Engineering Technician (Green night shift)

Job Description Summary

Join our team as a Shift Engineering Technician, where you will play a crucial role in supporting the Process group in addressing technical challenges within our production areas. This position offers the opportunity to apply your technical expertise, creativity, and problem-solving skills to improve processes, mentor Production Technicians, and champion continuous improvement initiatives.

This night shift onsite role (11pm – 11am, 3 days on and 3 days off) offers a competitive salary plus a 48% shift premium.

Our generous benefits including:

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 and Safety and Continuous Improvement

Employee Assistance Program, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing

Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme

Subsidized canteen

Free car parking

24 days holiday (25 after 5 years)

Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Why join us?

A career at BD means learning and working alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

Become a maker of possible with us!

Main responsibilities will include:

• 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:

• At least a Level 3 qualification in Mechanical or 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.

• 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.

Click on apply if this sounds like you!

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

To learn more about BD visit: https://bd.com/careers

Primary Work Location

GBR Plymouth – Belliver Industrial Estate

Additional Locations

Work Shift

GB-Con-PLY Green 23-11-Shift B type (United Kingdom)

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.