Title: Mechanical Engineer

Requisition ID: 72247

Date: Dec 4, 2025

Location:

Kovin, Vojvodina, RS

Department: Maintenance

Description:

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Mechanical Engineer

Department: Maintenance

Job Objectives

Organization, planning, and realization of preventive and corrective mechanical maintenance and engineering activities in accordance with the SOP. Realization and supervision of investment activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Prepares all the necessary SOI for the proper functioning of the mechanical equipment used in the plant, performs technical supervision of the maintenance technicians
Supports Department Manager in daily activities of supervision and organization of mechanical maintenance and engineering activities, cooperates with Maintenance Supervisor
Keeps the record of performed repairs, changes, or reconstruction of mechanical equipment in the plant
Responsible for mechanical equipment technical documentation in the plant
Monitors and enforces legislation, regulations and standards for mechanical equipment
Make plans for the necessary spare parts and other technical materials for mechanical equipment and based on that creates purchasing requisitions
Performs technical acceptance of spare parts and technical materials and keeps the record of needs, inventories and already used and spent spare parts and other technical material
Participate in annual maintenance budget
Directly cooperates with the outside contractors who are engaged in the development of new facilities, reconstructions, introduction of new equipment and repairs
Execute all necessary GMP-related validations for manufacturing equipment and facilities
Create reports and analysis of mechanical equipment condition
Participates in creation and realization of the plans for mechanical equipment overhauling
Responsible for measuring equipment calibration according to relevant ESOP
Gives proposals for preventive maintenance and SOI improvements
Gives suggestions for the equipment and process improvements, actively participate in equipment problem solving
Participate in investment activities and projects - realization and supervision
Responsible for the SAP PM module for mechanical equipment
In case of absence replaces other engineers and Maintenance Supervisor
With Maintenance Supervisor responsible for Health, Safety and Environmental protection and Fire Protection measures implementation in daily activities
Represent Department in customer and internal audits
Performs additional duties given by direct manager
Actively cooperates with other departments

Your Profile

University degree - Mechanical engineering (Degree in Thermotechnics is an advantage)
At least 3 years of experience at same or similar jobs
English language knowledge (Intermediate level minimum)
Computer skills (MS Office, AutoCAD 2D)

We Offer

A dynamic working environment
Excellent working conditions
Organized transport to and from Kovin for employees residing in Belgrade and Pancevo
Opportunities for personal and professional development
Access to a modern and comprehensive learning management system
A well-designed and equipped canteen providing cooked meals
A friendly and dynamic team that will support you from the outset
Private health insurance
A competitive salary package

Deadline for applications

19.12.2025.

West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post-offer background screening and/or drug screening. 