2027 Summer Co op Utility Engineering Swiftwater PA

Sanofi; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Sanofi is seeking a highly motivated Summer Co-op to join the Utility Engineering team in Swiftwater, PA, for a 6‑month program.

You will contribute to preventive and predictive maintenance plans for GMP process equipment, with fieldwork 25–40% and hands-on learning in a cGMP environment, SAP ERP, and engineering documentation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in chemical, mechanical, biomedical, electrical, or related fields.
• Must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. and not require visa sponsorship.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university for the duration of the co-op/internship.
• Must relocate to Swiftwater, PA and work 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday.

Responsibilities

• Conduct criticality and gap assessments for utility equipment and components.
• Develop and analyze historical maintenance trends for periodic reviews.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and document deviations.
• Investigate failures and contribute to investigation reports.
• Support changes through Change Control and CAPA processes.
• Update drawings and procedures to reflect current status.
• Source replacement parts for critical equipment.
• Capture user requirements for utility systems and equipment.
• Conduct walkdowns to assess condition and performance.
• Maintain spare parts lists for assigned equipment.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Documentation

Team player

MS Office

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: 2027 Summer Co-op Utility Engineering

• Grade: Co-op

• Location: Swiftwater, PA

• Duration: 6 months

About the Job

Looking to launch your career at the cutting edge of healthcare? Join Sanofi for a chance to develop with mentoring and guidance from inspirational leaders while helping to make an impact on the lives of countless people worldwide. We are seeking a highly motivated Summer Co-op to join our Utility Engineering team.

You will join the Manufacturing and Supply Engineering and Maintenance department as an active member of the Utility Engineering team. In this role, you will help develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance plans for GMP pharmaceutical process equipment, aligned with manufacturer recommendations, industry standards, and process requirements.

You will spend 25–40% of your time working in the field alongside experienced engineers and maintenance professionals. Through mentoring, coaching, and hands‑on collaboration, you will gain a deep understanding of how utility systems, components, and sub‑systems operate within an active cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practice) manufacturing environment.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, support site‑wide initiatives, and complete all required GMP and GXP training. You will also develop practical skills in reading and interpreting maintenance job plans, engineering specifications, and schematics, and gain working knowledge of the SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system — experience that will strengthen your future career in engineering.

Ready to grow your skills while helping shape the future of healthcare? At Sanofi, you’ll be empowered to learn, ask questions, and bring your ideas to life – all while supported by inspiring mentors and collaborative teams.

About Sanofi

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct criticality and gap assessments for utility equipment and components

• Develop and analyze historical maintenance trends to support periodic equipment reviews

• Troubleshoot equipment issues and assist in the documentation of deviations

• Investigate utility equipment‑related failures and contribute to formal investigation reports

• Support implementation of equipment changes through the Change Control and CAPA processes

• Update engineering drawings and technical procedures to reflect current equipment status

• Specify and source replacement parts for critical equipment

• Capture and document user requirements for utility systems and equipment

• Conduct utility equipment walkdowns to assess condition and performance

• Define and maintain spare parts lists for assigned equipment

About you

Basic Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Biomedical, Electrical, or related fields.

• Must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. and not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually require future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the Internal requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long‑term status that does not require company sponsorship.

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university throughout the duration of the co‑op/internship.

• Must be able to relocate to the office location and work 40hrs/week, Monday to Friday for the full duration of the co‑op/internship.

PreferredQualifications:

• Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Strong documentation skills with attention to accuracy and detail

• Familiarity with mechanical systems, automation technologies, or process equipment

• Professional Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities

• Self‑starter who works effectively both independently and within a team

• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment

• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

• Clear and professional communicator with employees, contractors, and vendors

• Eager to learn and adaptable to new challenges

Why Choose Us

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future focused team.

• Stretch your skills through apprenticeships, internships, graduate programs, and international experiences that grow with you.

• Learn from inspiring mentors and collaborative teams while contributing to real projects that shape the future of healthcare.

• Build your future with access to the latest tools, digital innovation, and continuous learning that keep you ahead of the curve.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is$27.00 - $35.00 USD hourly. All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience.

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