Location: BD Plymouth
Is Salary: £36,000 + Shift Allowance (32% Days, 48% Nights)
About the Role
We're on the hunt for an Industrial Electrical Engineer to join the Process group at BD Plymouth. You'll be instrumental in resolving technical issues within our production areas, using your expertise to guide and mentor Production Technicians. This role is all about improving processes, fault finding, troubleshooting, equipment refurbishment, and taking ownership of continuous improvement initiatives.
Why Join BD?
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies, dedicated to "Advancing the world of health™". Joining us means:
- Learning and growth alongside inspirational leaders and passionate colleagues.
- Working in an inclusive, growth-centred, and rewarding culture.
- Shaping the trajectory of BD and leaving a lasting legacy.
- Being a "maker of possible" - seeing the bigger picture and finding transformative solutions.
- Discovering a culture where you can learn, grow, and thrive, contributing to a better world.
Shift Patterns
This role offers both Day and Night shift options:
- Night Shift: 11:00 PM - 11:00 AM
- Day Shift: 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Pattern: 3 days on, 3 days off
Generous Benefits Package
- Matched Contribution Pension Scheme (up to 10% of salary)
- Life Assurance and Critical Illness Cover
- Private Medical Insurance
- Share Save Scheme (matched up to £150/month)
- Reward & Recognition Scheme (linked to Health & Safety and Continuous Improvement)
- Employee Assistance Program (supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing)
- Flexible Benefits (including Cycle to Work scheme)
- Subsidised Canteen
- Free Car Parking
- Annual Leave: 240 hours, increasing to 247.5 after 5 years' service
Main Responsibilities
As an Industrial Electrical Engineer, you will:
- Provide technical expertise and support to Production Technicians in resolving complex machine-related faults.
- Act as a process expert for specific equipment, guiding others and sharing knowledge.
- Mentor Production Technicians, fostering their development in fault diagnosis and technology utilisation.
- Utilise technology, including PCs, HMI screens, and MES, for effective fault diagnosis and equipment management.
- Identify and implement improvements to existing equipment, focusing on cost reductions, productivity, quality, and health & safety.
- Assist Project and Process Groups during the installation and start-up of new equipment, contributing to continuous improvement programmes.
- Lead small process improvement projects, coordinating relevant skills such as Toolroom, Quality, and Validation.
About You
We're looking for someone with:
- At least a Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience in a similar high-volume assembly and manufacturing role.
- Proficient IT skills for operating SAP systems to log maintenance, order parts, and diagnose faults using data.
- Strong engineering aptitude with the ability to fault find and resolve technical problems.
- A background in hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, electrical, and servo systems is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication skills, with a positive attitude and patience when mentoring and assisting less experienced associates.
Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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