Engineer - Utility

SCHOTT Poonawalla; Vapi; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in India is seeking a Utilities Engineer responsible for ensuring the operation and maintenance of critical water systems. The successful candidate will have 3-6 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry and must be well-versed in GMP compliance. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance and liaising with vendors for service upgrades. This is a full-time position based in Silvassa, Daman and Diu, India.

Qualifications

• 3 – 6 years of experience in the pharmaceutical (Sterile) or medical device industry.
• Knowledge of sanitization/sterilization of water systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth operation & preventive maintenance of critical water systems.
• Liaise with equipment vendors for servicing & upgrades.
• Conduct sampling & testing coordination for microbial & chemical parameters.
• Maintain GMP-compliant records for calibration and maintenance.

Skills

Operation of WFI systems

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting of water systems

GMP compliance

Education

BE/BTech – Mechanical / Electrical

Job description

Utilities Engineer

This role is responsible for ensuring the reliable, safe, and compliant operation of all critical water systems including WFI, Purified Water, and related utilities, through systematic monitoring, preventive maintenance, and strict adherence to GMP, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth operation & preventive maintenance of WFI, purified water, PSG, HSRO & CSRO systems.
• Liaise with equipment vendors for AMC, servicing & upgrades.
• Ensure the smooth operation & calibration is conducted as per the SOP/ EOP.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs & regulatory requirements (FDA, UE, WHO).
• Maintain GMP‑compliant records (logbooks, calibration, maintenance).
• Handle change controls, deviations, CAPA & risk assessments related to water systems.
• Participate in internal & external audits & ensure timely closure of observations.
• Support requalification & validation activities.
• Conduct sampling & testing coordination for microbial & chemical parameters.
• Follow EHS guidelines & ensure safe operations.

Education Qualification & Experience

• BE/BTech – Mechanical / Electrical
• 3 – 6 years of experience in pharmaceutical (Sterile)/ medical device industry only

Essential Area of Knowledge

• Must have knowledge and experience in operation, troubleshooting & preventive maintenance & sanitization/sterilization of pre & post treatment of water systems (WFI, PW, HSRO, PSG, CSRO, generation & distribution system).

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Industries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Location

Silvassa, Daman and Diu, India