Maintenance Technician

We are a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), based in Donostia-San Sebastián, currently undergoing a major growth project. We are driven by an unwavering passion for science and a strong commitment to excellence and people.

Our purpose: to improve people’s lives through groundbreaking advances in biotechnology and gene therapy that help cure rare diseases and cancer.

With a philosophy not just of working together, but growing together, our company culture is built on honesty, excellence, leadership, engagement, ethics, and rigor.

We are a CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization), and the trust placed in us by over 50 biotech companies around the world is our greatest endorsement. We develop and manufacture viral vectors (lentiviral), and are among the European leaders operating under EMA and FDA guidelines. The lentiviral vectors produced by VIVEbiotech are used in the treatment of various diseases, including hematologic and solid cancers, as well as rare diseases.

We are looking for you to be part of our Team!

We are looking for a Maintenance Technician to fill this key role within the company.

Your mission will be to carry out and/or provide technical support for the implementation, maintenance, qualification, and troubleshooting of VIVEbiotech’s GMP and non-GMP equipment and facilities, ensuring their proper operation for the execution of production and quality control processes.

• You will participate in the installation of key production equipment (bioreactors, isolators, TFFs, biowelders, etc.) and auxiliary plant services (autoclave, peroxidation system, WFI loop, particle counting, etc.).
• You will perform equipment receipt, verification, basic inspections, and provide support for integrating the equipment into the quality system.
• You will carry out qualification and validation tasks following established protocols.
• You will collaborate on troubleshooting equipment and facility malfunctions and incidents, working alongside team members as well as external personnel.
• You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance according to established plans.
• You will perform basic calibrations and provide support for external calibrations.
• You will complete technical documentation for the department: maintenance logs, incident reports, simple reports, assigned deviations, etc.
• You will provide technical support to the production department when required.
• You will coordinate with and assist external maintenance, calibration, and qualification personnel, providing technical and operational support.
• You will ensure compliance with GMP and FDA regulations, as well as internal procedures applicable to your area of work.
• You will propose improvements to the technical processes in the area.
• You will maintain order, cleanliness, and safety in technical and equipment areas.
• You will proactively offer ideas for continuous cost-effective improvements based on your knowledge, experience, and performance of your duties, with the aim of contributing to the achievement of the objectives of your entire team or section.
• You will report any significant incident that affects the smooth operation of your work or that of your team or section to your direct supervisor.
• You will receive and notify the individuals designated by the Company in the event of an alarm from any equipment or in a classified environment that falls outside the acceptable range.

You are the person we are looking for if you have:

• Vocational Training or an Advanced Vocational Degree related to the fields of Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, Automation and Industrial Robotics, or Electrical and Automated Systems.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering will be viewed favorably.
• Training in the commissioning of laboratory and cleanroom facilities, low-voltage electrical installations, and knowledge of preventive maintenance regulations are also desirable.
• You have at least 5 years of prior experience in similar technical roles. Prior experience in a GMP environment will be considered a plus.
• You have strong proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to work quickly and accurately.
• You demonstrate strong teamwork skills, a results-oriented mindset, and a commitment to continuous process improvement.

• You will take part in innovative projects with continuous technological updates.
• You will receive a competitive salary aligned with your profile for this position.
• You will be part of an expert, young, dynamic, innovative, and enthusiastic team united by a common purpose: supporting our clients in advancing the cure of diseases.
• You will enjoy a professional work environment that truly stands out for its humanity and closeness, where diversity and inclusion are genuinely valued. Different perspectives and your curiosity bring unique strengths that enrich our approach and drive our growth.
• We are proud to offer equal opportunities. Everyone receives equal consideration for our job openings, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, identity, sexual orientation, origin, disability, or any other characteristic.