Automation Support Engineer - Night Shift

AstraZeneca; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca recherche un Ingénieur Automatisation pour un poste de nuit à Macclesfield. Ce rôle est essentiel pour maintenir l'opération efficace des systèmes automatisés dans la fabrication et l'emballage stérile de Zoladex. Le candidat idéal apportera expertise technique et capacité d'apprentissage à une équipe dynamique, contribuant ainsi à une culture d'innovation et d'amélioration continue.

Qualifications

• Expérience avec des systèmes de contrôle et d'automatisation.
• Expérience antérieure dans l'industrie pharmaceutique et compréhension des pratiques de maintenance cGMP.
• Membre d'un corps professionnel pertinent apprécié.

Responsibilities

• Effectuer la maintenance proactive et réactive des systèmes automatisés.
• Planifier et coordonner les activités de maintenance du système de contrôle électrique.
• Conduire des enquêtes et mettre en œuvre des mesures correctives efficaces.

Skills

Electrical and instrumentation systems

PLC, HMI, Robotic, and Automation systems

Education

Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent

ONC/HNC or equivalent in a relevant engineering field

Tools

Siemens S7

TIA

WinCC

Schneider

Staubli

Job description

Automation Night Shift Engineer

Macclesfield

This will be a permanent night-shift position, working Fri-Sat-Sun nights 9pm - 6am.

Introduction to role:

Join our dynamic shift team at AstraZeneca Macclesfield. As an Automation Night Shift Engineer, you will play a crucial part in the Zoladex manufacturing and sterile packaging systems, providing 24/7 support to ensure the smooth operation of automated and computerised systems. Your role will involve troubleshooting and resolving issues with automation equipment and control systems, performing proactive and reactive maintenance, and implementing technical solutions to optimise production efficiency and ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards.

Accountabilities:

Your role will involve delivering and sustaining business objectives, providing engineering and automation expertise to maintain equipment and systems by resolving problems and implementing improvements. You will plan, coordinate, and undertake electrical and control system maintenance activities, respond to critical breakdowns promptly, and maximise equipment availability.

You will drive continuous improvement by conducting and coordinating investigations, identifying root causes, and implementing effective containment and countermeasures. You will work closely with plant maintenance technicians, supporting their knowledge uplift of automated systems and your own development.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent
• ONC/HNC or equivalent in a relevant engineering field
• Experience with Electrical and instrumentation systems
• Experience with PLC, HMI, Robotic, and Automation systems (e.g., Siemens S7, TIA, WinCC, Schneider, Staubli)

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent professional qualification
• PLC programming certification
• Experience with Windows O/S and SQL
• Experience with industrial networks (e.g., Industrial Ethernet / PROFINET)
• Previous pharmaceutical industry experience and understanding of cGMP maintenance practices
• Member of a relevant professional body

At AstraZeneca, we are driven by innovation and our commitment to deliver life-changing medicines. With constant new products and launches, there's never been a better time to join our Supply Chain team. We thrive on challenges and continuously seek new and better ways to deliver medicines to our patients. Our resilience helps us to innovate and evolve in rapidly changing markets. We foster a safe and positive space where ideas are welcomed and rewarded. If you are driven, take smart risks, and can act quickly, then this is the place for you.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our team!

Date Posted

12-Jun-2025

Closing Date

24-Jun-2025

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates perform at their best. If you need any adjustments or accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.