Lead Calibration Engineer
| Company: | Catalent |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Swindon, SN5 8RU |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 17 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 17 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Our Swindon facility houses our Zydis® fast dissolving tablet development and manufacturing operation as well as a CMC pharmaceutical analytical lab services unit that offers ASAP stability.
Position Summary
We have an opportunity for a Lead Calibration Engineer to join our team. This role combines hands-on calibration work with leadership responsibilities, ensuring all activities are completed safely and in compliance with GMP standards. You will act as a technical expert and mentor, supporting a small team of engineers and technicians. This is a key position for maintaining equipment reliability and driving team performance in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
The Role
Perform hands-on calibration, testing, fault finding and troubleshooting of pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, ensuring compliance with site procedures and GMP requirements.
Lead and coordinate the day-to-day activities of the Calibration team, allocating and prioritising workloads to meet business needs.
Provide technical guidance, mentoring and support to calibration engineers and technicians, fostering team capability and development.
Ensure all calibration activities are completed safely, accurately and within agreed timescales, maintaining equipment calibration status at all times.
Investigate and resolve calibration failures, deviations and equipment-related issues, escalating risks where appropriate.
Maintain and review calibration records and documentation, ensuring compliance with GMP, data integrity and quality standards.
Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance and Quality teams to coordinate activities, minimise downtime and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Monitor team performance, support training and audits, deputise for management when required, and remain actively involved in the execution of calibration work.
Why You Should Join Catalent
Our Swindon facility houses our Zydis® fast dissolving tablet development and manufacturing operation as well as a CMC pharmaceutical analytical lab services unit that offers ASAP stability.
Competitive Salary – Reflecting your experience and skills.
Bonus & Benefits – Includes a site performance bonus, a pension scheme matching up to 8% and life assurance. Enjoy a generous holiday entitlement that increases with tenure, with the option to purchase additional leave. Plus, gain access to Reward Gateway, offering discounts at many national retailers.
Career Development – Access high-quality training, mentoring, and cross-functional opportunities within Catalent’s global network. Benefit from a subscription to LinkedIn Learning, providing access to 10,000+ online courses.
Health & Wellbeing – Includes an employee assistance programme, on-site canteen facilities, and an active safety and “Patient First” culture. Take advantage of a Cycle to Work Scheme and an Electric Vehicle car scheme.
Excellent Location – Just a two-minute drive from J16 of the M4, with free on-site parking.
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