Operations Engineer II – NPI

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Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

The Position

The Operations Engineer – NPI is responsible for introducing new products, in this case electron microscopes and relevant modules, into manufacturing and ensuring a smooth transition from development to volume production. This role defines manufacturing requirements, develops production documentation, supports pilot builds, and provides technical support during product stabilization. You will work closely with Manufacturing, R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and Service teams to deliver high-quality products.

We welcome both experienced engineers and motivated graduates with a technical background who are eager to learn and grow in a high-tech environment.

What will you do?

• Introduce new products (Electron microscope systems and modules) into manufacturing and support production ramp-up

• Collaborate with R&D to improve manufacturability, serviceability, and product quality

• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and test procedures

• Provide technical support during pilot builds and early production

• Troubleshoot technical issues and perform root cause analysis

• Implement engineering changes and continuous process improvements

• Support the development of manufacturing tools, fixtures, and test equipment

• Cooperate with suppliers to ensure manufacturing readiness

• Train Manufacturing and Service teams on new products and processes

Who are we looking for?

• University degree in Engineering or another technical field

• Experience in manufacturing, product development, service, or operations engineering is an advantage

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to collaborate in an international environment

• Fluent English

• Willingness to travel occasionally (up to 25%)

How do we motivate you?

• Work with us and be an important part of a company developing cutting-edge technologies for a scientific customers worldwide

• Hackerspace room equipped with VR headset, Recording studio for your videos, music or podcasts, Lego Mindstorms, 3D printer, Arduino and much more!

• Flexible working hours to better balance your personal life. 25 days of vacation and 5 sick days/year

• Possibility to combine work from site and home office (1 day per week)

• Financial benefits - annual bonus, pension insurance allowance, possibility of life or health insurance for better prices

• Mobile tariff for you and family members for great prices

• Free Multisport card

• Meal allowance and company canteen with free fruit or vegetables every day

• Modern work environment including relax zones, gym, outside playground and massages in the building

• Open and friendly company spirit - we have a company rock band, various sport teams etc.