System Support Engineer

Trident Consulting is seeking a "Senior Lab System Support Engineer" for one of our clients. A global leader in business and technology services.

Role : Senior Lab System Support Engineer

Location : Rah way, NJ - Onsite

Type: Only W2

Experience: 12 years only

Rate: $45/Hour on W2

Job Description/ Responsibilities:

Sr Lab System Support Engineer plays a key role in supporting laboratory operations by ensuring the smooth functioning of lab systems, analytical instruments, and data workflows. This entry-level position is ideal for candidates with a background in life sciences or IT who are eager to work in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

Must Have's:

1. Lab system life cycle management

2. Lab system vendor handling

3. Lab system business processes understanding in pharmaceutical regulatory environment

Roles & Responsibilities

Lab System Lifecycle Management:

• Manage end to end lab system lifecycle including implementation validation maintenance and decommissioning
• Ensure compliance with SDLC CSV GxP and regulatory standards
• Handle system upgrades patching backup archival and audit readiness
• Lab System Vendor Handling:
• Act as point of contact for vendors for installation support and issue resolution
• Coordinate maintenance upgrades and ensure SLA and regulatory compliance
• Manage vendor deliverables documentation and escalation handling
• Lab System Business Process Understanding in Pharmaceutical Regulatory Environment. Understand lab workflows and align systems with business and regulatory requirements. Ensure compliance with GLP GMP GxP and data integrity standards
• Collaborate with QA IT and lab teams to support audits and process improvements

Key Skills & Expertise:

• Good Knowledge and understanding on the GXP.
• Good knowledge of Computer System Validation.
• Good understanding of laboratory instruments and analytical techniques.
• Familiarity with lab software systems.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a regulated environment and follow SOPs.
• Good Knowledge of Ticketing systems (ServiceNow/Remedy etc)
• Good Knowledge on the Problem/Deviation/Change/CAPA Management Process.

Job Duties:

• Provide first-level hands & feet support for laboratory software systems and instrument integration platforms.
• Oversee daily lab activities including scheduling, equipment maintenance, and workflow optimization.
• Act as a liaison between the lab and external entities (e.g., regulatory bodies, partner institutions).
• User Management Activities (E.g: User Creation, Modification & Deletions etc.)
• Hardware related PC/Network – Coordination with Desktop support team
• Vendor communications, coordination during the System Hardware failures & any other Maintenances
• Backup of the Standalone and Benchtop systems on regular basis
• Application Software upgrades on the standalone systems.
• On boarding and off boarding Lab systems
• Monthly patching coordination.
• Backup & Restoration for the Lab systems
• Lac/es Configuration
• Update SOPs/ WIs
• Assist in troubleshooting software and hardware issues related to lab instruments (e.g., HPLC, GC, spectrophotometers).
• Ensure accurate documentation of system configurations, user guides, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Help maintain audit trails and support data archival processes.
• Support compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and FDA regulations.
• Ensure systems are validated and maintained according to SOPs and validation protocols.
• Work closely with lab analysts, QA, and IT teams to resolve system-related issues.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to improve lab workflows and system performance.
• Support Audits Queries from the LAB IT side.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8 years of experience in a laboratory or IT support role.

About Trident Consulting

Trident Consulting is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA. Since 2005, we’ve partnered with Fortune 500 and high-growth companies to deliver high-quality talent across technology, engineering, business operations, and professional services.

We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements, supporting roles across IT, data & analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, finance & accounting, HR, operations, and more. With a strong focus on hard-to-fill and niche positions, our global recruiting engine enables us to deliver speed, quality, and scale.