Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)Job Description
Step into the role of Engineer and help shape the future of automation in Life Sciences.
Are you passionate about hands-on engineering, problem-solving, and continuous improvement? We’re looking for an Engineer to join our dynamic Warrington team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to work with cutting-edge automation and manufacturing technologies, this opportunity is for you.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you’ll operate within ISO 5 and ISO 7 cleanrooms, using personal respirator hood PPE daily to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. You’ll perform preventive maintenance (PMs), calibrations, and servicing across a variety of advanced systems and instruments. Your work will include maintaining and troubleshooting equipment such as:
Vision systems
Conveyors
Liquid filling machines
Shrink wrappers
Check weighers
Laboratory instruments
Robots
Manufacturing automation systems
You’ll also:
Oversee and coordinate contractors, field service engineers (FSEs), and service providers.
Manage your own workload through the CMMS while ensuring minimal downtime.
Conduct equipment changeovers, lead PPI and CI projects, and apply SCRUM methodologies for planning and scheduling.
Support and mentor apprentice engineers to help grow future talent.
Ensure compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and EHS standards.
Your proactive approach will help drive uptime, improve processes, and enhance overall equipment efficiency.
What You Bring
A proven track record working in ISO13485-certified or other regulated environments.
Multi-skilled expertise across electrical and mechanical engineering.
Strong understanding of pneumatics and PLC systems (robotics and automation experience desirable).
Hands-on experience with Life Science instruments, lab automation, and manufacturing machinery.
Competence in CMMS systems and a focus on continuous improvement, process optimization, and cost reduction.
Clear career goals, adaptability, and a passion for learning new technologies.
Education & Experience
Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent (e.g., City & Guilds, BTEC, NVQ Level 3).
Minimum HNC qualification in engineering (or equivalent experience).
Demonstrated experience post-HNC in a manufacturing or life sciences environment.
Work Environment
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-performance team.
Strong time management and prioritization skills to meet strict deadlines.
Flexibility and resilience in managing changing priorities.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Commitment to continuous improvement and safety excellence.
Why Join Us
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll be part of an innovative organization where integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation drive everything we do.
Benefits: We offer competitive remuneration, an annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific provides employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization and outstanding career and development prospects. Join us for an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!
Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of our team!
