Machine Construction Technologist

Join BIC World, a community of brands dedicated to creating ingeniously simple and joyful products that have been part of hearts and homes for over 75 years. We are committed to growing our iconic and innovative brands by reimagining everyday essentials in new, sustainable, and responsible ways.

Our culture encourages a "roll up your sleeves and get the job done" mindset, ensuring self-starters, problem solvers, and innovative thinkers can truly thrive. At BIC World, you are empowered to take ownership of your career and use your unique perspective to make a meaningful, global impact on our mission.

As a Machine Construction Technologist , you will support industrialization activities and production operations related to the assembly of new production equipment (high-precision, high-speed automatic assembly and product processing machines) and mechanical systems. You will troubleshoot technical issues and evaluate, install, and commission production machines and equipment, ensuring a smooth start-up to production while meeting safety, quality, and performance requirements. You will also contribute to the continuous improvement of existing equipment, increasing the efficiency, reliability, and productivity of our manufacturing processes.

In this role you will:

- Assemble, install, and commission new production equipment and machine systems according to engineering specifications and project requirements

- Support industrialization projects by ensuring the successful transfer of new equipment, processes, and technologies into production

- Cooperate with internal teams and external suppliers to meet project timelines and quality standards

- Perform mechanical alignment, fitting, adjustment, and functional testing of machine systems to ensure reliable operation

- Identify, analyze, and resolve design, assembly, and commissioning issues using structured problem-solving methods

- Participate in machine acceptance testing and equipment performance validation, ensuring compliance with technical and operational requirements

- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams to optimize machine design, assembly processes, and production efficiency

- Contribute to continuous improvement activities focused on equipment reliability, assembly processes, safety, and cost reduction

- Manage technical modifications, upgrades, and improvements of existing production equipment to enhance performance and maintainability

- Prepare and maintain assembly records, technical reports, equipment documentation, and engineering change records

- Monitor project progress and support planning to ensure timely completion of machine construction and industrialization activities

- Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and machine safety requirements in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations

What you'll bring to BIC:

- Technical certification in Mechanical Technology or a related discipline; a TEI degree is considered an advantage

- License to practice as a Mechanical Technologist

- 2–5 years of experience in the assembly, installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and validation of industrial equipment, ideally high-precision, high-speed automatic assembly and processing machines

- Experience supporting industrialization and production line start-up activities in a manufacturing environment

- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, assembly drawings, technical specifications, and BOMs (Bills of Materials)

- Practical knowledge of manufacturing tools, assembly components, and measuring instruments

- Good understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems

- Knowledge of machine safety standards and Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations

- Good working knowledge of English (written and spoken) and proficiency in MS Office

- Willingness to travel occasionally for equipment installation, supplier visits, or commissioning activities

Preferred Qualifications

- Basic knowledge of automation systems, including servo and electromechanical systems

- Ability to read and interpret pneumatic diagrams

- Experience with Creo for reviewing technical drawings, 3D models, and assemblies

- Experience with machine tools such as lathes and milling, grinding, and drilling machines

- Knowledge of risk assessment methods and CE marking requirements

- Welding experience

Key Skills

- Problem-solving

- Teamwork & Communication

- Planning & Organizing

- Attention to Detail

- Safety & Quality Focus

- Continuous Improvement Mindset

- Ownership & Drive for Results

BIC World is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly commit to hiring people with different backgrounds and experiences to help us build better products, make better decisions, and better serve our customers. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or similar characteristics. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

BIC World is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any team member at BIC via email, or directly to a BIC team member in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of BIC, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by BIC as a result of the referral or through other means.