Work Schedule

Environmental Conditions

Job Description

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Office, Rapid flashing lights, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heights

Job Description

Working on pitman shift pattern

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our fast-paced manufacturing facility. You’ll be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across a wide range of production machinery and equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.

This is a hands-on, multi-disciplinary role requiring expertise in both electrical and mechanical engineering. Join a top team at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdown repairs on Facilities and Manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose faults and implement timely and effective solutions.
• Support installation and commissioning of new machinery or equipment upgrades.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out safely and strictly in compliance with health & safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records of work carried out using the CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System).
• Work collaboratively with production teams to identify areas of improvement.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support lean manufacturing practices.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns, minimising production downtime.
• Assist with spare parts management and stock control.

Key Skills & Experience Required

• Time-served engineer with an apprenticeship or relevant NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Proven experience in a manufacturing or industrial maintenance environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Basic understanding of health & safety, risk assessments, and safe systems of work.
• Flexible and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills and a great teammate attitude.

Desirable (Not Essential)

• 17th/18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations.
• Experience with PLC fault finding (Siemens, Allen Bradley, etc.).
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement tools (e.g., 5S, Kaizen).

Shift Pattern

• Monday - Friday 37.5hrs per week.