Instrumentation and Calibration Engineer

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Employment Type: Full time

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Job Description

Instrumentation and Calibration Engineer

Job Purpose

The Instrumentation & Calibration Engineer is responsible for the ownership, execution, and continuous improvement of the site calibration program, ensuring plant instrumentation and measurement systems are maintained in a state of control. The role supports safe, reliable, and GMP-compliant manufacturing and utility operations in alignment with Takeda’s values and site quality standards.

How you will contribute:

Calibration Program Ownership

• Own and manage the site calibration program in accordance with GMP and Data Integrity requirements.
• Perform and/or oversee calibration of process and utility instrumentation (temperature, pressure, flow, level, pH, conductivity, etc.).
• Establish and optimize calibration strategies and frequencies based on risk and equipment criticality.
• Ensure calibration activities are executed to defined tolerances and traceable standards, including as-found/as-left requirements.

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure full compliance with GMP, GDP, EU directives (e.g., ATEX), and site SOPs.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and contemporaneous documentation.
• Initiate and support deviations, CAPA, and change controls within TrackWise, ensuring timely closure and robust root cause analysis.
• Support audit readiness and regulatory inspections.

Planning & Execution

• Plan, schedule, and close work orders in SAP PM (or equivalent CMMS).
• Manage backlog and prioritize work in alignment with site objectives.
• Coordinate with Operations, QA, Automation, and Engineering to minimize downtime and ensure efficient execution of maintenance activities.
• Provide structured updates at tier meetings and escalate risks appropriately.

Safety & Contractor Management

• Act as Key Point of Contact (KPOC) for calibration contractors.
• Ensure adherence to Permit to Work, LOTO, confined space, and high-risk activity procedures.
• Promote and uphold site EHS standards and proactively report safety events via Beacon.

Continuous Improvement & Collaboration

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through the AGILE Program.
• Identify value capture opportunities to enhance equipment reliability and departmental efficiency.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support site priorities and foster a strong team-based culture.

What you bring to Takeda:

Education

• Level 8 Degree in Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent.
• Relevant apprenticeship combined with industry experience will be considered.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in calibration/instrumentation within a regulated environment (pharma/biopharma/medical device preferred).
• Strong working knowledge of GMP, Data Integrity, and good documentation practices.
• Experience using SAP PM (or equivalent CMMS) and calibration management systems.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop drawings, and technical documentation.
• Experience working in ATEX or similar regulated environments desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong GMP and compliance mindset.
• Proven troubleshooting capability in instrumentation systems.
• Effective backlog management and prioritization skills.
• Strong technical documentation and report-writing ability.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating cross-functionally.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

What you can look forward to with us:

• Competitive Salary: Including performance-based bonuses.
• Retirement Plan: Employer contributions to your retirement plan.
• Comprehensive Insurance: Employer-funded private medical insurance with dependants’ cover, life insurance, and flexible options like dental insurance, partner life insurance, and serious illness protection.
• Electric Charging Points: Available at parking locations.
• Employee Assistance Program: Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Wellbeing and Engagement: Dedicated teams to support your wellbeing.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Supportive policies for a balanced work-life.
• Generous Vacation: 26 vacation days plus additional days for service milestones and humanitarian volunteering leave.
• Development Opportunities: Coaching, mentoring, educational programs, and formal training.
• Subsidized Canteen: Enjoy meals at a reduced cost.
• Flexible Benefits: Options like fuel card, bike to work, commuter ticket, and insurance deals.

More about us:
At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.
Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Empowering our people to shine:
Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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