Engineering Technician

Established in 1836, Acino, part of Arcera, is a pharmaceutical company headquartered in Zurich, with a clear focus on selected markets in the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America, as well as Ukraine and Eurasian countries. With over 3,000 people across 90 countries, we deliver quality pharmaceuticals to promote affordable healthcare in these emerging markets.

We also leverage our high-quality pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities and network to supply leading companies through contract manufacturing and out-licensing. Acino is part of Arcera , a diversified life sciences holding company, established by ADQ in Abu Dhabi in 2024 with the purpose to advance innovation in line with the Emirate’s 2030 vision for the sector and beyond.

Job Description The Engineering Technician will manage, inspect, maintain, and control tooling, format parts, and related engineering items supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. The role requires a combination of tool-room discipline, dimensional inspection, basic tool-and-die knowledge, engineering drawing interpretation, and proper storage and traceability of tooling and format parts.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain accurate tooling records, inventory, issuance, return, inspection status, maintenance history, and traceability. Update relevant tool room and inventory transactions in SAP, as applicable. Prepare and maintain reports, trackers, inspection records, and technical documentation using Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications

Diploma or technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Tool & Die, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Technology, or a related field. Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a tool room, tooling workshop, engineering store, or similar technical environment. Experience in Tool Room or technical store management is preferred.

Background in Tool & Die, machining, tooling, or precision mechanical components is highly desirable. Experience with format parts/change parts used in manufacturing or packaging equipment is an advantage. Good knowledge of dimensional and geometric inspection techniques. Able to read and interpret mechanical and tooling drawings, tolerances, and specifications.

Familiar with the use of precision measuring instruments. Working knowledge of AutoCAD. Familiarity with SAP is required, particularly for inventory, material, or tool-related transactions. Good Microsoft Office skills are required, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook. Good understanding of tooling storage, preservation, traceability, and inventory control.

Pharmaceutical, food, FMCG, medical-device, or other regulated manufacturing experience is preferred. Good English communication and documentation skills. This is the opportunity to join a very dynamic organization, where decisions are taken fast and where you can actively participate in shaping our future. If this sounds exciting, we would love to hear more about you!

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