Senior Critical Utilities Engineer

Responsibilities

• Support in the design and maintenance of utilities and associated systems - including, but not limited to, cooling towers, compressed air generation and distribution systems, chilled water generation and distribution systems, air handling units (AHUs) supporting aseptic processing operations, electrical distribution and backup systems, boiler/steam generation and distribution systems, clean steam generation, fire suppression, water for injection (WFI) production and distribution to points of use
• Monitor and troubleshoot utilities systems and associated equipment to identify and resolve any issues promptly to minimize downtime
• Responsible for and active supervision of technical building systems in the GMP environment, including electricity/emergency power, refrigeration, cooling and vacuum technology
• Create cGMP/GDP-compliant lifecycle documentation, maintenance, qualifications procedures and operating instructions, including change controls as necessary
• Subject matter expert for building monitoring and work order systems
• Continuous improvement of facilities and processes using LEAN tools and methodologies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure utilities systems are integrated effectively into manufacturing processes
• Develop and execution of preventative maintenance plans for utilities systems and associated equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance
• Stay current with industry regulations and best practices, ensuring utilities systems meet all safety and quality standards
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior engineers and technicians within the teams
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency, reliability, and sustainability of utilities systems and associated equipment
• Preparation and maintenance of documentation, including standard operating procedures, equipment manuals, and maintenance records
• Utilize root cause analysis techniques to investigate process and equipment issues and sustainable and preventive actions

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering or Technology required
• 3+ years’ experience in a pharmaceutical industry or in a highly regulated role
• Working knowledge of high and low voltage electrical switchgear and distribution systems
• Working knowledge of common project management tools
• Understanding of controls, wiring and circuitry
• Experience with generation, operation, and use of clean steam and WFI generation systems
• Experience with hydraulics & pneumatics, and operation of air handling systems
• Experience with automation and programmable logic control (PLC) systems