Engineering Technician P2

Takeda; Dublin; On-site; EUR 41,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda in Grange Castle, Ireland, is seeking a P2 Engineering Technician to support safe, reliable maintenance of Drug Product, API and Packaging equipment in a regulated oncology facility.

You will calibrate, maintain and improve systems, participate in training, and collaborate across site functions while adhering to cGMP and safety policies. Strong problem-solving and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering qualification or equivalent.
• Five-year mechanical apprenticeship or degree with relevant experience.
• 3+ years maintenance in pharma/manufacturing env; leadership desirable.
• Experience with SAP or CMMS advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain and support API, blending, capsule-filling, packaging equipment.
• Perform planned and unplanned maintenance on production and utility equipment.
• Complete calibration activities and CMMS work orders as scheduled.
• Record maintenance and calibration in CMMS per cGMP requirements.
• Develop, review and improve maintenance routines in a cGMP setting.
• Promote lean maintenance and continuous improvement practices.
• Proactively investigate issues and implement corrective actions.

Skills

High-quality delivery

Continuous improvement

Lean maintenance

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Customer focus

Shift work / on-call

Education

Mech Eng degree

Mechanical apprenticeship

Tools

SAP

CMMS

Job description

Job Description

P2 Engineering Technician

Job Purpose

The P2 Engineering Technician provides technical support to ensure the safe, reliable and efficient maintenance of Drug Product, API and Packaging equipment within a high-containment Oncology manufacturing facility. The role operates in compliance with HPRA, FDA and cGMP standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain and support API, blending, capsule-filling, primary and secondary packaging equipment, including vision inspection, serialization and high-containment systems.
• Perform planned and unplanned maintenance on production and utility equipment.
• Complete calibration activities as required and execute scheduled work orders through the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Record all maintenance and calibration activities accurately and comprehensively in the CMMS, in accordance with regulatory and cGMP requirements.
• Develop, review and improve maintenance routines and procedures within a cGMP environment.
• Promote lean maintenance practices and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Proactively investigate recurring technical issues and implement effective corrective actions.
• Communicate maintenance activities, outstanding work and potential concerns clearly during daily shift meetings.
• Work collaboratively and flexibly within the Engineering Department and across other site functions.
• Participate in safety, environmental and cross‑functional training initiatives.
• Adhere to all company safety requirements, site procedures, policies and the Safety Statement.
• Support the training and mentoring of Operations personnel.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal customers and site departments.
• Participate in the on‑call rota, responding to call‑outs when required.

General Responsibilities

• Promote a strong culture of safety awareness across the site.
• Complete all required SOP reading, training and assessments within established timelines.
• Demonstrate and promote Takeda-ism and Takeda’s corporate values.
• Undertake any other duties reasonably assigned by the Maintenance and EHS Manager or an authorised company representative.

Educational Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Completed mechanical apprenticeship with at least five years’ relevant experience, or a degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Relevant Experience

• At least three years’ maintenance experience in a pharmaceutical or similarly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience in a leadership or senior technical role is desirable.
• Experience with SAP or another CMMS is advantageous.

Skills and Competencies

• Proven ability to deliver high-quality results and maintain high performance standards.
• Strong commitment to sustaining best practices and identifying, developing and implementing improvements.
• Genuine interest in continuous improvement and lean maintenance.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Customer‑focused and task‑oriented approach.
• Comfortable working shifts and participating in an on‑call rota.

More about us:

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient‑focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life‑changing work.
Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Empowering our people to shine:

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Locations

Grange Castle, Ireland

Base Salary Range

€41,400.00 - €56,870.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

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Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time