Principal Engineer, Facilities

Boehringer Ingelheim; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim's Athens facility seeks a Principal Engineer, Facilities to lead reliable operation of site utilities and mentor cross-functional teams. The role focuses on water systems, steam, HVAC, gases, chillers, and power, while developing PMs and obsolescence planning to improve uptime and efficiency.

You will manage obsolescence investments and support operations with risk-based lifecycle analyses, root-cause investigations, and change control, ensuring alignment with EHS and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years of maintenance/engineering experience.
• Knowledge of EHS requirements and OSHA preferred.
• Experience with BI processes, policies, and procedures.
• Capability to read mechanical/electrical/automation docs (P&IDs, schematics).
• Experience with FDA/USDA/cGxP regulations and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for reliable operation of site utilities.
• Perform technical analyses of systems for capacity, viability, and sustainable design.
• Lead site obsolescence program and capital project execution.
• Develop and optimize PM scope, calibration, and spare parts inventory.
• Act as SME in capital projects and lead small capital initiatives.
• Lead audit/ CAPA processes within Maintenance.
• Coordinate contractor work and site shutdown planning.

Skills

Maintenance management

Cross-functional collaboration

Project leadership

Analytical thinking

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

SAP

MP2

Visio

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

P&ID interpretation

Job description

Description

The function of Principal Engineer, Facilities is to operate within the Maintenance group in a technical, multi-discipline capacity to support vaccine manufacturing operations at the Athens facility. The Facilities Engineer will be responsible for the maintenance of the site utility system, which includes but is not limited to water systems, Plant steam, Clean Steam Generators, HVAC, compressed air/gases, chillers, and power generators. In addition, the role will be responsible for developing as well as updating procedures and PMs to further improve reliability. This role is also responsible for managing the site proactive obsolescence plan. This includes the execution of required investments as defined by the obsolescence plan as well as supporting those executed by others.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for the reliable operation of all utilities on site
• Technical analysis of the systems, technology fit, capacity and utilization, economic viability, and sustainable design
• Responsible for the site proactive obsolescence program developed to improve uptime and efficiency of site infrastructure through use of life cycle evaluation, criticality analysis, trend evaluation, root cause analysis, failure rate analysis and comparison to industry norms
• Develop and optimize equipment 1) PM scope and frequency, 2) calibration scope and frequency, and 3) spare parts inventory using risk-based methodologies
• Participate as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in capital projects
• Leads small capital projects to improve under-performing or high-risk critical equipment/system
• Leads the execution of Quality and Health/Safety/Environmental audit/initiative related CAPAs
• Leads deviation and change control processes for the Maintenance group
• Supports the execution of maintenance and repairs performed by outside contractors
• Site shutdown planning and coordination efforts

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or related field plus 5 or more years of maintenance/engineering experience
• Understanding of EHS requirements as they relate to the site. OSHA specific knowledge is preferred
• Working knowledge of relevant BI processes and guidelines as well as Site/Local and Corporate Policies and Procedures
• Able to manage a multi-functional disciplines, regulatory environment, conflicting priorities, analysis, and innovation
• Hands on experience with utilities system/equipment (water systems, Plant steam, Clean Steam Generators, HVAC, compressed air/gases, chillers, and power generators)
• Strong team orientation and ability to work cross functionally with various groups such as Safety, Quality, Maintenance, Purchasing, Industrial Development, GI, and Manufacturing
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and automation technical documentation (P&IDs, schematics, ladder logic, etc.) and experience troubleshooting these systems
• Knowledge of risk assessment, root cause investigation, change control, equipment validation
• Ability to execute multi-discipline assignments and ability to master new skills quickly
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and direction
• Ability to communicate information using tact and persuasion as appropriate requiring strong oral and written communication skills, organization, and leadership
• Experience using Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, CMMS (SAP, MP2)
• Ability to lead project teams and apply good project management techniques
• Experience overseeing contractor activities
• Experience using Visio, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD
• Experience with FDA / USDA / cGxP regulations, equipment changes, control practices, and related quality systems

Our Company

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,300 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.

Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com