Utilities Engineer Intern

MSD Malaysia; Ballinacurra; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

MSD Malaysia seeks a motivated Utilities Engineer Intern to join our engineering team at a leading multinational pharmaceutical manufacturing site. This internship provides hands-on experience supporting critical utility systems that enable safe, compliant, and reliable GMP manufacturing.

You will work with Utilities Engineers, Maintenance, Operations, Quality and EHS to operate, maintain, optimize and continuously improve site utilities while gaining exposure to GMP, regulatory standards and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in an engineering discipline with strong academic record.
• Interest in engineering within a manufacturing environment and GMP context.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operation and monitoring of site utility systems (Clean Utilities, HVAC, Compressed Air, Water, Steam, Black Utilities).
• Assist Utilities Engineers in troubleshooting equipment and system performance issues.
• Participate in preventive and predictive maintenance activities to improve asset reliability and uptime.
• Support energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives including utility consumption analysis.
• Assist with engineering projects from concept through implementation, including design reviews, commissioning, qualification, and startup activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, environmental, and quality compliance.
• Contribute to safety audits, risk assessments, and incident prevention initiatives.

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Data Analytics

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Process Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Utilities Engineer Intern We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Utilities Engineer Intern to join our Engineering team at a leading multinational pharmaceutical manufacturing site. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting critical utility systems that enable the safe, compliant, and reliable manufacture of pharmaceutical products. The successful candidate will work closely with Utilities Engineers, Maintenance, Operations, Quality, and EHS teams to support the operation, maintenance, optimization, and continuous improvement of site utility systems, while gaining exposure to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), pharmaceutical regulations, and world-class engineering standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operation and monitoring of site utility systems, including:
  • Clean Utilities (Purified Water, WFI, Clean Steam)
  • HVAC systems
  • Compressed Air Systems
  • Water Systems
  • Steam and Condensate Systems
  • Black Utilities
• Assist Utilities Engineers in troubleshooting equipment and system performance issues.
• Participate in preventive and predictive maintenance activities to improve asset reliability and uptime.
• Support energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives, including utility consumption analysis and identification of improvement opportunities.
• Assist with engineering projects from concept through implementation, including design reviews, commissioning, qualification, and startup activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Actively contribute to a positive safety culture by participating in safety audits, risk assessments, and incident prevention initiatives.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Process Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Or a related engineering discipline
• Strong academic record and interest in engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and data analysis techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong focus on safety and continuous improvement.

What You Will Gain

Hands-on experience within a world-class pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.

Exposure to critical utilities and clean utility systems supporting GMP operations.

Experience working alongside experienced engineering professionals.

Practical insight into pharmaceutical manufacturing, compliance, and engineering best practices.

Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that support operational excellence, sustainability, and patient supply.

Required Skills

• Analytical Problem Solving
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Change Control Processes
• Clinical Research
• Data Analytics
• Database Management
• Data Entry
• Data Visualization
• Document Management
• Electromechanical Engineering
• Energy Marketing
• Engineering Document Management
• GMP Compliance
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Health Economics
• Office Applications
• Operational Excellence
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• Preventive Action
• Process Improvements
• Project Management
• Reporting and Analysis
• Sustainability Initiatives
• Teamwork
• Technical Support {+ 2 more}

Employment Details

• Employee Status: Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)
• Relocation: No relocation
• VISA Sponsorship: No
• Travel Requirements: No Travel Required
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable
• Shift: Not Indicated
• Valid Driving License: No
• Hazardous Material(s): N/A

Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.