Laboratory Equipment Engineer

Laboratory Equipment Engineer 

Location: Leiden, Netherlands 

Duration: Until the end of December 2025

Hours: 40

Imagine your next project placing you at the heart of cutting-edge science — as an Equipment Engineer supporting the Lab Systems Operations team within the Strategic Operations group of Analytical Development Advanced Therapies at Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine in Leiden. Here, you won’t just maintain lab systems — you’ll help shape the future of advanced therapies in a global innovation powerhouse

roles and responsibilities

• Perform Periodic Validation Review according to our procedures for 10 pieces of GMP equipment (analytical instruments, refrigerators, freezers). All 10 reviews must be completed before 31DEC25.

• Lead implementation of Raman / NIR-based technology for raw materials ID testing

• Support team with miscellaneous activities regarding equipment lifecycle (qualifications, decommissioning, nonconformances, etc)

how to succeed

• HBO level in a life science study

• At least 2 – 5 years of experience in a pharmaceutical environment

• CQV knowledge and hands-on validation/qualification experience

• Experience performing Periodic Validation Reviews for GMP equipment

• Being a quick learner and technical problem solver

• Strong analytical and communication skills  

• Experienced with laboratory management systems

• Highly proficient in spoken and (technical) written English.   

• Strong affinity / knowledge of operating systems and instrument software

• Creation and maintenance of documentation (TruVault experience is a plus)

Benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run until the end of December 2025.

you are welcome here

Johnson & Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine

Patients inform and inspire our science-based innovations, which continue to change and save lives. Applying rigorous science and compassion, we confidently address some of the most complex diseases of our time and unlock the potential medicines of tomorrow.

Our diverse portfolio spans multiple therapeutic areas — Oncology, Immunology, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Retina.

We are continuously working to develop treatments, aspiring to find cures, pioneering the path from lab to life, and championing patients every step of the way.

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email. 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.