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Engineering Technician

Horsham, United KingdomFull-time2026-11-06 → 2026-11-10

Core

Support production and equipment maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure compliance with GMP/GEP standards in a manufacturing environment.

Role type

Engineering Technician (Electrical/Maintenance)

Builds

Packaging equipment, production lines, and automated systems

Domain

Life Sciences / Manufacturing / Process Engineering

Required skills

Electrical engineering fundamentals, PLC interrogation, pneumatic fault finding, light assembly/machine shop work, project management, equipment calibration, SOP adherence, preventative maintenance planning, supplier liaison, risk assessment

Preferred skills

Process/packaging sector experience, advanced PLC knowledge, project planning and organization

Technologies

PLC, pneumatic systems, electrical wiring (17th/18th edition regulations)

Responsibilities

Minimize equipment breakdowns and downtime, follow SOPs and maintenance schedules, manage contractors for installation/repair/calibration, identify and address preventative maintenance needs, improve automation of packaging practices, deliver projects for new equipment installation and validation, liaise with machine suppliers, ensure health and safety procedures are followed, perform light assembly and electrical fault finding, maintain flexibility for various shifts

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC