Job Title : Maintenance Engineer
About the Role :
We are looking for a Maintenance Engineer to support and improve the reliability and performance of manufacturing equipment at a medical device production site in Nijmegen . In this role, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairs, preventive maintenance, and driving continuous improvement to ensure safe and efficient operations in a regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities :
- Develop and implement effective maintenance and reliability strategies for manufacturing equipment.
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex machinery on the production floor.
- Train and support technicians in equipment handling, diagnostics, and best practices.
- Resolve equipment-related quality issues and help prevent reoccurrence.
- Manage spare parts inventory to ensure critical components are available for timely repairs.
- Liaise with external equipment and tooling suppliers to develop and implement technical solutions.
- Plan and execute calibration and preventive maintenance activities with full compliance.
- Support equipment validation efforts (URS, FAT, SAT) and adopt supplier recommendations where applicable.
- Maintain clear documentation and ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Communicate risks, issues, and opportunities to Engineering Management.
- Carry out additional engineering tasks as needed.
Requirements :
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field (Life Sciences also considered).2–4 years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, ideally in medical devices or pharmaceuticals.Strong knowledge of GMP, maintenance best practices, and manufacturing processes.Experience with equipment and process validation (URS / FAT / SAT).Ability to interpret and integrate vendor documentation into operational processes.Project management and process improvement experience is a plus.Strong problem-solving and communication skills.Fluent in English (spoken and written); Dutch is a plus.Practical Details :
Start Date : ASAPLocation : Nijmegen, The NetherlandsDuration : 6+ Months (Contract)Employment Type : Full-time, on-siteInterested or know someone that could be?
Send your CV to [email protected] to apply or learn more.