Technical Engineer

Carlsberg; Northampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company in Northampton is looking for a Technical Engineer to enhance engineering activities and lead performance improvement initiatives. The role requires significant experience in engineering management within a BPEC or FMCG environment, with a commitment to Lean principles. Candidates should have an HNC level qualification in engineering, strong IT skills, and a track record of delivering results. The position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including a company bonus scheme.

Benefits

Monthly product allowance

Private Medical options

Life Assurance

Company bonus scheme

Access to 24/7 GP services

Enhanced pension contribution

Generous holiday

Access to a range of high street discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing engineering FI activity and planning within a BPEC or FMCG environment.
• Strong commitment to LeanTPM principles, with ability to lead problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Solid understanding of engineering maintenance regulations and key standards in Quality, Health & Safety, and Environment.
• Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration to drive performance improvement.
• High level of competency in analytical thinking, stakeholder engagement, and decision-making under pressure.
• Qualified to HNC level (or equivalent) in engineering, with strong IT literacy including SAP and BI systems.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire teams, support change, and deliver results through structured planning.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and hygienic execution of engineering activities across BPEC departments.
• Lead Focused Improvement (FI) initiatives with operations teams to boost OEE.
• Develop and implement maintenance improvement strategies with site teams and partners.
• Manage ordering of tactical replacement parts outside MRO procurement.
• Supervise maintenance contract activities not overseen by engineering leads.
• Report engineering tactical activity clearly across all business levels.
• Conduct training needs analysis to maintain certification.
• Deploy resources cost-effectively and manage financial budgets.

Job description

Job Title: Technical Engineer

Location: Northampton

Job Length: Full time

Working Hours: 35

Competitive Salary with extensive benefits:

• Monthly product allowance – alcoholic & non-alcoholic options available
• Private Medical options
• Life Assurance
• Company bonus scheme
• Access to 24/7 GP services
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Generous holiday (inc bank holidays)
• Access to a range of high street discounts

Carlsberg Britvic is the largest multi-beverage supplier in the UK and is home to some of the most iconic and popular beers & soft drinks, including Carlsberg Danish Pilsner, 1664, Poretti and Brooklyn to ale favourites such as Hobgoblin and Wainwright. For soft drinks, Carlsberg Britvic’s brands include J2O, Robinsons, Tango and London Essence along with the licence rights to the Pepsi portfolio in the UK including Pepsi MAX, 7UP, Lipton Iced Tea and Rockstar Energy.

With a strong national footprint, the Carlsberg Britvic business includes 6 production facilities and 16 logistics depot’s servicing customers up and down the UK. As these two historical businesses have come together, the one common goal remains, and that is ensuring our people succeed.

About the role

This is an exciting time to join the Northampton brewery as the site continues to go through capital and people investment. This is a real hands on opportunity to be a part of the wider engineering team and steer the success of projects.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this role will play a key part of our succuss journey and you will have the opportunity to be involved in the following:

Role Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and hygienic execution of engineering activities across BPEC departments, optimising line performance and efficiency
• Lead Focused Improvement (FI) initiatives with operations teams to boost OEE and reduce BMR
• Develop and implement maintenance improvement strategies with site teams and third-party partners
• Manage ordering of tactical replacement parts outside the scope of MRO procurement
• Supervise maintenance contract activities not overseen by engineering leads or Carlsberg contract managers
• Report engineering tactical activity clearly and consistently across all business levels
• Conduct training needs analysis to maintain certification and maximise team capability
• Deploy resources cost-effectively and manage financial budgets within area of responsibility

Experience and Key Attributes

• Proven experience managing engineering FI activity and planning within a BPEC or FMCG environment
• Strong commitment to LeanTPM principles, with ability to lead problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives
• Solid understanding of engineering maintenance regulations and key standards in Quality, Health & Safety, and Environment
• Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration to drive performance improvement
• High level of competency in analytical thinking, stakeholder engagement, and decision-making under pressure
• Qualified to HNC level (or equivalent) in engineering, with strong IT literacy including SAP and BI systems
• Demonstrated ability to inspire teams, support change, and deliver results through structured planning

This is an exciting time to join our newly formed business – with their incredible individual history’s, innovation of products and some of the UK’s most iconic brands, Carlsberg Britvic strives to deliver the best service to our customers and consumers. We aim to make a difference, bringing together two diverse companies, our global reach enables opportunity, growth and a chance to work with some fantastic people.

Interested in finding out more? Apply today and a member of the recruitment team will be in touch!

Application Process

We read applications continuously, and vacancies may be filled anytime, so please apply as early as possible.

We look forward to receiving your application.

This is an exciting time to join our newly formed business – with their incredible individual history’s, innovation of products and some of the UK’s most iconic brands, Carlsberg Britvic strives to deliver the best service to our customers and consumers. We aim to make a difference, bringing together two diverse companies, our global reach enables opportunity, growth and a chance to work with some fantastic people.