STW Mechanic - 176114

Piper Companies; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking a CQV STW Maintenance Technician to join a leading biopharmaceutical manufacturing organization in Holly Springs, NC for a 12-month, fully onsite contract. The role focuses on bringing critical utility and process systems online and preparing them for commissioning and qualification in a large-scale production environment.

Responsibilities include startup and turnover activities, system walkdowns with P&IDs, supporting energization, diagnosing mechanical issues, and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years hands-on industrial or mechanical experience in a regulated/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and perform system walkdowns independently.
• Experience with energized systems, tools, and basic mechanical repairs.

Responsibilities

• Execute startup and turnover activities to bring systems online after mechanical completion.
• Perform system walkdowns using P&IDs and support energization and pre-commissioning.
• Identify and resolve mechanical issues such as leaks and valve malfunctions.
• Coordinate readiness with engineers and cross-functional teams.
• Document activities, manage punch lists, and ensure safety/compliance.

Skills

Industrial experience

Engineering drawing interpretation

System walkdowns

Safety/compliance

OSHA certification

Scissor lifts operation

Tools

P&IDs

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking a CQV STW Maintenance Technician to join a leading biopharmaceutical manufacturing organization for a 12-month, fully onsite contract position located in Holly Springs, NC. The CQV STW Maintenance Technician will play a key role in bringing critical systems online and preparing them for commissioning and qualification within a large-scale production environment.

Responsibilities for the CQV STW Maintenance Technician:

• Execute startup and turnover activities to safely bring utility and process systems online following mechanical completion
• Perform system walkdowns using P&IDs, supporting energization, loop checks, and pre-commissioning activities
• Identify and resolve mechanical issues such as leaks, valve malfunctions, and equipment deficiencies
• Partner with engineers and cross-functional teams to coordinate system readiness and support calibration efforts
• Document activities, manage punch list items, and ensure adherence to safety and compliance standards

Qualifications for the CQV STW Maintenance Technician:

• At least 3–5 years of hands‑on industrial or mechanical experience in a regulated or manufacturing environment
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and perform system walkdowns independently
• Experience working with energized systems, tools, and basic mechanical repairs
• Strong understanding of workplace safety practices; OSHA or similar certifications are a plus
• Comfortable performing physical work and operating equipment such as scissor lifts (training provided if needed)

Compensation for the CQV STW Maintenance Technician:

Salary Range: $70,000-$85,000/year (USD)

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, sick leave if required by law, and 401K

This job opens for applications on 9/30/26. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords: CQV, commissioning, qualification, startup, turnover, maintenance technician, mechanical systems, P&ID, utilities, calibration, loop checks, industrial manufacturing, pharma, bioprocessing, troubleshooting, equipment repair, safety compliance, GMP environment, engineering support, system energization, construction turnover, pre‑commissioning, project support, technical operations, field technician, mechanical aptitude

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