Maintenance Engineer (Mechancial)

TAPI; Gajraula; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

TAPI is seeking an experienced Maintenance Lead for its Pharma API operations in India. The role focuses on planning and overseeing preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance across the plant to ensure reliability and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have 10–12 years in Pharma API and a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, with strong leadership and GMP/GxP documentation skills. Join a legacy-driven, safety‑conscious team focused on operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 10-12 years in Pharma API industry.
• B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily preventive, predictive and breakdown maintenance in the plant.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements and safety.
• Prepare, execute and approve relevant GxP documents.
• Supervise maintenance activities for mechanical systems, troubleshoot and optimize.
• Lead mechanical engineering projects, ensure timely completion and quality standards.
• Manage a team of engineers and technicians, provide guidance and ensure workflow.
• Adhere to regulations, safety protocols and PPE requirements.
• Support area manufacturing and new product/process transfer activities.
• Implement systems improvement programs and changes.
• Oversee budgets, procurement of components and resource allocation.
• Approve and update service calls in maintenance module.
• Report unsafe acts, conditions, near misses, and events.
• Participate in safety promotion activities, mock drills and trainings.

Skills

Preventive maintenance planning

Regulatory compliance

GxP documentation

Team leadership

Mechanical maintenance

Education

B.Tech Mechanical

Tools

CMMS

GxP systems

Job description

At TAPI, we’re not just a company—we’re a community committed to advancing health from the core. As the world’s leading supplier of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), we partner with 80% of the top 50 global pharmaceutical companies. With a legacy spanning over 80 years and a portfolio of more than 350 products, as well as custom CDMO services, we’re shaping the future of health worldwide.

Our strength lies in our people—a team of over 4,200 professionals across 13 state-of-the‑art facilities in Italy, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Israel, Mexico, and India. Together, we innovate, solve problems, and deliver excellence. Join us and be part of a mission that transforms lives.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

1. Day to day planning of the routine Preventive, Predictive and breakdown maintenance activity in the plant.
2. Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and workplace safety measures.
3. Prepare, Execute and approve the relevant Gxp Documents.
4. Supervising maintenance activities for mechanical systems, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing performance.
5. Leading mechanical engineering projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards.
6. Managing a team of engineers and technicians, providing guidance, and ensuring efficient workflow.
7. Ensuring adherence to industry regulations, safety protocols, and company policies.
8. Support area manufacturing and new product/process transfer activity.
9. Implementing systems improvement programs and changes.
10. Considered technician/ Engineer name while opening the preventive maintenance service calls in maintenance module.
11. Overseeing budgets, procurement of mechanical components, and resource allocation.
12. Approving & updating the service calls (Preventive maintenance & Breakage calls) in system.
13. Report unsafe acts, conditions, near misses, and events.
14. Participate in Safety Promotion activities, mock drills and Safety Trainings.
15. Follow safety procedures, protocols and adhere to the PPE requirement.
16. Ensure that local and global EHS KPIs are met without any delay.
17. Ensure the availability of ERT trained members and first aid members in each shift.
18. Participate in Risk Assessment and implement the recommendations.

Qualifications

Experience Required: 10-12 Years in Pharma API industry

Qualification: B. Tech Mechanical

Additional Information

Make Your Mark with TAPI

Your journey with TAPI is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact on global health. If you’re ready to lead, innovate, and inspire, we’re excited to welcome you to our team. Together, let’s shape the future of pharmaceuticals.

Our Commitment

At TAPI, we believe great talent comes from many backgrounds and experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where everyone can belong, contribute, and grow. We encourage applications from all individuals who share our curiosity, ambition, and values.