Mechanical Engineer

ARTO; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

ARTO in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support equipment and site infrastructure. The role focuses on troubleshooting, maintenance, and engineering documentation to uphold GMP standards.

Candidates should have a mechanical engineering background and experience in pharmaceutical or GMP-regulated settings, with strong hands-on problem-solving abilities and ability to read technical drawings.

Qualifications

• Must have a mechanical engineering background.
• Experience in pharmaceutical/ GMP environments is required.
• Hands-on mechanical troubleshooting and repair experience.

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical engineering activities across manufacturing equipment and site infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues affecting operations.
• Assist with preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Contribute to equipment upgrades and project improvements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Production and Quality teams.
• Support installation, commissioning and qualification of new or modified equipment.
• Ensure activities align with GMP requirements and site procedures.
• Maintain accurate engineering and technical documentation.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Equipment experience

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Mechanical Engineer | GMP Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

We are supporting a pharmaceutical manufacturing client looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join their engineering team within a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support mechanical engineering activities across pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment and site infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues affecting manufacturing operations.
• Support preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Assist with equipment upgrades, modifications and improvement projects.
• Work closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Production and Quality teams.
• Support installation, commissioning and qualification activities for new or modified equipment.
• Ensure mechanical engineering activities are completed in line with GMP requirements and site procedures.
• Maintain accurate engineering and technical documentation.

Profile:

• Mechanical Engineering background.
• Previous experience within pharmaceutical, biotech or another GMP-regulated environment.
• Strong hands-on mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving experience.
• Experience working with manufacturing equipment and mechanical systems.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and technical documentation.
• Understanding of GMP engineering processes.
• Comfortable working on site.