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Last updated: 22 Sept, 2026

IT Lab Support Engineer

Job Details

Testing & Support
Senior
Perm/Contract
BelgiumBrussels
Full Time
Hybrid
1 open positions

Hiring Process

Time to Answer

2 open days

Process

1 Phone Call
1 Onsite Interview

Days to get an Offer

4 Days after Interview

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and customer-focused IT Lab Support Engineer to provide operational and project-based IT support for laboratory environments in Zwijnaarde and Astene.

This is primarily an onsite role, with a maximum of one home-office day per week after the first three months. The successful candidate will ensure the availability, reliability, and security of laboratory IT systems and infrastructure that support research and development activities. 

Job Responsibilities

Laboratory IT Support

  • Provide first-line and advanced technical support for laboratory IT systems, workstations, instruments, and associated infrastructure.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, operating system, and network-related issues in laboratory environments.
  • Ensure high system availability and minimal disruption to laboratory operations.
  • Coordinate with global support teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders to resolve complex technical issues.

Project Delivery and Implementation

  • Participate in the planning, deployment, and support of new Lab IT solutions and infrastructure projects.
  • Support technology refresh initiatives, system upgrades, and migrations.
  • Ensure projects are delivered according to agreed timelines, quality standards, and business requirements.
  • Assist in validating and implementing new technologies that improve laboratory productivity and efficiency.

Security and Compliance

  • Apply corporate cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices within laboratory environments.
  • Ensure systems comply with relevant security, regulatory, and operational requirements.
  • Support vulnerability remediation, patch management, and security incident response activities.
  • Participate in audits and compliance assessments where required.

Customer and Stakeholder Engagement

  • Build strong relationships with laboratory users and business stakeholders.
  • Translate business and laboratory requirements into effective IT solutions.
  • Provide professional communication and regular status updates to customers and project teams.
  • Promote continuous improvement and a customer-first support culture.

Must Have Skills

    • Proven experience in IT support or system administration roles.
    • Experience participating in technical projects and coordinating activities across multiple stakeholders.
    • Strong customer-service orientation with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to provide hands-on onsite support in laboratory and operational environments.
    • Strong experience with Microsoft Windows desktop operating systems.
    • Strong experience with Linux operating systems.
    • Good knowledge of Windows Server.
    • Good knowledge of Linux server environments.
    • Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking.
    • Knowledge of DNS, DHCP, routing, and switching concepts.
    • Experience with endpoint management and software deployment.
    • Knowledge of Active Directory and identity management.
    • Experience with hardware troubleshooting and lifecycle management.
    • Knowledge of corporate security frameworks and standards.
    • Knowledge of endpoint security solutions.
    • Understanding of vulnerability management.
    • Knowledge of patch management processes.
    • Understanding of security incident-handling principles.
    • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
    • Fluent in Dutch, both spoken and written.
    • Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

Nice to have

  • Experience supporting scientific, laboratory, manufacturing, or other regulated environments.
  • Experience supporting laboratory instruments and associated IT infrastructure.
  • Experience with laboratory IT systems and research-and-development environments.
  • Experience with technology refresh initiatives, system upgrades, and migrations.
  • Experience participating in audits and compliance assessments.
  • Experience with vulnerability remediation and security incident response.
  • Experience working with global support teams, vendors, and geographically distributed stakeholders.
  • A proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement, operational reliability, and customer satisfaction.

What's great in the job?

  • Great team of smart people, in a friendly and open culture

  • Expand your knowledge of various business industries
  • Create content that will help our users on a daily basis
  • Real responsibilities and challenges in a fast evolving company

Work at yechte

We are an independent digital consultancy with ambitious goals and a global presence. We support a diverse range of companies, building digital teams and delivering innovative digital solutions. Our multicultural and diverse workforce, comprised of ‘Global Citizens’, reflects this inclusivity.

We care about work-life balance and meeting the expectation of a growing team, investing in people because they are our greatest asset. Our consistent growth is a testament to this commitment.

Come work at yechte, a company on the rise, offering excellent benefits, opportunities for personal development, and the chance to learn from accomplished leaders. We are always looking for exceptional professionals to join our team.

What We Offer

Each employee has a chance to see the impact of his work. You work on real digital projects and make tangible contributions to the company. We want to provide to each individual personal, professional and social growth.

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Flexibility

We care about your wellbeing. At yechte we offer flexi-hours and hybrid home/office work arrangements, enhancing employee work-life balance and productivity.

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Attractive Benefits

We care about your comfort. At yechte we offer cost-effective and eco-friendly mobility plans, food allowances, and comprehensive healthcare support, enhancing employee satisfaction.

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Personal Development

We care about your growth. At yechte we offer to boost your personal growth through tailored IT trainings and certifications, fostering a culture of agility and tech-driven expertise.

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