GMP Engineering Technician

ZipRecruiter; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform is looking for a GMP Engineering Technician in Oxford. This full-time role involves supporting operations in a biomanufacturing facility. Candidates must have a degree in engineering and experience in GMP environments. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting are essential. This is an exciting opportunity to influence cutting-edge biologics manufacturing in the UK.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering is required.
• Experience in GMP-regulated environments is a must.
• Hands-on familiarity with bioprocess equipment and cleanroom operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time, shop-floor technical support.
• Troubleshoot process and mechanical issues.
• Lead small-to-medium sized technical projects.

Skills

GMP manufacturing experience

Technical problem-solving

Documentation skills

Experience with bioprocess equipment

Education

Degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or similar)

Job description

Overview

GMP Engineering Technician

UK-Based | On-Site | 12 Month Contract to start with

Full-Time | Start ASAP

Are you a hands-on engineering professional with a strong background in GMP manufacturing environments? We're looking for a GMP Engineering Technician for our client to support daily operations at a brand-new, cutting-edge biomanufacturing facility focused on next- vaccine and biologics production.

This is a contract opportunity to work at the forefront of scientific and technical innovation, supporting high-value projects, cutting-edge equipment, and global collaboration.

What You’ll Do

• Work with critical GMP equipment (e.g., UF, chromatography systems, single-use mixers, fermenters, buffer prep vessels, etc.)
• Provide real-time, shop-floor technical support to ensure equipment uptime and performance
• Troubleshoot process and mechanical issues, implement robust CAPAs
• Lead small-to-medium sized technical projects to improve system reliability and compliance
• Support quality documentation: deviations, change controls, investigations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including MS&T, QA, and Global Engineering
• Contribute to tech transfer and new platform readiness activities

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or similar)
• Experience in biopharma or GMP-regulated environments (NECESSARY)
• Hands-on familiarity with bioprocess equipment and cleanroom operations
• Strong documentation and problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and take ownership of systems and processes
• Comfortable working 100% on-site in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Why Apply?

This is more than a typical shop-floor support role — you’ll be joining a high-growth, science-driven environment where your expertise will directly impact new platform launches and cutting-edge technology transfer projects. You’ll work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry while helping shape the future of advanced biologics manufacturing in the UK.

Interested? Apply now or get in touch for more details.

Tshering Sherpa

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