Integration Engineer (12 Month Contract)

Randstad Technologies Recruitment; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm specializing in technology placements is seeking a Manufacturing Integration Engineer for a critical project in Plymouth. The successful candidate will lead the validation and start-up of new equipment, ensuring efficient integration into production. Candidates should have a strong engineering background, experience with FAT/SAT protocols, and excellent communication skills. This is a 12-month contract role with a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Strong engineering background in manufacturing, focusing on integration and NPI.
• Extensive experience with FAT/SAT protocols, equipment validation, and process optimisation.
• Ability to hit the ground running and manage integration schedules, resources, and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of test plans for equipment.
• Own the integration of new equipment validation.
• Coordinate the handover to Operations, Maintenance, and Quality.

Skills

Strong engineering background in manufacturing

Experience with FAT/SAT protocols

Process optimisation

Strong communication skills

Job description

Manufacturing Integration Engineer

Location: Plymouth

Rate: £28 - £37 per hour (Inside IR35 status to be discussed)

Duration: 12-Month Contract

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

Overview

are currently seeking experienced Manufacturing Integration Engineers for a critical 12-month project in Plymouth. This is a hands‑on contracting role designed to drive the validation and vertical start‑up of new equipment. You will be instrumental in bridging the gap between installation and full‑scale production, ensuring that new CapEx integrations hit performance targets immediately.

Key Deliverables

• Validation, Testing & Installation
  • Lead the development of test plans to verify functionality, process windows, and equipment reliability (FAT, SAT, Validation, and Commissioning).
  • Represent the engineering team at Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
  • Prepare detailed installation plans and ensure full validation of equipment.
  • Ensure all equipment conforms to Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards, international regulations, and company policies (Lock‑out Tag‑out, controls, guarding).
• Integration & Start‑Up
  • Own the integration of new equipment validation and vertical start‑up into the existing manufacturing process.
  • Manage the ramp‑up phase, providing technical assistance to maintain long‑term capability, meet OEE targets, and drive Continuous Improvement (CI).
  • Minimise disruption to ongoing operations during equipment or software integration, addressing roadblocks rapidly.
  • Analyse and resolve gaps between anticipated and actual performance of new CapEx integration.
• Process Optimization & Reliability
  • Develop "centre lining" of equipment to optimise performance.
  • Coordinate existing tools and resources to support equipment maintenance programmes and ensure reliability/up‑time.
  • Diagnose and resolve integration issues, collaborating with engineering teams and vendors to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Collaboration & Handover
  • Coordinate the handover to Operations, Maintenance, and Quality departments to ensure smooth production ramp‑up.
  • Lead equipment documentation creation, data compilation and handover (architecture diagrams, specifications, test reports).
  • Ensure training plans and competence assessments are completed for site staff on new equipment.
  • Facilitate alignment meetings with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure specifications are met.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong engineering background in manufacturing, specifically focusing on integration and NPI.
• Extensive experience with FAT/SAT protocols, equipment validation, and process optimisation.
• Ability to hit the ground running and manage integration schedules, resources, and timelines effectively.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate between vendors, engineering teams and operational staff.

Eligibility & Legal Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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Equality and Diversity

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.