GRAIL

healthcare

EquipmentEngineer1

Durham, North Carolina, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Entry candidates.

The Brief

“Equipment Engineer 1 at GRAIL. Skills: equipment performance and reliability analysis, manufacturing equipment installation, modification, and qualification, advanced maintenance and repair of complex manufacturing equipment, equipment troubleshooting and process improvement, engineering documentation development and maintenance, collaboration on continuous improvement initiatives, equipment testing, calibration, and verification. Performs engineering analyses by collecting data, reviewing opera”

What You'll Achieve.

enhance equipment capability, efficiency, and reliability

Industry & Context.

healthcare
Problems you'll solve

problem-solving techniques; technical reasoning abilities; equipment troubleshooting; root cause analysis methods

Eligibility Requirements

Works primarily in a manufacturing and engineering environment with regular exposure to production areas, equipment, and occasional noise., May require standing, walking, and occasional lifting during equipment inspections or installations., Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when working on or near production equipment., Work may occasionally extend beyond regular hours to support maintenance or installation schedules.

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related technical discipline., 0–2 years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment., Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control systems., Familiarity with CAD tools, technical drawings, and engineering documentation., Demonstrated level of knowledge regarding applicable regulatory standards commensurate with the position's complexity and scope, contributing to organizational regulatory compliance., Minimal applicable standards for this position include: GMP quality management systems (e.g. ISO 13485), Clinical laboratory regulations (e.g. CAP, CLIA, NYSDOH, ISO 15189), Operations within the regulated medical device environment (e.g. IVDD, IVDR, FDA 21 CFR 800 series, FDA 21 CFR Part 11)

Nice to Have

Knowledge of root cause analysis methods and problem-solving techniques is preferred., Analytical mindset with problem-solving and technical reasoning abilities., Ability to learn and apply engineering concepts to practical manufacturing challenges., Effective communication and collaboration skills across technical and operations teams., Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and data analysis., Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement principles.

What You'll Do.

Performs engineering analyses by collecting data

reviewing operational trends

and preparing technical observations to support evaluations of equipment performance and reliability.

Supports professional engineering activities related to installation

and qualification of manufacturing equipment

ensuring alignment with established engineering standards and production requirements.

Executes advanced maintenance

and technical adjustments on complex manufacturing equipment by applying extensive procedural knowledge and hands-on expertise.

Contributes to equipment troubleshooting efforts by applying engineering principles to initial assessments and collaborating on the development of corrective actions and process improvements.

Develops and maintains engineering documentation

including specifications

technical instructions

ensuring accuracy and compliance with engineering controls.

Collaborates with engineers

maintenance personnel

and operations teams on continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment capability

Participates in equipment testing

and verification activities to support engineering evaluations and adherence to technical standards.

Applies professional judgment within defined engineering procedures while upholding safety

and regulatory requirements in all aspects of equipment engineering support.

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborates with engineers, maintenance personnel, and operations teams on continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment capability, efficiency, and reliability.; Collaborates on the development of corrective actions and process improvements.; Effective communication and collaboration skills across technical and operations teams.

Communication Scope

Effective communication and collaboration skills across technical and operations teams.

Full Job Description

## Description Our mission is to detect cancer early, when it can be cured. We are working to change the trajectory of cancer mortality and bring stakeholders together to adopt innovative, safe, and effective technologies that can transform cancer care. We are a healthcare company, pioneering new technologies to advance early cancer detection. We have built a multi-disciplinary organization of scientists, engineers, and physicians and we are using the power of next-generation sequencing (NGS), population-scale clinical studies, and state-of-the-art computer science and data science to overcome one of medicine’s greatest challenges. GRAIL is headquartered in the bay area of California, with locations in Washington, D.C., North Carolina, and the United Kingdom. It is supported by leading global investors and pharmaceutical, technology, and healthcare companies. For more information, please visit grail.com ## Responsibilities Performs engineering analyses by collecting data, reviewing operational trends, and preparing technical observations to support evaluations of equipment performance and reliability. Supports professional engineering activities related to installation, modification, and qualification of manufacturing equipment, ensuring alignment with established engineering standards and production requirements. Executes advanced maintenance, repair, and technical adjustments on complex manufacturing equipment by applying extensive procedural knowledge and hands-on expertise. Contributes to equipment troubleshooting efforts by applying engineering principles to initial assessments and collaborating on the development of corrective actions and process improvements. Develops and maintains engineering documentation, including specifications, change records, technical instructions, and performance logs, ensuring accuracy and compliance with engineering controls. Collaborates with engineers, maintenance personnel, and operations teams on continuous improvement initiati

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