Facilities Engineer I - SDF

Novo Nordisk; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

14 paid holidays

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

8% 401K contribution

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Novo Nordisk is looking for a utilities engineer to contribute to the establishment of utilities systems at the Durham site. The role involves specification writing, design reviews, and ensuring compliance with Environmental Health & Safety requirements.

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and relevant experience in clean & black utilities. The position offers competitive pay, generous PTO, and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering required.
• 6+ years internal experience in clean & black utilities or similar systems.
• Experience in a manufacturing facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create & maintain system specifications for black & clean utilities.
• Support design, installation, commissioning, qualification activities.
• Ensure alignment with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) regulations.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

cGMP Utilities

Design Drawings (CAD)

Technical Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Associate’s Degree with 6 years experience

Job description

The Position

The purpose of this position is to contribute to the establishment of all utilities systems for the OFP site Durham. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, writing/reviewing specifications; design reviews; equipment installation; commissioning & qualifications; SOP development; maintenance development & training & management of cost, quality & schedule within area of responsibility. Establish & maintain positive working relationship with internal & external engineering team & stakeholders. Accountable to ensure all activities are aligned with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) program requirements.

Relationships

Reports to Senior Manager – OFP.

Essential Functions

• Create & maintain system specifications for black & clean utilities
• Support all design, installation, commissioning, qualification, training activities for black & clean utilities
• Provide additional technical support to project team as required
• Adhere to all quality & environmental regulations within area of responsibility
• Support technical development of facilities technicians after handover to LOB
• Continuous process improvement using cLEAN concepts
• Maintain & establish standards for procedures & maintenance plans
• All safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other accountabilities, as assigned

Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Ability to be on feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. Occasionally performs critical job functions in extremely cold work environments. Occasionally positions oneself within confined spaces for inspection, repair & maintenance of equipment. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. Occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions. Able to pass a driving exam for powered industrial trucks. Does not require a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering or an equivalent combination of education & industry experience required
• With an Associate’s degree in engineering field of study, must have a minimum of six (6) years internal NN experience in clean & black utilities or similar systems required
• Two (2) years of engineering experience in a manufacturing facility preferred
• Knowledge & experience in the operations, maintenance & design of cGMP utilities as well as working in a regulated environment (FDA, cGMP, OSHA) preferred
• Knowledgeable in black utilities system to include chilled water, plant steam, compressed air, vacuum & wastewater management a plus
• Knowledgeable in clean utilities system to include process water, clean steam, process air, vacuum & cryogenic storage a plus
• Ability to read/review design drawings (CAD) with a basic understanding of P&ID, HVAC & electrical systems preferred
• Understanding of technical documents such as URS, SAT, FAT, validation protocols a plus
• Understanding of complicated product documentation & standard operating procedures with attention to high-level concepts a plus
• Computer literacy with associated systems preferred
• Ability to plan, coordinate & prioritize activities to ensure optimal use of resources in the department preferred

Benefits

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

EEO and Accommodation

At Novo Nordisk, we are an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.