PharmEng Technology
Utilities Engineer - Pharma Manufacturing
PharmEng Technology, Bradley, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced
Utilities Engineer
to support the design, operation, and maintenance of critical utility systems at a leading biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility. This role involves managing a wide range of clean and plant utilities including purified water, clean steam, HVAC, boilers, electrical distribution, fire protection, and ammonia refrigeration systems. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical background, cGMP knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration skills to ensure the reliable and compliant operation of all site utilities. Key Responsibilities: Provide engineering support for utilities including WFI, RO/DI, clean steam, compressed air, chilled water, HVAC, ammonia refrigeration, process gases, and wastewater treatment systems. Ensure operational reliability and regulatory compliance of all systems; support root cause investigations, change controls, CAPAs, and deviations. Lead or support troubleshooting efforts for utility-related equipment; develop and optimize preventative maintenance programs in coordination with the reliability engineering team. Maintain and update technical documents, system drawings, SOPs, and user requirement specifications (URS). Support cross-functional projects and capital improvement efforts; participate in shutdowns, tie-ins, and startup activities. Oversee and support fire protection and alarm systems, solvent gas detection, and electrical control systems; ensure adherence to NFPA, OSHA, and site safety standards. Assist with electrical system support, including short circuit and load studies, coordination analysis, and reviewing electrical single-line diagrams and equipment specs. Monitor performance metrics (KPIs) and drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase reliability and reduce downtime. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field. Minimum 5 years of experience (or 3 years with M.S.) in utility or facility engineering, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry. Working knowledge of electrical distribution (138kV/15kV/480V), fire protection systems, building codes, and CMMS. Experience with cGMP, FDA-regulated environments, and engineering documentation. Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and contractors.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced
Utilities Engineer
to support the design, operation, and maintenance of critical utility systems at a leading biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility. This role involves managing a wide range of clean and plant utilities including purified water, clean steam, HVAC, boilers, electrical distribution, fire protection, and ammonia refrigeration systems. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical background, cGMP knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration skills to ensure the reliable and compliant operation of all site utilities. Key Responsibilities: Provide engineering support for utilities including WFI, RO/DI, clean steam, compressed air, chilled water, HVAC, ammonia refrigeration, process gases, and wastewater treatment systems. Ensure operational reliability and regulatory compliance of all systems; support root cause investigations, change controls, CAPAs, and deviations. Lead or support troubleshooting efforts for utility-related equipment; develop and optimize preventative maintenance programs in coordination with the reliability engineering team. Maintain and update technical documents, system drawings, SOPs, and user requirement specifications (URS). Support cross-functional projects and capital improvement efforts; participate in shutdowns, tie-ins, and startup activities. Oversee and support fire protection and alarm systems, solvent gas detection, and electrical control systems; ensure adherence to NFPA, OSHA, and site safety standards. Assist with electrical system support, including short circuit and load studies, coordination analysis, and reviewing electrical single-line diagrams and equipment specs. Monitor performance metrics (KPIs) and drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase reliability and reduce downtime. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field. Minimum 5 years of experience (or 3 years with M.S.) in utility or facility engineering, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry. Working knowledge of electrical distribution (138kV/15kV/480V), fire protection systems, building codes, and CMMS. Experience with cGMP, FDA-regulated environments, and engineering documentation. Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and contractors.