Facilities and Utilities Engineer

Perrigouk; Kentucky; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Perrigo is seeking a Facilities & Utilities Engineer to ensure reliable, compliant operation of facility and utility systems at our Kentucky site. You will lead reliability improvements, oversee PLC/SCADA controls, BAS, instrumentation, and energy management in a GMP manufacturing environment.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and EHS to maximize system availability, support product quality, and drive continuous improvement through

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience supporting industrial automation systems including PLCs, SCADA platforms, HMIs, process instrumentation, VFDs, and industrial networks.
• Experience in FDA-regulated pharmaceutical, food, infant formula, consumer healthcare, or GMP manufacturing environments preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline preferred.
• Experience using CMMS systems and SAP PM preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive change.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Promote proactive safety culture and support site safety initiatives.
• Ensure utility systems support manufacturing requirements and product quality.
• Partner with Controls Engineer for PLC/SCADA/HMI and BAS control systems.
• Support boilers, HVAC, water treatment, electrical distribution, and energy management.
• Lead troubleshooting and RCA investigations related to facility and utility systems.
• Develop preventive and predictive maintenance programs with Maintenance and Reliability teams.
• Develop engineering standards, SOPs, PM procedures, and technical documentation.

Job description

At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.

Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to win in self-care.

Description Overview

The Facilities & Utilities Engineer is responsible for supporting the site's infrastructure by ensuring reliable, compliant, efficient, and cost-effective operation of facility and utility systems. This includes PLC controls/networks, facility and utility improvements, and sustainability programs. Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, this role provides technical leadership for facility controls engineering, utility reliability, infrastructure management, energy optimization, sustainability initiatives, and project execution.

The Facilities & Utilities Engineer serves as the site's technical expert for utility and infrastructure systems, partnering closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) teams to maximize system availability, regulatory compliance, energy efficiency, and operational performance.

Scope of the Role

• Promote a proactive safety culture and support all site safety initiatives.
• Ensure utility systems consistently support manufacturing requirements and product quality standards.
• Partnering with the Controls Engineer, serve as the site's technical resource for facility and utility control systems including PLCs, SCADA systems, HMIs, building automation systems (BAS), instrumentation, and industrial communication networks.
• Support critical utility systems including boilers and steam systems, HVAC and building environmental systems, chilled water and refrigeration systems, compressed air systems, electrical distribution and energy management systems, water treatment, and wastewater treatment systems
• Lead troubleshooting and technical investigations involving facility and utility systems.
• Partner with Maintenance and Reliability teams to establish preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and defect elimination activities related to utility and infrastructure failures.
• Identify and implement automation and control system improvements that enhance utility system performance, reliability, energy efficiency, and operational effectiveness.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on facility and utility performance.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, SOPs, PM procedures, and technical documentation.

Experience Required

Education and Experience

• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience supporting industrial automation systems including PLCs, SCADA platforms, HMIs, process instrumentation, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and industrial communication networks.
• Experience within FDA-regulated pharmaceutical, food, infant formula, consumer healthcare, or GMP manufacturing environments preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline preferred.
• Experience utilizing CMMS systems and SAP PM preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to read and interpret control narratives, functional specifications, electrical schematics, loop diagrams, P&IDs, and control panel drawings.
• Advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation capabilities.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive organizational change.
• Ability to support troubleshooting of instrumentation, sensors, networks, and control system-related failures affecting utility reliability and performance.
• Strong communication, coaching, technical leadership, and training skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Work Schedule:

• Monday–Friday
• Availability to support plant operations, emergencies, shutdowns, and critical maintenance activities.
• Occasional off-shift and weekend support may be required.

Benefits
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out morehere

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. #weareperrigo

Nearest Major Market: Dayton
Nearest Secondary Market: Cincinnati