Engineering Technician

Randstad Business Support - London; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Engineering Technician to join their innovative team in Plymouth. This permanent role offers the chance to work on a state-of-the-art production line, where you will provide technical support and mentor fellow team members. Your expertise in electrical and mechanical systems will be crucial in resolving complex faults and driving continuous improvement initiatives. With a competitive salary and a range of benefits, this opportunity allows you to contribute to advancing healthcare technology while enjoying a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Life assurance and critical illness cover

Private Medical Insurance

Share save scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme

Subsidized canteen

Free parking

240 hours annual leave

Recognition schemes for Health and Safety

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 2+ years experience in high-volume manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to Production Technicians.
• Lead process improvement projects and initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Fault Diagnosis

Team Mentoring

Communication Skills

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Robotics

Servo Systems

Health and Safety Knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

HMI Screens

Job description

Are you an experienced Engineering Technician? Do you consider yourself to be hands-on, proactive, and an asset to a busy team? Are you based in or around Plymouth?

We have a permanent Engineering Technician role available within BD's state-of-the-art Push Button production line. This role is ideal for someone with a strong electrical/mechanical background and is technically minded, improvement-driven, and collaborative.

Role: Shift Engineering TechnicianLocation: BD Medical, Belliver Way, Roborough, Plymouth PL6 7BPSalary: £36,000 + 32% shift allowance (Day Shift)

Shift Patterns:

• Day Shift: 11am - 11pm (3 days on, 3 days off)

Responsibilities:

• Providing technical support to Production Technicians by resolving complex faults on automated equipment
• Mentoring and guiding team members in technical fault diagnosis and machine understanding
• Using HMI screens, MES, and PCs to monitor and diagnose faults
• Acting as a subject matter expert on specific equipment/process areas
• Leading and contributing to process improvement projects and initiatives
• Assisting with installation and commissioning of new equipment
• Identifying and implementing improvements across quality, cost, productivity, and safety
• Supporting in reducing machine downtime and boosting equipment efficiency
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams such as Quality, Validation, and Toolroom
• Logging maintenance activities and order parts using SAP and other systems

Essential requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 qualification (minimum) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience in high-volume manufacturing environments (2+years)
• Technical knowledge across electrical, mechanical, and automated systems
• Ability to use SAP and fault diagnosis tools
• Strong understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, and servo systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Mentoring and teamwork skills
• Positive attitude and ability to work under pressure
• Strong knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation
• Driving Licence and access to own vehicle

Benefits:

• Matched contribution pension scheme (up to 10% of salary)
• Life assurance and critical illness cover
• Private Medical Insurance
• Share save scheme (matched up to £150/month)
• Reward & recognition schemes for Health and Safety and Continuous Improvement
• Employee Assistance Program for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing
• Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme
• Subsidized canteen and free parking
• 240 hours annual leave (increasing to 247.5 after 5 years of service)
• Being part of advancing the world of health within everything that you do

Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet our requirements.

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.