Pharma CQV Industrial Maintenance Technician

Piper Companies; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 48,216 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to support a pharmaceutical startup project onsite in Holly Springs, NC. You will assist with startup, commissioning, qualification, and mechanical readiness for critical process and utility systems.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, calibrations, and system walkdowns, collaborating with engineers and CQV teams to meet project milestones and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No college degree required.
• Experience performing mechanical maintenance, commissioning, qualification, construction, industrial maintenance, or related field work.
• Ability to read and walk down P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams).
• Experience using common hand and power tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on, field-based work.
• Understanding of piping systems, valves, pumps, and process equipment preferred.
• Pharmaceutical, biotech, life sciences, or regulated manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to work safely in an active construction and startup environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with engineering and commissioning teams.
• Open to candidates with a few years of experience as well as seasoned professionals.
• Software or automation experience is not required.
• Willingness to complete site-provided training, including scissor lift certification.

Responsibilities

• Support commissioning and qualification activities for bioreactors, water systems, process equipment, and utility systems.
• Perform mechanical troubleshooting and repairs, including correcting system deficiencies, repairing leaks, and verifying valve positions.
• Execute system walkdowns and verify equipment installation against P&IDs and design documentation.
• Assist with equipment calibrations and functional testing to ensure systems are ready for operation.
• Support the integration and startup of automated systems by ensuring mechanical and process equipment are functioning properly.
• Work closely with engineers, mechanics, and CQV personnel to identify and resolve startup and commissioning issues.
• Utilize hand and power tools to perform equipment adjustments, repairs, and system modifications as needed.
• Participate in commissioning, turnover, startup, and qualification activities to support project milestones.
• Maintain compliance with site safety requirements and industry best practices.
• Document completed activities and communicate system status updates to project stakeholders.

Skills

Reading P&IDs

Hand tools

Power tools

Mechanical troubleshooting

Safety culture

Collaborative teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to support a pharmaceutical startup project onsite in Holly Springs, NC. You will assist with startup, commissioning, qualification, and mechanical readiness for critical process and utility systems.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, calibrations, and system walkdowns, collaborating with engineers and CQV teams to meet project milestones and safety standards.