Engineering Technician

GlaxoSmithKline; Marietta (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GSK is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the design, installation, qualification, validation, troubleshooting, and optimization of manufacturing equipment on-site in the United States. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure equipment runs efficiently, maintain high-quality standards, and contribute to transforming manufacturing through smart technologies.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, collaboration, and ongoing training to stay compliant with regulatory

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Drafting, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant drafting/design experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD with a solid understanding of engineering drawing standards, practices, and procedures.
• Experience supporting plant or facility engineering and capital project environments; familiarity with document management systems, SmartPlant Foundation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical drafting support to Project Engineers for the design, layout, and modification of process and utility systems.
• Prepare, revise, and maintain engineering drawings, including site plans, P&IDs, equipment layouts, HVAC drawings, plant utility systems, and SOP exhibits.
• Retrieve and distribute drawings, project documentation, and equipment information to Maintenance and Engineering personnel as needed.
• Support the Project Management team with administrative and technical tasks related to engineering projects.
• Manage documentation control and archival processes within the SmartPlant Foundation (SPF) system, ensuring version control, full traceability, and compliance with company standards.
• Participate in required training programs to maintain technical proficiency and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate effectively in a cross-functional, team-based environment while maintaining strong independent work habits.

Skills

Asset Life Cycle Management

Data Integrity

Digital Fluency

GxP Regulations

Lean Management

Manufacturing Technologies

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Problem Solving

Risk Awareness

Standards Compliance

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

SmartPlant Foundation

Revit

Job description

Business Introduction

We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients' needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations it is vital to bringing our innovations to patients as effectively as possible. It is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.

Position Summary

Join us as an Engineering Technician and play a vital role supporting the design, installation, qualification, validation, troubleshooting, and optimization of manufacturing equipment. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure our equipment runs efficiently and reliably, while maintaining high-quality standards. We value hands‑on problem solvers who enjoy learning, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact. Here, you'll find opportunities to grow your skills and contribute to our mission of uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical drafting support to Project Engineers for the design, layout, and modification of process and utility systems.
• Prepare, revise, and maintain engineering drawings, including but not limited to:
  • Site plans
  • Piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)
  • Equipment and facility layouts
  • HVAC system drawings
  • Plant utility systems
  • Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) exhibits
• Retrieve and distribute drawings, project documentation, and equipment information to Maintenance and Engineering personnel as needed.
• Support the Project Management team with administrative and technical tasks related to engineering projects.
• Manage documentation control and archival processes within the SmartPlant Foundation (SPF) system, ensuring:
  • Accurate version control
  • Full document traceability
  • Compliance with company standards and project requirements
• Participate in required training programs to maintain technical proficiency and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate effectively in a cross-functional, team‑based environment while maintaining strong independent work habits.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Drafting, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant drafting/design experience
• Proficiency in AutoCAD with a solid understanding of engineering drawing standards, practices, and procedures.
• Experience supporting plant or facility engineering and capital project environments. Familiarity with document management systems (experience with SmartPlant Foundation preferred). Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, particularly in document control.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast, deadline‑driven environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team‑oriented culture.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in AutoCAD with Revit experience is a plus. Knowledge and experience supporting plant or facility engineering and capital project environments. Familiarity with document management systems (experience with SmartPlant Foundation preferred). Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, particularly in document control. Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team culture.

Work Arrangement

• This role is based on‑site in the United States and will provide you with hands‑on experience in a dynamic, inclusive environment.

Skills

Asset Life Cycle Management, Data Integrity, Digital Fluency, GxP Regulations, Lean Management, Manufacturing Technologies, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Problem Solving, Risk Awareness, Standards Compliance

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

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