Mechanical System Owner

SIRE LIFE SCIENCES; Breda; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

SIRE LIFE SCIENCES is looking for a Mechanical System Owner Engineer in Breda, Netherlands, for a 6-month onsite assignment. This role involves taking ownership of utility systems such as Chillers and HVAC, supporting maintenance, troubleshooting, and managing system lifecycle activities.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering, strong experience in GMP-regulated environments, and proficiency in both English and Dutch. The position requires availability for 24/7 on-call duty rotation.

Qualifications

• Experience in GMP-regulated environments (pharma, biotech, or food industry).
• Strong analytical and documentation skills.
• Fluent in English and Dutch.

Responsibilities

• Act as System Owner for utility systems including Chiller.
• Support maintenance activities and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Lead maintenance improvements and Root Cause Analysis.

Skills

Chiller systems

HVAC

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Company

A leading global biotechnology organization dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medicines for patients with serious illnesses. Driven by science and powered by advanced technology, the organization focuses on areas such as oncology, cardiovascular disease, inflammation, and rare diseases. Its mission is centered on improving lives by turning cutting-edge science into meaningful therapies that address unmet medical needs.

Job Description

We are seeking a Mechanical System Owner Engineer to join our client’s team for an initial 6-month assignment (extension subject to performance and project needs). This is a fully onsite role focused on utility systems, maintenance support, and system lifecycle management within a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as System Owner for utility systems including Chiller (mandatory), HVAC, and Compressed Air (nice to have)
• Support maintenance activities and troubleshoot technical issues
• Lead maintenance improvements and Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Manage system lifecycle activities and recurring issues
• Collaborate with engineering teams and key stakeholders on projects and upgrades

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred)
• Experience in GMP-regulated environments (pharma, biotech, or food industry preferred)
• Mandatory experience with Chiller systems
• Knowledge of HVAC and utility/building management systems
• Strong analytical, documentation, and stakeholder management skills
• Fluent in English and Dutch
• Availability for 24/7 on-call duty rotation (1–2 times per month)

Other information

Apply to our vacancy for more information. Looking forward to getting in touch!