Who We Are

BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.

Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.

Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.

About Technical Operations

BioMarin’s Technical Operations group is responsible for creating our drugs for use in clinical trials and for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial market. These engineers, technicians, scientists and support staff build and maintain BioMarin’s cutting-edge manufacturing processes and sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure we meet regulatory standards, and procure the needed goods and services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide movement of our drugs to patients.

Direct and coordinate the completion of equipment asset lifecycle management, including preventive maintenance (PM) services and repair logs.Develop and implement maintenance schedules and protocols for the regular calibration and servicing of equipment.

Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment/instrument technical issues, collaborating closely with vendors and service providers for repairs and replacements.

Coordinate and/or conduct training sessions for laboratory personnel on the proper use and care of equipment.

Maintain detailed records of equipment inventory, maintenance activities, and service histories.

Stay informed about the latest advancements in laboratory technology and recommend upgrades as necessary.

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Contribute to the strategic planning of laboratory operations, aligning equipment management with the organization’s long-term objectives.

Adhere to all safety, environmental, security and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Safety & Environmental Management Systems, Quality Management Systems (QMS) regulations, company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.

Work independently with occasional guidance from manager and lab scientists to evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using technical judgment in troubleshooting, making minor adaptations and modifications to existing specifications, procedures, and work instructions.

Review procedures and CAPEX equipment plans prior to implementation as well as existing ones for failure analysis and potential improvements.

Apply standard data analysis practices and techniques to establish root cause for product and process failures or to support the justification for improvements to products and processes.

Implement workplace organization and visual controls (5S), standard work practices, and comprehensive training and certification programs.

Facilitate or contribute to corrective and preventive actions while supporting the achievement of BiologicsCoE SQDEC standards as well as 5S principles.

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, or Biomedical Engineering.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in lab equipment management or a related field.

Proven expertise in the maintenance and repair of laboratory instruments.

Strong strategic thinking abilities and experience in integrating equipment management with organizational goals.

Proficient in the use of Excel, Power Point and Visio software. Familiar with basic Data analytics, statistical methods

Proficiency with CMMS &ower BI would be an advantage

Demonstrated results through Lean practices and principles.

Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.