PE Global is recruiting for a Utilities Engineer on behalf of our biopharmaceutical client in Dublin. This is an initial 12-month contract role, hybrid role.
Seeking to recruit a Utilities SME, reporting to the AD Engineering Technical Services, the Utilities Engineering SME will be the Utilities System Owner for Black and Clean Utilities. The SME will provide engineering support for specific assigned plant (Black or Clean) Utility infrastructure, systems and equipment across the entire site to ensure a safe working environment for colleagues and a sustainable & reliable plant to ensure continuity of supply.
Key Responsibilities:
• Ensuring all the systems are in compliance with all Regulatory requirements including Quality (cGDP/GMPs), EHS, European directives, Global Engineering, design & construction directives, requirements & procedures, as well as all Local Regulatory requirements.
• Developing Project Requirements Documents (PRD's) and User Requirements Specs (URS) for new equipment and modifications to existing equipment and systems from concept through supporting installation with the collaboration of stakeholders.
• Point Person for the Project Team as it regards to Utilities Systems. Participates in system design reviews, equipment selection & Hazops to ensure the design and Project deliverables meet BMS requirements, site Engineering specifications and SOPs.
• Responsible to evaluate all the drawings and technical data required for Utilities systems to be handed over to BMS site Engineering doc control for implementation of the project.
• Responsible for the review / approval of Bid-Packages for the procuring of Utilities equipment and systems for In-house and capital projects.
o Responsibilities include:
Advising A&E and CM on expectations for bid package contents,
Assuring that A/E deliverables truly capture existing conditions and site particularities.
Reviewing A&E deliverables,
Assuring Bid Package Quality and Timely completion.
Assisting CM during Pre-Bid Meeting. Evaluation of Construction Bids.
Approval of the proposed vendor list
Responsible for the development and implementation of the Special Systems strategy
Overall Responsibility for the assigned Utilities system Design of the Facility
• Reviews and approves commissioning protocols associated with Utilities systems and area of expertise.
• Involves Site Engineering teams / SMEs as needed to assure alignment with best practices, equipment platforms, site specifications and standards.
• Involves Global engineering as required for critical design reviews and vendor technical discussions.
• Assist the Project Manager, Engineering personnel & project SMEs in the resolution of discipline related technical questions, RFIs, Client request, Vendor Submittals, etc.
• Owner of the site Engineering specifications as they relate to the Utilities systems. Responsible for the ongoing update and approval for any proposed changes or deviations from the specs.
• Works closely with the CM, project and teams to develop a baseline schedule which supports project completion date.
• Supports CM and CQV team on troubleshooting during start-up / commissioning activities.
• Developing, reviewing and auditing the CMMS data, calibration data sheets, Spare parts requirements, PMs, PdMs, job plans etc. to ensure that all maintenance schedules are designed to deliver compliant, cost effective, efficient reliability-based maintenance programs maximising uptime.
• Performing and facilitating root-cause failure analysis (Cause Mapping) on chronic/critical/high impact failures.
• Ensure the O&M teams have the appropriate training and documentation in place for the smooth operation and fast recovery of the Utilities systems i.e., the appropriate SOPs', WI's, OJT's & eLearning's are in place and updated to reflect system operational knowledge.
• Using the CMMS, carry out periodic review and audit of maintenance reports from Vendors and contractors, develop action plans etc. to address any issues. Raise the issues found with the relevant maintenance teams to ensure the issues are appropriately addressed with CMs/PMs/Pdm etc.
• As Utilities area and system owner support all compliance - complete risk assessments, RCA investigations, identify appropriate CAPAs etc. to ensure no recurrence of issues.
• As Equipment and System owner, be the owner (Final approver) of any change controls associated with the Utilities systems. Final approval of all SLA amendments or initial implementation of SLAs on Utilities systems.
• Partners with Reliability team to support the procurement of spare parts, Final approver of parts change management.
• Engineering owner for the automated engineering systems e.g., BAS, WWTP SCADA, Standalone Black box Utility systems, etc.
• Supporting audits as the System SME as required.
• Establishing high performance standards including development of appropriate metrics to track running costs, performance, efficiency, uptime etc. for all equipment and systems.
• Developing budget estimates for any improvements / modifications / projects related to assigned utility equipment. All improvement works and modifications must be done with sustainability in design at the forefront.
• Developing/implementing new capital project scopes, performing project management for equipment related modification projects on assigned systems as required.
• Developing/implementing an assessment process to ensure the Operations & Maintenance teams, Reliability personnel and service providers working on the site Utilities have the right competency to work on these systems.
• Succession planning via knowledge transfer to the appropriate Reliability & Maintenance Engineering personnel.
• Support the reliability team in running a Utilities forum to capture the overall status of the Utilities systems. Ensure issues identified with risk to business are escalated through the engineering tier process.
• Developing/implementing a system(s) to control the master settings & parameters for all Utilities systems.
• Be an advocate of continuous improvement.
Required Competencies
• Must be a team player prepared to lead, work effectively and efficiently in a team-based environment.
• Proven ability to prioritize maintenance activities and resources to achieve a safe and reliable site with maximum uptime.
• Proven ability to provide solutions that reflect understanding of business objectives and cost implications.
• Experience dealing with external stakeholders including EPA, HSA, Insurers, Fire Authority, Global EHS and Engineering teams, Regulatory Inspectors, and Internal QA Auditors.
• Detailed knowledge and experience in operating and design of Utility equipment and systems.
• Detailed knowledge and experience in the pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical industry, with in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements (safety and quality).
• Experience in troubleshooting and providing SME support for Utilities Systems in a GMP Environment.
• Experience maintaining complex equipment in fast paced environment.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to effectively manage stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence others.
• Problem solver with a focus on achievement of overall project goals.
• Extensive knowledge in the Operation and Maintenance of systems in the pharmaceutical industry using a CMMS.
Qualifications & Experience
• The successful candidate must possess a Bachelor/master's in mechanical engineering discipline.
• At least 4 years' experience working in pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities in a maintenance engineering or utilities role in a similar scale pharmaceutical manufacturing site with 24x7 operations.
• Extensive knowledge of Critical Utilities systems in a pharmaceutical facility such as Boilers, steam generation & distribution, chillers, cooling towers, Fire main, Fire Suppression, softened water, RO, WFI, Chemical dosing, WWTP, HVAC, Coldrooms, Freezers, etc.
• Professional Member of Engineering organization such as IEI or IET with CEng status or on route to become chartered.
• Excellent understanding of Engineering requirements with legal basis including EU Directives, (ATEX, Pressure, Machinery, etc.), Irish Legislation, Life Safety, etc.
• Excellent understanding of Codes and standards for design of new utilities systems or alterations to existing utilities systems.
• Proven success working well in a team environment with flexibility to react to changing business needs.
• Preferably maintenance experience in both Biologics Manufacturing Operations and Critical Utilities
Please note that we are looking for candidates with a combination of experience in HVAC and utilities.
Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.
Please click the link below to apply, call Paul Wheatley on or alternatively send an up-to-date CV to
***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland***