Maintenance Engineer - Quality

• Bachelor's or HBO degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Process Technology, Industrial Engineering, or a similar technical education.
• At least five years of experience within Maintenance, Engineering, Reliability, or Technical Operations.
• Experience within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical or biotechnological environment.
• Demonstrable experience with technical investigations, deviations, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Knowledge of maintenance processes, asset lifecycle management, and reliability principles.
• Strong skills in technical writing, analysis, and facilitation.
• Ability to interpret technical data, maintenance history, and system performance.
• Experience with SAP or a similar maintenance management system.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and production.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Process Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related technical discipline
• At least five years of experience in Maintenance, Engineering, Reliability or Technical Operations
• Experience working in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment
• Demonstrated experience with technical investigations, deviations and Root Cause Analysis
• Understanding of maintenance processes, equipment lifecycle management and reliability principles
• Strong technical writing, analytical and facilitation skills
• Ability to interpret technical data, equipment history and system performance
• Experience with SAP or a comparable maintenance management system
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across Maintenance, Engineering, Quality and Operations

• Knowledge of reliability methodologies such as RCM and FMECA is a plus.
• Knowledge of reliability methodologies such as RCM and FMECA is preferred

Analytical Reasoning, Audit Management, Calibration Procedures, Critical Thinking, Data Reporting, Engineering, Equipment Maintenance, Execution Focus, Lean Supply Chain Management, Mechanical Equipments, Numerically Savvy, Quality Validation, Repair Management, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Systems Evaluation, Technical Credibility, Technologically Savvy

Working at Johnson & Johnson means contributing to innovations that improve lives. You become part of a motivated team working on innovative medicines with a direct impact on patients. Together we build a healthier future, with plenty of opportunities for personal and professional development.

• Attractive secondary benefits, including 36 vacation days based on full-time employment, discounts on health insurance, and sports subscriptions.
• Personal growth: develop your talents through various trainings and courses.
• Professional development: access to courses to further expand your knowledge and skills.
• Close-knit team: collaborating with engaged and expert colleagues.
• Pleasant working environment: a professional, informal, and collegial atmosphere.

Working at Johnson & Johnson means contributing to innovations that improve lives. You are part of a motivated team focused on innovative medicines with a direct impact on patients. Together, we build a healthier future, with plenty of opportunities for growth and development.

• Attractive secondary employment benefits: including 36 vacation days based on full-time, discounts on health insurance, and gym subscriptions.
• Personal Growth: Develop your talents with training.
• Professional Development: Access to courses to expand your skills.
• Close Team: Collaboration with dedicated colleagues.
• Pleasant Work Environment: Working together in a professional, informal atmosphere.

€44.700,00 - €70.840,00

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees' and companies' performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location's eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.

*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.

Job Function: Supply Chain Engineering

We offer an initial 12-month contract with the intention to convert to a permanent contract.

"Are you a technically experienced engineer who is ready to strengthen the quality of maintenance investigations and drive sustainable improvements in a GMP-regulated environment?"

At Johnson & Johnson, we work on innovative medicines that change lives. Reliable equipment, utilities, and maintenance processes are essential to being able to deliver these medicines safely and consistently. As a Maintenance Engineer - Quality, you will combine technical expertise with quality knowledge to improve investigations, solve complex problems, and prevent recurrence.

For our Global Engineering & Technology (GET) Maintenance team in Leiden, we are looking for a Maintenance Engineer - Quality. In this role, you form the bridge between Maintenance and Quality. You lead and facilitate technical investigations regarding equipment, utilities, and maintenance processes and ensure that the results meet GMP, quality, and compliance requirements.

In close collaboration with Maintenance Engineers, Reliability Engineers, Technicians, Planners, Quality Engineers, and production, you identify root causes, assess potential impact, and define effective Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs). Your contribution helps improve the quality of investigations, shorten lead times for investigations and CAPAs, and further strengthen the reliability and compliance of our maintenance organization.

At Johnson & Johnson, we are working on innovative medicines that change lives Reliable equipment, utilities and maintenance processes are essential to delivering these medicines safely and consistently. As a Maintenance Engineer - Quality, you combine technical expertise with quality knowledge to improve investigations, resolve complex issues and prevent recurrence.

We are looking for a Maintenance Engineer - Quality to join our Global Engineering & Technology Maintenance team in Leiden. In this role, you bridge the gap between Maintenance and Quality. You lead and facilitate technical investigations involving equipment, utilities and maintenance processes, ensuring that outcomes meet GMP, quality and compliance expectations.

Working closely with Maintenance Engineers, Reliability Engineers, Technicians, Planners, Quality Engineers and Operations, you identify root causes, assess potential impact and define effective Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Your contribution will help improve investigation quality, reduce investigation and CAPA lead times, and strengthen the reliability and compliance of our maintenance organization.

• Leading and facilitating technical investigations and GMP deviations regarding equipment, utilities, and maintenance activities.
• Performing structured Root Cause Analyses using methodologies such as 5 Why, Fishbone Analysis, and Event Mapping.
• Translating technical findings into clear and GMP-compliant investigation reports.
• Performing impact assessments on product, process, and compliance.
• Defining effective CAPAs that address the identified root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Monitoring the implementation and effectiveness of CAPAs.
• Providing technical input for Change Controls, Risk Assessments, and Quality Records.
• Identifying recurring issues and trends that require broader corrective actions.
• Supporting audit and inspection readiness.
• Driving standardization and continuous improvement of investigation methodologies within GET Maintenance.
• Lead and facilitate technical investigations and GMP deviations involving equipment, utilities and maintenance activities
• Perform structured Root Cause Analyses using methods such as 5 Why, Fishbone Analysis and Event Mapping
• Translate technical findings into clear and GMP-compliant investigation reports
• Perform product, process and compliance impact assessments
• Define effective CAPAs that address the identified root causes and prevent recurrence
• Monitor CAPA implementation and effectiveness
• Provide technical input for Change Controls, Risk Assessments and Quality Records
• Identify recurring issues and trends requiring broader corrective action
• Support audit and inspection readiness
• Drive standardization and continuous improvement of investigation methodologies within GET Maintenance

Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands

Repair & Maintenance Engineering

Scientific/Technology

You are an analytical and technically experienced professional who understands how equipment, utilities, and maintenance processes function. You are naturally curious, dare to challenge assumptions, and keep asking questions until the actual root cause has been established.

You feel comfortable leading multidisciplinary investigations and are able to translate complex technical information into clear quality conclusions. You work independently, can manage multiple priorities at once, and know how to bring stakeholders along to sustainable solutions in a constructive manner.

You are an analytical and technically experienced professional who understands how equipment, utilities and maintenance processes operate. You are naturally curious, challenge assumptions and continue asking questions until the true root cause has been identified.

You are comfortable leading multidisciplinary investigations and can translate complex technical information into clear quality conclusions. You work independently, manage multiple priorities and engage stakeholders constructively to achieve sustainable results.