Engineering Technician

3 weeks ago

Sligo, Sligo, Ireland Sterling Engineering Ltd - Ireland & Europe Full time

The Role:

Our client, a leader in the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector, is seeking a Engineering Technician to join their high-performing team. This role is on a contract basis and follows a 2 cycle shift pattern (Day/Evenings, Monday-Friday).

This role is critical in supporting engineering operations and ensuring equipment reliability in a regulated GMP environment. You will play a key role in maintaining and improving manufacturing equipment, supporting new equipment commissioning, and driving performance through proactive maintenance strategies.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support pharmaceutical operations in compliance with all safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
  • Actively contribute during design and process reviews to ensure reliability by design is incorporated before equipment installation.
  • Develop, own, and approve preventative and predictive maintenance (PM/pDM) procedures for new equipment using Maximo CMMS.
  • Ensure commissioning and critical spare parts are cataloged and managed efficiently within Maximo.
  • Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and equipment commissioning and qualification.
  • Review and approve engineering documentation including PFDs, specifications, P&IDs, and layout drawings.
  • Support execution of commissioning, qualification, and validation protocols to meet project deadlines.
  • Perform and document instrument calibrations and ensure schedules are maintained.
  • Drive the Predictive Maintenance Program, managing condition monitoring contracts and implementing improvement actions.
  • Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis of complex equipment issues, including instrumentation and PLC systems.
  • Ensure high performance and reliability of manufacturing and utility equipment through daily maintenance activities.
  • Liaise with internal stakeholders and external contractors to manage installation, maintenance, and system upgrades.
  • Support regulatory inspections and corporate audits by maintaining compliance and documentation standards.
  • Supervise and manage external contractors as required.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Minimum: Trade Certification or Engineering Qualification at Certificate Level.
  • Preferred: Diploma or Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline).
  • Experience:
  • Minimum 3 years in a regulated manufacturing environment (Pharma, Biologics, or Medical Device).
  • Strong knowledge of GMP practices and regulatory compliance.
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot instrumentation and PLC systems.
  • Familiarity with Maximo or equivalent CMMS.
  • Demonstrated experience with preventative and predictive maintenance programs.

For a confidential conversation about the role contact Owen Clancy at oclancy@sterlingengineeringeu.com By applying to this job post you agree that Sterling Engineering may process your personal data for recruitment purpose

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