Job Title: Principal Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer
We are seeking an experienced engineer to lead the site's instrumentation and calibration programs in a brand-new biotech manufacturing facility.
The Role
As principal instrumentation engineer, you will act as subject matter expert for all site instrumentation and calibration activities. You'll ensure equipment performance, compliance with regulatory requirements, and long-term reliability across the facility.
1. Own the site calibration program, ensuring readiness for regulatory inspections.
2. Act as SME during audits and liaise with health and regulatory authorities.
3. Lead reliability improvements, identifying obsolescence and implementing planned replacements.
4. Provide technical guidance and training to the maintenance team.
5. Develop, review, and own SOPs, calibration standards, and measurement of uncertainty programs.
6. Analyse predictive and condition-based monitoring data to drive continuous improvement.
7. Support equipment selection for capital and replacement projects.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape the engineering standards from the ground up and contribute to the development of a cutting-edge biotech facility at the forefront of manufacturing technology.
To succeed in this position, you will require:
* A degree (Level 8 or equivalent) in Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering.
* 5+ years' experience in a maintenance or engineering role, ideally within a regulated industry (pharma, biotech, med device, etc.).
* Strong understanding of calibration methodologies and instrumentation systems.
* Knowledge of EU directives (e.g., ATEX) and international engineering standards (ISA, IEC, ISO).
* Proven experience in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and reliability engineering.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and lead change.
If you're a technically skilled, compliance-driven instrumentation professional ready to make your mark on a brand-new facility, we'd love to hear from you.
What's on offer:
* Competitive salary and benefits.
* Opportunities for professional development.