Maintenance Engineer, Nijmegen, GE

The company
The organization is a globally recognized pharmaceutical manufacturer specializing in the production of complex biologic medicines. Based in the Netherlands, the facility supports both clinical and commercial manufacturing within a regulated GMP environment. Operations include production, quality control, and technical support for biologics used in the treatment of serious health conditions.
As part of a broader international healthcare group, the company emphasizes innovation, compliance, and continuous improvement, contributing to the reliable supply of high-quality therapeutic products to markets worldwide.

Role Description
Under the management of the Engineering Manager, the Maintenance Engineer is responsible for implementing maintenance strategies and objectives at the site. The role supports improved equipment reliability, safety, reduced operational costs, and consistent product quality. Core responsibilities include troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities
-Implement robust maintenance and reliability processes for manufacturing equipment.
-Develop troubleshooting and repair skills; train technicians accordingly.
-Eliminate significant quality issues stemming from shop-floor equipment.
-Execute engineering maintenance programs to ensure uninterrupted production.
-Manage spare parts inventory for timely repairs.
-Collaborate with equipment/tooling suppliers to deliver innovative solutions and design/analyze critical plant tooling.
-Support calibration and preventive maintenance activities without deviation (planning, execution, reporting).
-Communicate business-related issues/opportunities to the next management level.
-Follow all company Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) guidelines.
-If supervising staff, ensure compliance with HSE practices and that necessary resources are available.
-Ensure personal and company compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and procedures.
-Perform other assigned duties as required.

Experience and Education
-Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Science, or equivalent.
-2–4 years of relevant experience.
-Strong written and spoken English.
-Experience in the Medical Device industry and GMP-compliant environments.
-Understanding of manufacturing principles, practices, and procedures.
-Experience with equipment/process validation (URS, FAT, SAT).
-Ability to interpret vendor reports for maintenance, calibration, and qualification.
-Project management skills.
-Experience in process improvements and equipment troubleshooting/design review.
-Strong communication skills to simplify complex topics as a core project team member.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Certifications/Licenses, and Affiliations
-Excellent communication; able to build credibility at all levels.
-Proven collaboration across departments and levels.
-Solid technical understanding combined with business and compliance insight.
-Accountability and results-driven mindset.
-Customer-focused approach.
-Able to recognize and lead change, engage in constructive conflict.
-Clear communicator—able to simplify complex issues.
-Passion for excellence and continuous improvement.

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