Senior Manager Engineering - Utility Head

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.; Panchmahal District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd in Halol-2 is seeking a Senior Manager Engineering - Utility Lead (Clean & Black Utilities). You will oversee sterile water systems, HVAC and environmental utilities, and drive energy efficiency and regulatory compliance across critical utility assets.

The role demands 15+ years in pharma plant utilities with 5+ years in senior leadership, and a strong track record in budget management and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in pharmaceutical plant utility management.
• 5+ years leading large utility operations in a pharma manufacturing site.
• Experience with Cleanroom/utility systems and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Sterile Water & Steam Systems: oversee high-purity water generation & distribution (WFI, PW, PSG, nitrogen/gas).
• HVAC & Environmental Utilities: support cleanroom HVAC, dehumidifiers, flow balancing & differential pressure in Grades A–D.
• Energy Efficiency & Sustainability: track SEC; implement heat recovery, VSDs, boiler efficiency & ISO 50001 alignment.

Education

B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation Engineering

Job description

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Title: Senior Manager Engineering - Utility Head

Date: Oct 16, 2026

Location: Halol 2 - Plant

Company: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Job Title:

Sr.Manager Engineering - Utility Lead ( Clean & Black Utilities )

Business Unit:

Job Grade

Sr.Manager-2

Location :

Halol-2

At Sun Pharma, we commit to helping you "Create your own sunshine- by fostering an environment where you grow at every step, take charge of your journey and thrive in a supportive community.

Are You Ready to Create Your Own Sunshine?

As you enter the Sun Pharma world, you'll find yourself becoming 'Better every day' through continuous progress. Exhibit self-drive as you 'Take charge' and lead with confidence. Additionally, demonstrate a collaborative spirit, knowing that we 'Thrive together' and support each other's journeys.

Key responsibilities:

• Sterile Water & Steam Systems: Oversight of high-purity water generation and storage/distribution loops-Water for Injection (WFI), Purified Water (PW), Pure Steam Generators (PSG), and sterile Nitrogen/gas distribution.
• HVAC & Environmental Utilities: Support for cleanroom HVAC systems, dehumidifiers, chilled water/hot water flow balancing, and differential pressure regimes across classified zones (Grade A to D).
• Energy Efficiency, Sustainability & Performance Metrics
  • Energy Optimization (SEC): Track record of lowering Specific Energy Consumption (SEC) through heat recovery systems, variable speed drives (VFDs), boiler efficiency improvement, and energy audits (ISO 50001 alignment).
  • Plant Effectiveness & Reliability: Maximizing MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) and minimizing MTTR (Mean Time To Repair) for all critical utility assets to guarantee zero unplanned downtime for sterile production blocks.
  • Downtime Management: Strategic planning and execution of preventive, predictive (vibration, thermography, oil analysis), and breakdown maintenance schedules.
• Regulatory Compliance, Safety & Statutory Approvals
  • Statutory & Regulatory Standards: Ensuring strict compliance with Indian Boiler Regulations (IBR), Pollution Control Board (PCB/GPCB) norms, Factory Rules, and local safety authority guidelines.
  • Pharma Audits & QMS: Full ownership of DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ validation, computerized system validation (CSV / 21 CFR Part 11) for utility PLC/SCADA, and facing global regulatory audits (USFDA, EU GMP, WHO-GMP).
  • EHS & Boiler/Pressure Vessel Safety: Implementation of high safety standards, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols, pressure vessel integrity testing, and chemical handling procedures.
• Team Leadership: Directing, coaching, and upskilling a team of utility managers, shift engineers, boiler operators, and maintenance technicians.
• CAPEX & OPEX Budgeting: Managing annual utility operating budgets, fuel procurement strategies, spare parts inventory control, and executing utility infrastructure upgrade projects.
• Communication & Stakeholder Synergy: Strong cross-functional alignment with Site Manufacturing Heads, Quality Assurance, EHS, and executive leadership.

Job Requirements

Educational Qualification

B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation Engineering

Experience

1. Tenure : 15+ years in pharmaceutical plant utility management, with 5+ years leading large utility operations in a Pharmaceutical manufacturing site.

2. Black Utilities & High-Capacity Heavy Installations

Your Success Matters to Us

At Sun Pharma, your success and well-being are our top priorities! We provide robust benefits and opportunities to foster personal and professional growth. Join us at Sun Pharma, where every day is an opportunity to grow, collaborate, and make a lasting impact. Let's create a brighter future together!

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of incumbent(s).