Maintenance Engineer

US Pharma Lab; North Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

USPL in North Brunswick, NJ, seeks a Maintenance Engineer to develop and implement field projects, procure/install new equipment, and troubleshoot packaging lines. You will work under the Plant Engineer and Engineering Manager, coordinating contractors and guiding the maintenance and facilities team on new and existing projects.

This role requires PLC-based instrumentation expertise, strong preventive maintenance knowledge, and experience reading engineering drawings.

Qualifications

• BS/MS degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering.
• 5+ years of building engineering/maintenance experience.
• Trained and knowledgeable about PLC based instrumentation and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Optimize the reliability of assets by implementing proactive maintenance strategies.
• Perform electrical and mechanical repairs on equipment to decrease downtime.
• Coordinate with maintenance, operations, and production teams for improvement.
• Review drawings and blueprints and provide feedback to Engineering management.
• Work safely and comply with training requirements and policies.

Skills

PLC instrumentation

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Project coordination

Preventive maintenance

Reading blueprints

Education

BS/MS in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering

5+ years manufacturing/maintenance experience

Tools

SysPro

SAP

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Role Overview

The Maintenance Engineer will work under the direct supervision of the Plant Engineer and Engineering Manager. The Engineer handles responsibilities that include development and implementation of various field projects from construction to infrastructure, new equipment procurement/installations and repairs , development and implementation of plant maintenance procedures and ongoing troubleshooting. The Engineer will coordinate support contractors and w ork with the maintenance and facilities team on new and existing projects and provide guidance where needed.

Job Description

Date

01/24

Location

1300 Airport Road, North Brunswick NJ

Title

Maintenance, Engineer

Department

Engineering & Maintenance

Reports to

Manager, Engineering & Maintenance

FLSA (Exempt or Non-Exempt)

Exempt

Role Overview

The Maintenance Engineer will work under the direct supervision of the Plant Engineer and Engineering Manager. The Engineer handles responsibilities that include development and implementation of various field projects from construction to infrastructure, new equipment procurement/installations and repairs , development and implementation of plant maintenance procedures and ongoing troubleshooting. The Engineer will coordinate support contractors and w ork with the maintenance and facilities team on new and existing projects and provide guidance where needed.

This Engineer will u tilize industrial programmable logic controllers (PLCs) to diagnose equipment failures and possess special training to restore facilities and/or manufacturing and packaging equipment to operational status. He/She will perform assessments/evaluations of Packaging equipment for efficiencies, proposes upgrades of existing equipment or new equipment for better efficiencies, and safe operations. Performs evaluation of facilities and utilities to accommodate new Packaging projects. Review drawings and blueprints as required.

Areas of Responsibility

• Optimize the reliability of assets by implementing advanced proactive maintenance strategies
• Evaluates equipment breakdown for corrective actions while maintaining department documentation.
• Perform electrical and mechanical repairs on equipment in an efficient manner to decrease downtime.
• Assists with equipment evaluation to improve performance, modify to enhance production, or suggest new equipment for process improvement and efficiency.
• Collaborate with members of maintenance, operations, and production to improve the organization’s bottom line.
• Provides direct day-to-day support and oversight of project elements and engineering activities
• Visits project sites/areas to answer contractor questions on behalf of the supervising engineer and serves as liaisons between engineering and construction personnel
• Develops project schedules and deliverable timelines under the supervision of engineering manager or plant engineer
• Reviews blueprints, drawings and plans from external agencies and provides feedback to Engineering management.
• Works in a safe and responsible manner to create an injury-free and incident-free workplace.
• Complies with all job-related safety and other training requirements.
• Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Responsibilities Including Safety

• Works in a safe and responsible manner to create an injury-free and incident-free workplace.
• Complies with all job-related safety and other training requirements.
• Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.

Education & Qualification:

• BS/MS degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering
• 5+years of experience in building engineering/maintenance work. Specific experience in pharmaceutical/nutraceutical environment is a plus.
• Trained and knowledgeable about PLC based instrumentation and control systems.

Certifications, Licenses, Credentials

• Certifications to diagnose and repair specific types of equipment.

Skills & Ability

• Be current with the latest pharmaceutical /nutraceutical manufacturing equipment, facilities and utilities; inclusive of their design, installation, and operation.
• Working knowledge of cGMP's as they relate to a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.
• Knowledge of industrial maintenance practices, with a demonstrated understanding of preventive maintenance through job experience and course work
• Technical writing and excellent communication skills as they relate to a manufacturing environment; able to read, write and speak English effectively.
• Able to read engineering drawings, blueprints and service manuals and possesses effective drafting /project planning skills.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (SysPro, SAP); proficiency in MS Word and Excel
• Ability to communicate with teammates to understand their needs and convert them into solutions.
• Successfully perform mathematical and physics calculations under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Strong problem-solving skills to devise technical and creative solutions for any issues that may arise during operations.
• Solid judgment with ability to make good decisions.
• Ability to interact effectively with different departments and with all levels of management.
• Work effectively in high pressure situations, change activity frequently, and cope with interruptions.

Physical Requirements (lifting, Etc.)

• Work is regularly performed inside a manufacturing environment where temperatures can be

moderate, exposure to dust, odors, noise, and fumes. The noise level is usually moderate.

Work Environment (Office, Warehouse, Temperature Extremes, Etc.)

• Work is regularly performed inside a manufacturing environment where temperatures can be moderate, exposure to dust, odors, noise, and fumes. The noise level is usually moderate. Employees can be exposed daily to chemicals and cleaning agents.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the job responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions. In addition, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

USPL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.

Benefits And Compensation

Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of USPL. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan. Employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, sick time, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 10 days of vacation the first year, which grows to 12 days starting the second year of employment.

Job Description Acknowledgement

I have read and understand the job requirements, responsibilities, and expectations set forth in the job description provided for my position. I attest that I can perform the essential job functions as outlined with or without any reasonable accommodations.