Sr. Plant Engineer

USA - 3390 Baxalta U.S., Inc.; Social Circle (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda in Social Circle, GA is seeking a Sr. Utilities Engineer to support plant utility systems across cooling towers, boilers, HVAC, water and gas distribution.

You will troubleshoot, optimize reliability, and lead projects from concept to implementation in a hands-on manufacturing environment. You will collaborate with Maintenance, Operations, Quality, Automation, Validation, Reliability Engineering and EH&S to improve site performance, reduce energy use, and ensure cGMP compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with plant utilities or dark/gray utilities preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read P&IDs and schematics.
• Knowledge of cGMP, OSHA, EPA is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support and troubleshooting for plant utility systems (cooling towers, boilers, HVAC, water, gases).
• Monitor system performance and develop reliability improvements.
• Lead or support studies, specs, design packages, and capital projects.

Skills

Plant utilities

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

P&IDs reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CMMS

BMS

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

About the Role As a Sr. Utilities Engineer, you will serve as a key technical resource for the plant utility systems that support safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations at Takeda’s Social Circle, Georgia site. You’ll provide hands‑on engineering support, troubleshoot utility systems, improve equipment reliability, and develop practical solutions to keep the site operating at its best. This role is ideal for an engineer with experience in plant utilities, facility systems, or “dark/gray utilities” who enjoys working in an operational manufacturing environment. You’ll partner closely with Maintenance, Manufacturing, Operations, Quality, Automation, Validation, Reliability Engineering, and EH&S to solve problems and improve site performance. You’ll also support capital projects, continuous improvement, energy and water reduction initiatives, and sustainability efforts. While sustainability is an important component of the role, the primary focus is on strong plant‑utilities and operational engineering expertise.

How You Will Contribute

• Provide engineering support and troubleshooting for critical plant utility systems, including cooling towers, chillers, boilers, HVAC, water systems, compressed air, process gases, and related distribution systems.
• Monitor system performance, analyze operational data, and develop solutions to improve reliability, capacity, efficiency, maintainability, and manufacturing continuity.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Manufacturing, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Validation, Automation, Reliability Engineering, and EH&S to resolve issues and support site priorities.
• Lead or support engineering studies, equipment specifications, system assessments, design packages, and capital projects from concept through implementation.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance strategies, asset reliability programs, root cause investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to reduce energy and water consumption, waste, downtime, and operating costs, while supporting site sustainability goals and utility optimization.
• Support commissioning, qualification, validation, change controls, SOPs, P&IDs, specifications, and other technical documentation as required.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, and technical service providers to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project and site requirements.
• Serve as a technical SME for assigned utility systems, maintaining knowledge of applicable engineering standards, industry best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Respond to occasional after‑hours or weekend utility needs to support the site’s 24/7 manufacturing operation.

What You Bring to Takeda

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required, preferably Mechanical, Chemical, or a related discipline, with 3+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience with plant utilities, facility utilities, or “dark/gray utilities”, particularly systems such as chillers, cooling towers, boilers, HVAC, or related hydraulic systems.
• Experience supporting utilities or facility systems in an operational manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Pharmaceutical experience is a plus but not required; relevant experience from other manufacturing industries will be considered.
• Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to develop practical, cost‑effective engineering solutions.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, process flow diagrams, utility schematics, equipment specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Experience with capital projects, equipment modifications, system assessments, or facility expansions preferred.
• Familiarity with CMMS, BMS, process control systems, and/or utility management systems preferred.
• Experience with equipment from manufacturers such as Cleaver‑Brooks, Trane, or Johnson Controls (JCI) is a plus.
• Knowledge of cGMP, ASME, OSHA, EPA, ISPE, or other applicable industry standards preferred.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Reliability Engineering, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate, influence, explain technical concepts, and work effectively across functions.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach with the ability to take ownership, work independently, manage multiple priorities, and drive issues through resolution.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools such as Microsoft Project preferred.

Important Considerations

• Work in a combination of office‑based and field environments, including routine walking throughout manufacturing and utility areas to assess equipment and facility conditions.
• Work in varying environmental conditions, including cold, hot, noisy, and wet utility and production areas.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hats, and safety footwear in designated areas.
• Access mechanical spaces and climb ladders as required to support equipment inspections, troubleshooting, and project activities.
• Work in controlled manufacturing and cleanroom environments requiring compliance with applicable gowning and contamination‑control requirements, including restrictions on jewelry, cosmetics, nail products, and other prohibited items.
• Support a 24/7 manufacturing operation, including occasional off‑shift activities, nights, weekends, or holidays as needed. These situations are expected to be occasional rather than a regular weekend schedule.
• Work with contractors, vendors, equipment suppliers, and other external partners while ensuring applicable safety and quality requirements are followed.
• Travel occasionally for training, project support, vendor visits, or professional development activities (less than 5%).
• Speak, read, write, and follow detailed written and oral instructions in English.
• Follow all applicable cGMP, OSHA, EPA, environmental, health, safety, and site requirements.

More About Us

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best‑in‑class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient‑focused company that inspires and empowers you to grow through life‑changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. For Location: USA - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278 U.S. Base Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $141,240.00 The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Locations USA - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278 Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Job Exempt Yes

Takeda is an industry‑leading, global pharmaceutical company with an unwavering dedication to putting patients at the center of everything we do. We live our values of Takeda‑ism – Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance – and are united by our mission to strive towards Better Health and a Brighter Future for people worldwide through leading innovation in medicine. Here, everyone matters and you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission. At Takeda, you will make an impact on people’s lives – including your own.

Takeda is an equal opportunity employer.