Analytical and Laboratory Instrumentation Engineer

The Analytical & Laboratory Instrumentation Engineer (Fresher) will assist in the installation, calibration, maintenance, and support of laboratory instruments such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, AAS, pH meters, balances, TOC analyzers, and others. This is an entry-level role intended to build strong technical foundations and provide exposure to real-world lab environments in regulated industries (pharma, chemical, food, research).

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in installation and basic setup of analytical laboratory instruments at customer sites.

• Support preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting, and calibration activities under the guidance of senior engineers.

• Learn to work with technical manuals, SOPs, and calibration protocols as per ISO/GMP guidelines.

• Participate in demo setups, application testing, and customer trials under supervision.

• Support the documentation of service reports, calibration certificates, and asset tags.

• Coordinate with service team for spare parts, maintenance kits, and follow-up visits.

• Ensure tools, test instruments, and equipment are properly handled and maintained.

Key Focus Areas:

1. Instrument Familiarization

   • Basic understanding of instruments such as:

     • HPLC (High Performance Liquid Chromatography)

     • GC (Gas Chromatography)

     • UV-Vis Spectrophotometers

     • FTIR / NIR Spectrometers

     • TOC Analyzers, pH meters, conductivity meters, balances

2. Calibration & Maintenance Support

   • Assist in routine calibration, leak checks, lamp changes, filter checks, and baseline tests.

   • Exposure to GMP/GLP calibration protocols, traceability, and audit-readiness practices.

3. Service Documentation & Quality Compliance

   • Learn to generate and manage service reports, calibration logs, preventive maintenance checklists.

   • Follow 21 CFR Part 11, GMP, and ISO 17025 concepts where applicable.

4. Technical Skill Development

   • Train on instrument software interfaces, firmware updates, and basic diagnostics.

   • Learn electrical and fluidic connections, tubing layout, and chemical handling safety.

5. Field Service Etiquette & Customer Interaction

   • Develop professional communication skills, etiquette for visiting client labs, and handling instruments responsibly.

   • Maintain customer satisfaction by timely reporting and assistance.

6. Health, Safety, and Lab Practices

   • Comply with lab and field safety protocols, chemical handling rules, and PPE use.

   • Understand basics of waste disposal, sample handling, and cleanroom precautions (if applicable).

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education:

  • B.E. / B.Tech / Diploma in Instrumentation, Electronics, Mechatronics, Biomedical, or Chemical Engineering

  • OR B.Sc. in Chemistry, Analytical Science, or Physics (with instrumentation exposure)

• Experience:

  • 0–1 year; final-year project or internship in analytical instrumentation is a plus.

• Technical Skills:

  • Basic understanding of sensors, pumps, optics, and lab instrument functions.

  • Comfortable with MS Excel, Word, and use of email/documentation tools.

• Soft Skills:

  • Eagerness to learn, attention to detail, and disciplined work habits.

  • Ability to follow instructions, handle tools, and manage documentation responsibly.