Engineering Technician - Fire & Gas Detection

About the role

This role monitors and operates equipment, troubleshoots, identifies improvements, and assists in maintaining and optimizing fire suppression and gas detection systems for the API-US facility. The incumbent performs routine technical tasks independently and may require gowning up in sterile/cleanroom areas.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate assigned process areas and equipment
• Monitor process control systems
• Troubleshoot and provide technical support for site projects, operations, and maintenance
• Support continuous process improvement using cLEAN® concepts
• Support the maintenance and establishment of SOPs/standards for processes/equipment and maintenance plans
• Coach/train production operators related to relevant processes and equipment
• Develop and implement reliability-driven maintenance and monitoring plans and practices, including oversight of third-party service providers

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering/technology or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Minimum one (1) year of relevant experience in engineering, engineering technology, design technology, or a related field required
• Knowledge and experience in the operations, maintenance, and design of utilities and/or bulk chemical storage equipment required
• Experience working in a regulated environment (FDA, cGMP, OSHA) preferred
• Proficiency in Black Utilities, Clean Utilities &/or RMS systems to include: purified water, clean steam, process air, boilers, chillers, compressors, cooling towers, waste systems, chemical storage & distribution systems, solvent distillation required
• Prior qualification/work experience required
• Ability to read/review design drawings (CAD) with a basic understanding of P&ID, PFD, electrical systems & equipment schematics preferred
• Understanding of technical documents such as URS, SAT, FAT, Commissioning & Validation Protocols preferred
• Understanding of complicated equipment manufacturer supplied documentation & standard operating procedures with attention to high-level concepts preferred
• Computer literacy with associated systems. Working knowledge of process control systems (i.e. Delta-V & Siemens BMS) preferred
• Organization/Planning: Proven expertise in planning/organization/execution of project & maintenance activities, following up on results & revising the work plan for complex problems being resolved by cross-functional teams preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to move equipment & supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions
• Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands
• Strap & unstrap pallets using hands
• Must be able to be on their feet for up to a 12-hour shift
• May require corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role
• May require color vision based on role
• Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder
• May be required to work at elevated heights
• Occasionally works around odorous & hazardous materials
• May be required to wear latex gloves
• May perform critical job functions in extremely cold work environments depending on site
• May position oneself within confined spaces for inspection if required of the role
• Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection
• May be required to secure a motorized vehicle license & operate a motorized vehicle based on the role

Benefits

The role offers leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option, family-focused benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave, free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products, tuition assistance, life & disability insurance, employee referral awards, and opportunities for growth and development.