Company Name: Aqua Tech Recruitment (recruiting for a provider of high-performance technologies for pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare sectors)
Location: Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, UK (Flexible location, with one role field-based in Scotland and the other based out of the Edinburgh office)
Job Type: Permanent
Salary Range: £45k – £55k yearly (plus a car and other benefits)
Industry: Engineering / Life Science / Pharmaceutical / Biotech
Job Overview
Aqua Tech Recruitment, a specialist in engineering recruitment, is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Service Engineer for the Life Science sector. This permanent role offers a vital opportunity to join a leading provider of high-performance technologies for the Pharmaceutical, Biotech, and Healthcare sectors. We’re looking for an experienced professional to serve as a Validation & Service Engineer, ensuring the precision and compliance of critical medical machinery.
This is a versatile position with flexible location options. One role is field-based in Scotland, while the other is based out of the Edinburgh office but requires international travel. As a Service Engineer, you will be instrumental in performing Factory & Site Acceptance Testing (FAT/SAT), executing Installation & Operational Qualifications (IQ/OQ), and conducting both planned maintenance and reactive service calls. If you have at least three years of experience in a GMP or NHS environment and a solid understanding of GxP and validation lifecycle documents, we invite you to apply.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Perform Factory & Site Acceptance Testing (FAT/SAT) on sterilizers, washers, and other GMP equipment.
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Execute and document Installation & Operational Qualifications (IQ/OQ).
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Undertake planned maintenance, reactive service calls, and breakdown diagnostics.
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Conduct installations of new medical machinery at client sites.
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Deliver validation activities in accordance with HTM2010 and relevant standards.
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Liaise with clients to prepare validation protocols and maintain accurate documentation.
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Support and mentor junior engineers.
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Contribute to process improvement and service quality initiatives.
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Work independently in cleanroom/sterile environments.
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Apply knowledge of GxP and validation lifecycle documents (URS, DQ, IQ, OQ, PQ).
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Utilize experience with thermal mapping, Bowie-Dick testing, leak rate testing, and calibration.
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(Desirable) Familiarity with HTM01-01, EN285, ISO 15883, ALCOA+ principles, PLC/SCADA systems.
Qualifications
Experience Level: Mid-Level (minimum 3 years in GMP or NHS environment)
Education Requirement: City & Guilds HTM2010 Certificate (Washers and Sterilizers)
Required Skills:
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City & Guilds HTM2010 Certificate (essential)
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Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
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Understanding of GxP and validation lifecycle documents
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Hands-on with FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ, maintenance, and diagnostics
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Experience in sterile environments
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Strong communication and documentation skills
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Willingness to travel
Desirable Skills:
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Familiarity with HTM01-01, EN285, ISO 15883
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Knowledge of ALCOA+ and risk-based validation principles
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Comfort with PLC/SCADA and technical drawings
Salary and Benefits
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£45k – £55k yearly (negotiable, based on experience)
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Company car provided
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Flexible location options
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Opportunities for professional development
Working Conditions
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Full-time, permanent
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One field-based role in Scotland
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One office-based role in Edinburgh (with international travel)
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Work in sterile/cleanroom environments
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Travel required
Why Work with Us
Aqua Tech Recruitment is a trusted name in engineering recruitment. We’re proud to support a company that delivers high-performance solutions to the life science sector. This role offers a strong platform to grow your career while making a direct impact in a regulated, cutting-edge environment. Join us and be part of something meaningful.
