Plant Electrical Engineer - Pharma

About the role

The Electrical Engineer provides engineering support to field personnel in the performance of maintenance and operational tasks associated with plant electrical systems from 24kV to 120VAC systems, including Uninterruptible Power Supplies, Fire Protection Systems and Site elevators. The Electrical Engineer interfaces with the electric utility provider, as needed to maintain the reliability of power to the campus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with Senior Utility Engineers within assigned discipline to ensure project deliverables (e.g., specification review, Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and visits, equipment installation, and issue resolution) are performed to the company standards
• Develops Project Change Controls (PCCs) to document specific changes to the design of systems within assigned discipline
• Prepares deviations and change control resolutions and closures
• Performs reviews of submittals, installation, and testing of equipment within assigned discipline across all buildings on site
• Performs field walkdowns with Utility Engineering and Construction personnel to ensure systems are installed per approved standards and drawings
• Provides engineering technical support for all plant utilities and systems (e.g., plant steam boilers, cooling systems, compressed air, etc.)
• Reviews and approves Preventative Maintenance templates for equipment within assigned discipline
• Collaborates with Utility Operators and Maintenance Technicians to resolve operational issues
• Develops or provides supports in the development of User Requirement Specs (URSs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and equipment maintenance and troubleshooting procedures
• Supports the implementation of maintenance strategies to maximize equipment reliability in conjunction with Senior Engineers
• Maintains Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) compliance aspects of validated systems
• Participates in audits with customer representatives and regulatory agencies, as needed
• Performs simple to moderate troubleshooting for equipment challenges and supports Senior Engineers with complex troubleshooting
• Cross-trains within multiple disciplines to assist team with achieving deliverables
• Collaborates with other departments (e.g., Utility Operations, Maintenance, Facilities, Environmental Health, and Safety)
• Other duties, as assigned

Requirements

• Effective communication, both written and verbal
• Knowledge of cGMP and European Medicines Evaluation Agency (EMEA) or Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot simple to moderate system and component related issues
• Ability to effectively present information to others
• Willingness to provide feedback to others, including leaders

Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with 5 years of experience with process utility related components and systems
• Experience working in a GMP or other highly regulated environment
• Experience establishing processes and procedures for operation, troubleshooting and monitoring process utility systems