Principal Instrumentation & Calibration Engineer – Maintenance & Reliability
Our client, global biopharmaceutical manufacturer are currently recruiting for a Principal Instrumentation & Calibration Engineer to join their Maintenance & Reliability team on a permanent basis. This role provides instrumentation, calibration, and reliability expertise at a new biotech manufacturing facility. As Principal Instrumentation & Calibration Engineer you will own the site calibration program, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, and drive reliability improvements to maximise equipment availability and performance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the site calibration program and represent it during audits
• Own all site instrumentation systems (calibration, troubleshooting, upgrades, obsolescence, MTBF, etc.)
• Ensure maintenance and reliability strategies align with global standards
• Analyse predictive/condition-based monitoring data and drive follow-up actions
• Develop and maintain SOPs, job plans, and CMMS data
• Provide technical support, training, and guidance to maintenance teams
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in reliability and compliance
• Manage spare parts and inventory for critical equipment

• Degree in Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering (or equivalent)
• 5+ years’ experience in maintenance/engineering (preferably pharma/regulated industry)
• Strong knowledge of EU directives (e.g. ATEX) and international standards (IEC, ISO, ISA, etc.)
• Expertise in troubleshooting, calibration systems, and equipment reliability
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and technical reporting skills
• Self-starter with ability to work independently
• Strong teamwork, customer focus, and flexibility
• Commitment to safety, quality, and compliance