Systems Engineer
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SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationOlympia, WA, Olympia, WA
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentDelivery
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedOct 29, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live9h ago
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5+ years of experience in pharma/biotech/healthcare environments
Bachelor's degree in a life sciences, engineering, or technology discipline, or a minimum of 5 years of equivalent biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience
5+ years of direct experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise IT systems infrastructure in regulated environments, preferably within pharma/biotech/healthcare manufacturing settings
Proficient in supporting ITIL processes
Professional certification is preferred, including Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, CompTIA Server+, or equivalent
Advanced certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, VMware Certified Professional (VCP), or similar are a plus
Solid understanding of global Health Authority regulations, current industry practices, and application of guidelines pertaining to secure system architectures for control of computerized systems and electronic records
Experience documenting system architecture, configurations, and change controls, as well as preparing metrics and performance reporting for audit and compliance purposes
Familiar with integrating and supporting enterprise systems such as MES, ERP, LIMS, Validation/Test systems, QMS, and Learning Management Systems within regulated domains
Skilled in responding to support tickets from end users and IT staff to diagnose and resolve system performance, availability, and security issues
Skills
MES
ERP
LIMS
Validation/Test systems
QMS
Learning Management Systems
ITIL
servers
storage
virtualization
cloud platforms
Microsoft Azure
VMware
CompTIA Server+
GMP
About the company
Orion Innovation is a premier, award-winning, global business and technology services firm. Orion delivers game-changing business transformation and product development rooted in digital strategy, experience design, and engineering, with a unique combination of agility, scale, and maturity. We work with a wide range of clients across many industries including financial services, professional services, telecommunications and media, consumer products, automotive, industrial automation, professional sports and entertainment, life sciences, ecommerce, and education.
Requirements
Required
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Systems Infrastructure Management
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Technical Troubleshooting & Incident Resolution
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System Integration & Configuration
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Documentation & Compliance Reporting
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Cross Functional Communication & Training Delivery
About the role
Position Summary:
The Systems Engineer, IT Shared Services, under the supervision of the Director of IT, serves as the primary liaison for network-related projects supporting manufacturing, quality control, and facilities/engineering teams. As the site’s subject matter expert on all aspects of IT systems infrastructure, this individual will oversee the day-to-day monitoring and administration of local servers, storage, and application services, ensuring a secure, reliable, and high-performing IT environment. The Systems Engineer will provide network support to staff and resolve related issues for all site and remote operations.
The candidate will principally manage, monitor, and optimize the network infrastructure across the Bothell site (IT QC, MFG, and corporate environments) and will lead efforts related to system onboarding, configuration, patching, upgrades, and integrations of local, plant-wide, and corporate IT systems and solutions. The candidate should have at least 5 years’ experience in pharma/biotech/healthcare environments is required, with expertise supporting systems architecture within Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Quality System settings. The candidate should be familiar with IT/OT convergence, GMP requirements, and process automation system protocols.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
• Possess expertise in systems infrastructure, including servers, storage, virtualization, operating systems, and cloud solutions
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for system-related issues across teams
• Plan, configure, and implement system integrations for applications, devices, and platforms
• Maintain technical system documentation, diagrams, and standard operating procedures
• Proactively identify and resolve system performance, security, and reliability issues
• Coordinate system activities, upgrades, and incidents locally and with global teams as needed
• Deliver training to internal teams regarding system best practices, security, and new functionalities
• Prepare, schedule, and implement system maintenance plans and upgrade cycles
• Develop and present system performance and incident reports to IT and business leadership
Working Conditions:
• Work will be performed in a normal office environment as well as GMP laboratory or manufacturing processing facility.
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Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in a life sciences, engineering, or technology discipline, or a minimum of 5 years of equivalent biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience.
Experience:
• 5+ years of direct experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise IT systems infrastructure (servers, storage, virtualization, operating systems, cloud platforms) in regulated environments, preferably within pharma/biotech/healthcare manufacturing settings.
• Professional certification is preferred, including Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, CompTIA Server+, or equivalent. Advanced certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, VMware Certified Professional (VCP), or similar are a plus.
• Proficient in supporting ITIL processes—including Incident Management, Problem Management, and Change Management—with specific expertise in troubleshooting and resolving system-related incidents.
• Solid understanding of global Health Authority regulations, current industry practices, and application of guidelines pertaining to secure system architectures for control of computerized systems and electronic records.
• Experience documenting system architecture, configurations, and change controls, as well as preparing metrics and performance reporting for audit and compliance purposes.
• Familiar with integrating and supporting enterprise systems such as MES, ERP, LIMS, Validation/Test systems, QMS, and Learning Management Systems within regulated domains.
• Skilled in responding to support tickets from end users and IT staff to diagnose and resolve system performance, availability, and security issues affecting servers, desktop applications, databases, and mission-critical systems.
Orion is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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