Engineering Technician

GSK; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GSK is seeking an Engineering Technician to support design, installation, qualification, and optimization of manufacturing equipment at our on-site US facilities. You will work with cross‑functional teams to ensure reliable operation and quality, while embracing hands-on problem solving and continuous learning.

You will contribute to drafting, drawings, documentation control, and project support, enabling efficient, compliant manufacturing in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in Engineering Technology, Drafting, or related field.
• 2+ years drafting/design experience; strong AutoCAD skills.
• Experience with plant/facility engineering and capital projects; document control.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under deadlines.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide drafting support to Project Engineers for design, layout, and modification of process and utility systems.
• Prepare, revise, and maintain engineering drawings (P&IDs, site plans, equipment layouts, HVAC drawings).
• Distribute drawings and documentation to Maintenance and Engineering teams.
• Assist Project Management with administrative and technical tasks for projects.
• Maintain documentation control within SPF with versioning and traceability.
• Participate in training to maintain technical and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Drafting

Engineering drawings

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology

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

Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees.

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 the