ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Responsibilities
* Work as a team member to support engineering in pharma operations in line with all safety, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
* Participate in design and process project discussions to ensure reliability by design is integrated prior to equipment arrival.
* Own and prepare preventative and predictive maintenance plans for new pharmaceutical equipment; approve procedures in Maximo.
* Complete and document PMs and pDMs for manufacturing equipment in Maximo.
* Ensure commissioning spare parts are received and cataloged in Maximo.
* Identify, receive, and catalog critical spare parts in Maximo.
* Actively participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and the commissioning and qualification of equipment.
* Review and approve process-related commissioning, qualification, and validation protocols for completeness and accuracy; execute protocols in line with project schedules.
* Review and approve process flow diagrams (PFDs), specifications, layouts, and P&IDs.
* Ensure high performance in day-to-day preventative and demand maintenance activities for manufacturing and utility equipment.
* Liaise with operations, quality, and technical teams to maximize equipment and process performance.
* Maintain records and documentation according to Engineering Procedures and maintenance requirements.
* Collaborate with internal/external engineering personnel and contract maintenance providers for troubleshooting, installation, and commissioning of equipment.
* Complete instrument calibrations as per schedule.
* Take ownership of the site’s Predictive Maintenance program, including managing and developing outsourced condition monitoring contracts, implementing recommendations, and tracking closure.
* Implement equipment/process upgrades in a culture of continuous improvement.
* Support production teams in maintaining equipment to meet output and yield targets.
* Adhere to all quality and safety policies.
* Support successful external inspections and internal audits.
* Supervise external contractors as required.
Requirements
Education & Qualifications
* Relevant Trade Qualification or Engineering Certificate (minimum requirement).
* Diploma or Degree in Engineering (preferred).
Technical/Business Knowledge
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment (Pharma/Biologics/Medical Device).
* Proven ability to troubleshoot complex equipment.
* Strong experience with instrumentation and PLC troubleshooting.
Core Competencies
Cognitive Skills
* Proven problem-solving under pressure.
* Ability to propose and implement innovative solutions.
* High attention to detail and procedural compliance.
* Results-driven and target-focused.
* Commitment to quality and consistent high standards.
* Demonstrates strong integrity and work ethic.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
* Understands and applies continuous improvement principles.
Ownership & Accountability
* Personally committed to organizational goals and strategic imperatives.
* Supports a positive and compliant developmental culture.
* Knowledgeable of internal policies and procedures.
* Works autonomously with initiative and sound judgment.
* Maintains a “Right First Time” ethos.
* Ensures adherence to all GMP, ISO, FDA, and company regulations.
* Demonstrates persistence in resolving issues to closure.
Influence & Leadership
* Supports cross-functional teams and cost improvement initiatives.
* Provides technical leadership and stakeholder collaboration.
* Contributes to site goals and change initiatives.
* Leads and delivers new training programs.
Decision Making & Impact
* Works independently with minimal direction.
* Exercises judgment in determining technical objectives.
* Handles day-to-day training and development queries; escalates major issues as needed.
* Presents technical data to facilitate decision-making.
Supervision
Received
* Operates in a largely self-managed environment with some oversight.
Provided
* No direct reports.
* Interfaces with external contractors, service engineers, commissioning personnel, safety inspectors, and equipment engineers.
* May provide training or mentorship to new team members.
* May lead projects and training initiatives.
EHS Responsibilities
* Comply with all EHS policies and demonstrate best practices.
* Be vigilant of personal and team safety; follow all safety signs and barriers.
* Report all incidents and near-misses promptly and log them in the EHS system.
* Promote a culture of EHS excellence by submitting improvement opportunities.
* Attend mandatory EHS training and medical surveillance.
* Wear all required PPE.
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