Instrument Manufacturing Engineer

Siemens Healthineers; Llanberis; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare technology company is seeking an Instrument Manufacturing Engineer to join their Llanberis facility. This role involves overseeing the manufacture of key instruments, ensuring quality and compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or a related field, with experience in manufacturing processes. The position offers a supportive environment focused on professional growth, as well as competitive benefits including holidays and pension contributions.

Benefits

26 days' holiday with option to buy/sell

Up to 10% employer pension contribution

Share and bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality control systems.
• Proficiency in statistical process control and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with regulatory compliance in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate implementation of engineering changes across manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal quality control procedures.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth implementation.
• Identify opportunities for lean improvements during change implementation.
• Provide training to operators on updated processes or equipment.

Skills

Curiosity

Communication skills

Ability to read technical drawings

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

GMP & GDP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

Testing equipment and tools

Job description

Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.

Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We encourage you to step beyond your comfort zone, offering resources and flexibility to foster your professional and personal growth, all while valuing your unique contributions.

Join our team now at Siemens Healthineers as Instrument Manufacturing Engineer within the Specialty Lab Diagnostics business line at our facility in Llanberis.

This is a great opportunity to join and support the delivery of a crucial strategic project for our SLS business line and Llanberis. As an Instrument Manufacturing Engineer you will be responsible for overseeing the effective manufacture of the IMMULITE XPi, Versacell instruments along with spares, ensuring high-quality standards, efficiency, and compliance with regulatory requirements. The role involves process optimisation, troubleshooting, continuous improvement initiatives along with process updates in partnership with R&D.

You will work in partnership with the existing instrument knowledge transfer team to develop best practices in process design, and manufacturing flow to ensure a smooth manufacturing ramp up and the subsequent development of a world class manufacturing operation in our Llanberis facility.

This role will work Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm.

Job Responsibilities

• Engineering Change Management
  • Lead and coordinate the implementation of engineering changes across manufacturing processes.
  • Review and validate change requests for feasibility and manufacturability.
  • Develop and maintain documentation for all changes, including work instructions, process flows, and BOM updates.
• Regulatory & Quality Compliance
  • Ensure all changes comply with regulatory standards and internal quality control procedures.
  • Support validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) for process or equipment changes.
  • Maintain traceability and documentation for audits and regulatory submissions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with R&D, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Production teams to ensure smooth implementation.
  • Communicate risks, timelines, and mitigation plans to stakeholders.
• Process Optimization
  • Identify opportunities for lean improvements during change implementation.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Training & Support
  • Provide training to operators and technicians on updated processes or equipment introduced through changes.

Your Skills & Behaviours

• You will be curious, keen to understand, learn and try new things, and possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Proficiency with testing equipment and tools to optimise and improve mechanical and electrical assembly processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• GDP & GMP (Good Documentation Practices & Good Manufacturing Practices).

Desirable Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years or equivalent time served experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality control systems.
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC) and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with regulatory compliance (e.g., FDA, ISO) in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles.

Our Benefits

• 26 days' holiday with the option to buy or sell an additional 5
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution
• Share and bonus scheme
• Access to our flexible benefits from private medical insurance to dental cover
• Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities including 2 paid volunteering days per year and support from our 24/7 employee assistance programme

Who we are

We are a team of more than 71,000 highly dedicated Healthineers in more than 70 countries. As a leader in medical technology, we constantly push the boundaries to create better outcomes and experiences for patients, no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways.

How we work

When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become one in a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists, who believe in each individual’s potential to contribute with diverse ideas. We are from different backgrounds, cultures, religions, political and/or sexual orientations, and work together, to fight the world’s most threatening diseases and enable access to care, united by one purpose: to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals with disabilities. Siemens Healthineers are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you require any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.

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