Calibration Engineer

Germer International - Pharmaceutical Recruiting; Ramsey (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Germer International - Pharmaceutical Recruiting seeks a field calibration technician to service pharmaceutical equipment at customer sites across the region. The role requires calibration of pneumatic and electronic control instruments in accordance with FDA and NIST standards, with up to 80% travel (mostly overnight).

A two-year degree or equivalent experience is required. The candidate should read electrical and pneumatic schematics, be computer literate, and have basic PLC knowledge.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree in engineering technology or 5 to 7 years of related experience.
• Calibration experience with temperature, air flow, pressure and moisture sensing instrumentation; PLCs and computers; and control system components.
• Knowledge of pharmacy process equipment; OSHA/NEC/NFPA guidelines; ARC Flash training.
• Must possess a valid driver's license; able to work while standing on ladder; confined space training.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled instrument calibration at customer sites and in pharma division, following written calibration procedures.
• Add calibration records to database and prepare calibration certificates; maintain records.
• Coordinate calibration activities with Pharma division and schedule travel as needed.
• Make travel arrangements for customer visits according to schedule; prepare for upcoming calibrations.
• Prepare field visit documents: calibration reports, field reports, labor logs, expense reports.
• Maintain current certification of all NIST traceable calibration standards.
• Assist in maintenance, calibration, and repair of in-house equipment, utilities, and BAS system.
• Stay current with SOP trainings; suggest improvements to calibration procedures.
• Present a professional image to staff and clients; contribute to revenues and growth.
• Maintain an organized work area; perform other duties as needed.

Education

Two-year degree in engineering technology

Tools

Database

BAS systems

Job description

Travel requirement is up to 80% (half of it local, rest overnight) to customer sites to provide instrument calibration, preventative maintenance, diagnosis, and repair services on equipment. Perform calibration of pneumatic and electronic control instruments consistent with FDA and NIST standards. Support GAT Pharmaceutical Services

Division with calibration of instrumentation. Experience required in reading and interpreting electric and pneumatic schematics. Computer literacy is a must; some experience in working with database is desirable.

General Information:

Two-year degree in engineering technology or 5 to 7 years of related experience. Technical skills required: calibration experience with temperature, air flow, pressure and moisture sensing instrumentation; basic knowledge of PLC’s, computers, and control system components; and a comprehensive knowledge of pharmaceutical process equipment. Must posses a valid driver’s license. Knowledge of OSHA and NEC/NFPA guidelines required; ARC Flash training will be required. Must be able to work while standing on ladder. Knowledge or previous training in confined space entry is required for potential entry into confined spaces within supplied equipment under customer supervision.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Perform scheduled instrument calibration at customer sites and in pharma division. Instrument calibrations are to be done in accordance with written calibration procedures.
• Add calibration records to database and prepare calibration certificates. Maintain database records up to date.
• Proactively follow schedule for Pharma division and customer equipment calibration. Coordinate calibration activities with Pharma division.
• Make travel arrangements for customer visits according to the schedule. Arrange for all the items necessary for the upcoming calibrations.
• Prepare documents of field visits in a timely and professional manner. This will include calibration reports, field reports, daily labor logs and expense reports
• Maintain current certification of all individual and departmental NIST traceable calibration standards.
• Assist our Pharmaceutical Services Division in the maintenance, calibration, and repair of in house equipment, utilities and BAS system.
• Stay current with all SOP trainings. Recommend improvements in calibration procedures to improve efficiency.
• Establish, maintain, and enhance client relations to encourage them to maintain or purchase a calibration/preventive maintenance contract.
• Present at all times a professional and highly competent image to staff members and clients so as to instill confidence, respect and a desire to perform in a team environment, thereby enhancing revenues and advancing the growth
• Maintain an organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.