Job Information
ThermoFisher Scientific Laiteinsinööri / Maintenance Engineer, equipment in Finland
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Job Description
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving different analytical challenges, growing efficiency in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our distributed team of over 100,000 colleagues provides an unmatched blend of groundbreaking technologies, convenient purchasing options, and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon, and PPD. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com .
Our Finland locations include Vantaa and Joensuu, employing over 800 professionals in R&D, production, supply chain, quality, marketing, sales, and administrative support. We hire professionals in different fields including engineering, chemistry, microbiology, and bioinformatics. Our Vantaa site develops laboratory automation solutions, clinical chemistry and industrial chemistry analyzers and assays, food safety kits, pipettes and other diagnostics and research solutions. It is conveniently located close to the Vantaankoski railway station. Please read more about Finnish sites, innovative work, and collaborative colleagues at https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/finland .
How will you make an impact
We are looking for a proactive Maintenance Engineer with a background in mechanical or automation technology, or other applied technical sciences, with a know-how in maintenance. You are able to work independently, able to make analysis, draw conclusions, make decisions, and have the ability to generate reports and manage documentation. You communicate efficiently with different counterparties in the organization and want to learn new skills. Thermo Fisher Scientific will provide you with an environment of challenging work, growth and development through the course of your career.
Responsibilities include:
Maintenance of manufacturing equipment and filling lines in BAI Reagents’ production. Plan and control daily maintenance activities, develop preventive maintenance practices, and maintain equipment documents and information.
Responsible for validations and calibration activities of the manufacturing equipment and measuring instruments.
Support production with technical matters and root cause analysis in the manufacturing processes.
Develop existing processes and equipment for Reagents’ production and quality control.
Lead new equipment and instrument investment projects, including setting specifications, validation plan preparation, validation execution, data processing, reporting and documentation.
Participate in design transfers of new products from the R&D phase into production and product ramp ups and especially manage the implications for the manufacturing instrumentation and capacity.
Experience of maintenance, production processes and instrumentation in a regulated industry is preferred.
How will you get there
Technician or Bachelor's / Master's degree in mechanical, automation or production engineering, or equivalent education with relevant working experience can be considered as an applicable candidate.
Knowledge of production environments, maintenance, manufacturing technologies and production processes is preferred. Interest and understanding in process engineering and process development is beneficial.
Good computer skills and experience in MS Office package.
Organized, flexible, persistent and proactive way of working.
Fluent in spoken and written Finnish and English.
Additionally we value:
Knowledge of ISO13485 and ISO9001 standards and understanding of validation requirements.
Work experience in maintenance /manufacturing / production / process engineering
Knowledge of IVD quality requirements and regulations and validation requirements.
ERP knowledge (SAP preferred) and understanding of Product Lifecycle Management systems.
Benefits
Compensation on various methods from annual bonus scheme to colleague recognition program
Variety of occupational health care services and insurance
Epassi leisure or bike benefit
Various hobby clubs with company sponsorship such as golf club, boating club, sport club etc.
Possibility to take part in our charity work
Career development and progression possibilities offered by our global network
Our comprehensive training platform and programs
Please send in your application, including a cover letter, CV and salary request in English. Please apply via http://jobs.thermofisher.com/ by 9th of September 2025. Reference: R-01324677. Please apply as soon as possible, the position will be filled as soon as suitable candidate is found. The selected candidate will go through health check which includes a drug test.
If you have questions about Thermo Fisher Scientific and/or the position - please contact Tiina Alanko, Production Manager, Reagents, tel.010 3292620, on Friday 29.8. between 12-13 or Monday 1.9. between 14-15.
About us:
Each one of our 130,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. It’s not just a career, it’s a chance to realise your best – professionally and personally.
Join us and contribute to our mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer: http://jobs.thermofisher.com
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.