Engineering Technician

Acino International AG; Dubai; On-site; AED 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Acino International AG in Dubai is seeking an Engineering Technician to assist in designing, building, testing, and maintaining equipment. This hands-on role requires monitoring various technical systems and performing maintenance tasks.

The ideal candidate will have a diploma in a relevant field and a minimum of 3 years experience. Acino is committed to providing access to high-quality pharmaceuticals and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a technical role.
• Ability to operate and monitor various technical systems and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor water systems, utilities, HVAC, BMS, EMS, and plant equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment.
• Conduct calibration, alarm testing, and system checks.

Skills

Teamwork

Technical expertise

Problem-solving

Education

Diploma in Electrical, Instrumentation, Electromechanics or Electronics

Job description

Established in 1836, Acino, part of Arcera, is a pharmaceutical company headquartered in Zurich, with a clear focus on selected markets in the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America, as well as Ukraine and Eurasian countries. With over 3,000 people across 90 countries, we deliver quality pharmaceuticals to promote affordable healthcare in these emerging markets. We also leverage our high-quality pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities and network to supply leading companies through contract manufacturing and out-licensing.

Acino is part of Arcera, a diversified life sciences holding company, established by ADQ in Abu Dhabi in 2024 with the purpose toadvance innovation in linewith the Emirate’s 2030 vision for the sector and beyond.

The Position

The Role

The Engineering Technician plays a hands‑on, problem‑solving role by assisting engineers in designing, building, testing, and maintaining equipment or systems, using technical expertise, instruments, and data analysis to ensure projects run efficiently and meet required specifications.

• Operate and monitor water systems, utilities, HVAC, BMS, EMS, and plant equipment.
• Perform preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance for utilities, process, and lab equipment, including electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Conduct calibration, alarm testing, and system checks for BMS, EMS, and water systems.
• Manage shift operations, execute assigned activities, and support equipment qualifications.
• Maintain engineering documentation and ensure compliance with cGMP, GDP, and regulatory requirements.
• Handle facility maintenance and coordinate with vendors for AMCs and maintenance activities.
• Ensure safety compliance, EHS activities, statutory adherence, waste management, and promote safe work practices.
• Attend training, follow SOPs, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Who You Are

• Diploma in Electrical, Instrumentation, Electromechanics or Electronics.
• Minimum 3 years of experience.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

We Are Acino

At Acino, we push the boundaries to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical products that improve patients’ lives. Driven by our collective purpose to provide access to medicines to those in need, our strength lies in our unique expertise and presence in emerging and high-growth markets. We are proud to be challenging the status quo in the pharmaceutical industry, always looking ahead to the future with an open mind.

Acino is an Equal Opportunity Employer.