Engineering Technician

Maintenance Engineer(shifts)

Location: Slough

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

As aMaintenance Technician (Shift Engineer),you will play a crucial role in our company's success by providing technical expertise and support across our Maintenance Systems, these include Single Use Bioreactors, Lab equipment, such as Autoclaves, Belimed washing machines, Centrifuges, Incubators, PH meters, DTIs, Purification equipment, Safety Cabinets, Freezers etc.The ideal candidate is a hands-on professional with a broad range of technical skills ideally with a lab equipment background, including mechanical, electrical. For unfamiliar systems, training will be provided where required. You will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of our equipment and systems, while also contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture

• An inclusive and ethical workplace

• Compensation programs that recognize high performance

• Shift allowance: 20%

• Bonus: 7,5%

• A variety of benefits:https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.

Key responsibilities:

• Perform routine inspections, maintenance and repairs on a wide range of machinery and equipment to ensure efficient performance and uptime.

• Diagnose and resolve technical issues and breakdowns promptly to minimize downtime and production disruptions.

• Handle electrical components, systems and controls effectively and safely.

• Conduct calibration and testing of equipment to maintain accuracy and precision in their operation.

• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies to build a safe working environment for yourself and colleagues.

• Identify areas for improvement in equipment performance, reliability and efficiency and actively participate in improvement projects.

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment performance and other relevant data to GMP standards.

• Provide training and technical support to other team members to improve their skills and knowledge.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges and contribute to problem-solving efforts.

Key requirements:

• Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related technical field is preferred.

• 3 years experience as a Multi-Skilled Engineer or a similar role with hands-on experience in maintaining and troubleshooting industrial equipment.

• Strong expertise in electrical and mechanical systems with the ability to adapt and learn new technologies quickly.

• Demonstrates excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to diagnose and resolve technical issues effectively.

• Deep understanding of safety protocols and a dedication to always adhering to safety standards.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with team members and provide technical mentorship.

• Willingness to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.

• Strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks and manage workload efficiently.

• A proactive approach to learning and staying updated with advancements in engineering and technology.

• Willing to work in shifts. We have shifts from 7am -7pm and from 10 am – 10 pm.

• There is no visa sponsorship available for this role.

• Living within +/- 1 hour travel distance from Slough.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.