Catalent Pharma Solutions
Pharmaceutical
ElectricalEngineer
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“Electrical Engineer at Catalent Pharma Solutions. Skills: Electrical fault finding, Equipment upgrades, Root cause investigations. Provide engineering support to freeze dryer fleet. Maintain reliability of critical equipment”
Industry & Context.
Diagnose and resolve electrical faults; structured root cause investigations; problem-solving skills
100% on site, Monday to Friday – 37. 5 hours per week
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Qualification in Electrical or Electrical & Electronic Engineering, experience in industrial electrical fault finding, ability to interpret drawings and technical documentation, Hands-on experience with control panels, Hands-on experience with power distribution, Hands-on experience with motors, Hands-on experience with drives (VSDs), Hands-on experience with sensors, Hands-on experience with instrumentation, Experience of electrically driven mechanical systems, understanding of electrical safety and isolation practices, good IT skills (Microsoft Office), Experience supporting equipment upgrades or projects, Practical, methodical, and proactive engineer, problem-solving skills, ability to communicate effectively across teams
Nice to Have
Experience within regulated or pharmaceutical environments, knowledge of GMP, knowledge of Change Control, knowledge of MoC, experience including mechanical and electrical modifications
What You'll Do.
Provide engineering support to freeze dryer fleet
Maintain reliability of critical equipment
Improve performance of critical equipment
Ensure compliance of critical equipment
Perform hands-on fault finding
Carry out structured root cause investigations
Deliver electrical upgrades
Deliver mechanical upgrades
Identify obsolete equipment
Implement replacement solutions
Support installation of new systems
Support modification of new systems
Support testing of new systems
Support commissioning of new systems
Contribute to upgrade projects
Ensure project delivery to scope
Ensure project delivery to standards
Participate in Change Control processes
Participate in Management of Change processes
Ensure work complies with GMP
Ensure work complies with EHS
Ensure work complies with engineering standards
Maintain accurate documentation
Identify opportunities to improve reliability
Identify opportunities to improve safety
Identify opportunities to improve uptime
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
communicate effectively across teams
Communication Scope
communicate effectively across teams
Process & Methodology
Contribute to small–medium upgrade projects, ensuring delivery to scope and standards
Full Job Description
Electrical Engineer * 100% on site * Monday to Friday – 37.5 hours per week. Catalent Pharma Solutions Swindon is home to the world’s best-in-class ODT technology, Zydis®—a unique, fast-dissolving formulation that disperses almost instantly, no water needed. With 20+ products launched across 60 countries, we are redefining drug delivery. We are looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to provide dedicated engineering support to our freeze dryer fleet. Reporting to the Freeze Dryer Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving the reliability, performance, and compliance of critical equipment within a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on role focused on fault finding, upgrades, and equipment lifecycle management, with strong involvement in improvement and project activities. **The Role:** * Act as a key engineering contact for freeze dryers, supporting day-to-day operations and long-term improvements * Diagnose and resolve electrical faults, carrying out structured root cause investigations * Deliver electrical and mechanical upgrades, including components such as drives, motors, valves, actuators, and control systems * Identify obsolete equipment and implement reliable replacement solutions * Support installation, modification, testing, and commissioning of new or upgraded systems * Contribute to small–medium upgrade projects, ensuring delivery to scope and standards * Participate in Change Control / Management of Change (MoC) processes * Ensure all work complies with GMP, EHS, and engineering standards * Maintain accurate documentation, including reports, drawings, and commissioning records * Proactively identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, safety, and uptime **The Candidate** * Qualification in Electrical or Electrical & Electronic Engineering (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent) * Strong experience in industrial electrical fault finding, with the ability to interpret dra
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