Job Description

Pave Talent, hiring on behalf of our client, is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Support Engineer – Night Shift (11PM to 7AM Mon to Fri) for a dedicated site in Burlington, NC. This is a direct-hire role with a fast-growing biotech company offering free employee health insurance, competitive family plans, a 401(k) with 6% match, PTO from day one, and a $2,500 sign-on bonus . With the Burlington site set to triple in size by early 2026 , this opportunity provides both long-term stability and clear career advancement potential .

About the Company

Our client is a global diagnostics leader with U.S. operations in North Carolina, recognized for its innovation in laboratory automation, collaborative service culture, and commitment to quality .

Role Impact

This is not a traveling field role – you’ll be embedded full-time on-site at a mission-critical client laboratory . As the overnight engineer, you’ll keep equipment running, solve technical issues under pressure, and directly support lab staff. Success means high uptime, satisfied clients, and smooth operations during a major growth phase.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, and electrical safety testing on biomedical automation systems
• Document service activities to meet compliance/manufacturer standards
• Train and support lab operators on safe and effective equipment use
• Serve as the primary on-site technical contact , managing issues with professionalism
• Support installations and transition projects during site expansion
• Participate in on-call coverage every 4th weekend (overtime eligible)

Required Qualifications

• 2–3 years of hands-on technical service experience (FSE, biomedical tech, or electromechanical technician)
• Associate degree in Biomedical, Industrial, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering OR equivalent training/experience
• Strong troubleshooting skills with preventive maintenance and calibration experience
• Excellent communication and customer service ability
• Willingness to work night shift (11PM–7AM, Mon–Fri) + rotating on-call weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with lab automation or microbiology equipment
• Familiarity with basic networking and system connectivity
• Comfort working in regulated environments requiring PPE

Benefits & Value Proposition

• $37–$39/hr + $2,500 sign-on bonus (after 90-day probation)
• 3–5% discretionary performance bonus eligibility beginning 2026
• Free employee health insurance , competitive family premiums, and 401(k) with 6% match
• PTO: 1 week accrued + 1 week supplemental upfront + 5 sick days
• Career progression as the site expands, with advancement from Support Engineer to higher FSE levels

Culture

Expect a fast-paced, mission-critical environment where engineers “wear many hats,” developing skills across electrical, mechanical, and IT systems. Current team members describe it as challenging but rewarding , with strong training support and visible career paths.

This search is managed by Pave Talent. Applications are confidential and reviewed directly by our recruitment team.

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