Lead Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer

Planet Pharma

Clayton (NC)

On-site

USD 100,800 - 130,300

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Clayton, NC, is looking for a Lead Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer to oversee engineering projects in the pharmaceutical industry. The ideal candidate will manage design and construction phases while ensuring compliance with GxP standards. A Bachelor's degree in engineering is required along with at least 5 years of relevant experience. The role offers competitive compensation and full-time employment.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field is required.
Minimum of 5 years of related experience preferred.
Experience in the Biotech, Pharmaceutical, or Chemical Industry is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Design low voltage power distribution and motor control systems.
Manage scope, cost, and schedule for assigned duties.
Supervise field contractors during construction.

Skills

Electrical engineering skills

Instrumentation expertise

Project management

Problem solving

GxP compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

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Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer for the pharmaceutical industry.
Will be required to manage assigned scope, cost, and schedule for responsible duties.
Will work in all phases of capital projects: planning, design, procurement, construction and start-up:
Design of low voltage power distribution and motor control.
Responsible for selection and sizing of instrumentation based on P&IDs.
Selects control system hardware based on site standards.
Prepares equipment specifications and bid packages.
Performs vendor & bid evaluations, progress monitoring and attendance of factory acceptance testing.
Responsible to field supervise contractors during construction to ensure safety, quality and schedule.
Responsible for providing contractors answers to questions that arise during construction.
Performs equipment start-up, develops and executes commissioning protocols and prepares turnover packages for the site.
Develops single lines, motor control schematics and loop sheets.
Sizes electrical components based on NFPA 70.
Modifies existing or develops new specifications to meet requirements of project scopes.
Coordinates with other disciplines throughout design, construction and startup.
Provides initial configuration settings for VFDs and Motor Starters.
Communication - Will be responsible for providing communications (verbal/written) within area of responsibility.
Use/demonstrate problem solving skills in order to best support and meet the needs within area of responsibility.
Promotes a collaborative and cooperative environment which embraces the ability to work effectively within teams.
Capable of adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP) - Compliance, Change Control, Quality Oversight, Validation.

Staff Engineer Level

Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
Professional registration and/or certifications as appropriate.
Minimum of 5 years of related experience. Experience in Biotech, Pharmaceutical or Chemical Industry preferred.
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
Professional registration and/or certifications as appropriate.
Minimum of 8 years of experience. Experience in Biotech, Pharmaceutical or Chemical Industry preferred.

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities for Role:

Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer for the pharmaceutical industry.
Will be required to manage assigned scope, cost, and schedule for responsible duties.
Will work in all phases of capital projects: planning, design, procurement, construction and start-up:

Design of low voltage power distribution and motor control.
Responsible for selection and sizing of instrumentation based on P&IDs.
Selects control system hardware based on site standards.
Prepares equipment specifications and bid packages.
Performs vendor & bid evaluations, progress monitoring and attendance of factory acceptance testing.
Responsible to field supervise contractors during construction to ensure safety, quality and schedule.
Responsible for providing contractors answers to questions that arise during construction.
Performs equipment start-up, develops and executes commissioning protocols and prepares turnover packages for the site.
Develops single lines, motor control schematics and loop sheets.
Sizes electrical components based on NFPA 70.
Modifies existing or develops new specifications to meet requirements of project scopes.
Coordinates with other disciplines throughout design, construction and startup.
Provides initial configuration settings for VFDs and Motor Starters.
Communication - Will be responsible for providing communications (verbal/written) within area of responsibility.
Use/demonstrate problem solving skills in order to best support and meet the needs within area of responsibility.
Promotes a collaborative and cooperative environment which embraces the ability to work effectively within teams.
Capable of adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP) - Compliance, Change Control, Quality Oversight, Validation.

Staff Engineer Level

Education and Experience requirements based on level:

Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
Professional registration and/or certifications as appropriate.
Minimum of 5 years of related experience. Experience in Biotech, Pharmaceutical or Chemical Industry preferred.

Principal Engineer Level

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
Professional registration and/or certifications as appropriate.
Minimum of 8 years of experience. Experience in Biotech, Pharmaceutical or Chemical Industry preferred.

Additional Requirements

PE license in NC preferred.
Will require occasional international travel (i.e. Spain, Canada)

Occupational Demands

Work is performed in an office and a laboratory/manufacturing environment. Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms. Exposed to occasional extreme cold below 32* in production areas. Exposure to electrical office and laboratory equipment. Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments, and gloves. Frequently sits for 4-6 hours per day. Stands for 2-4 hours per day. Frequent movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Ability to make precise coordinated movements, of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects. Occasionally walks. Occasionally bends and twists neck and waist. Frequent foot movements. Color perception/discrimination, depth perception and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye. Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 50lbs. Able to communicate complex information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences. Frequently performs routine tasks by following a set of written or oral instructions/procedures.
The Planet Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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