Utilities Engineer, HVAC, Ammonia & Plant Systems

CSL Plasma Inc.; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Safety programs

Continuous improvement learning opportunities

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company in Kankakee is seeking a Utilities Engineer to oversee design and operational improvement of utility systems. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while managing documentation and cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and over five years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry, focusing on utility systems and biopharmaceutical process operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience as a utilities/facilities engineer with a Bachelor's degree.
• Strong knowledge of utility systems and industry standards.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational improvements of utility systems based on industry trends.
• Manage system documentation including specifications and procedures.
• Ensure cGMP compliance of all utility systems.

Skills

Utility Systems Knowledge

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Engineering Best Practices

Quality Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

Job description

The Utilities Engineer is responsible for oversight of design, engineering, safety and quality support in the following utility equipment systems:Clean Steam, Purified Water, WFI and RO Systems, HVAC Systems, Plant Steam Systems, Co-Generation Units, Process Chillers, Compressed/Process Air, Nitrogen, Ammonia Chillers and Refrigeration Process, Alcohol Distillation and Recovery Process, Process Gases, Natural Gas, Bulk Chemical Distribution, Solvent Gas Detection systems, Fire Alarm, Control and Protection Systems, Electrical Systems, Water, Cooling towers and Waste Treatment systems for the Kankakee facility.This individual will work closely with a cross-functional team to meet the needs of the groups they support.* Role that this position reports to: Sr. Manager, Utilities Engineering* Positions reporting into this role: N/A**Responsibilities:**1.Technical lead accountable for the operational improvement of the utility systems based upon industry trends and emerging technologies:* Responsible for compliance and operational improvement of equipment systems* Provide engineering support to address operational / compliance issues and to ensure equipment is maintained at a level required to provide high reliability maximizing useful life* Implement measures to improve equipment that support utility operations* Provide technical expertise and industry best practices* Lead engineering efforts to resolve equipment and operational problems and ensure problem solving techniques are appropriately utilized* Prepares User Requirements Specifications (URS), Risk Assessments, Safety Assessments and participates in validation activities including review of IQ/OQ protocols, executions and summary reports.* Provide technical support to operations, maintenance, manufacturing, automation, quality assurance, validation, reliability engineering and project engineering.* Support the planning and execution of activities by working in cross-functional teams assisting in driving projects to completion to meet timeline and budget objectives* Manage system documentation including creation, review, updates, and approval of technical specifications, operating procedures, and system drawings.2.Accountable for the Utility Reliability Program:* Execute the maintenance strategy for new and modified equipment* Management of CMMS data integrity and execution of Reliability Centered Maintenance Improvements* Develop preventative maintenance procedures for utility systems in collaboration with the Reliability Engineering department ensuring maintenance programs are implemented* Continuous Improvement of maintenance PM’s, BOM’s and Spare Parts* Review and lead utility equipment replacement as part of the life cycle improvement process and continuous improvement initiative planning.* Oversees reconditioning of the equipment to restore to like-new condition* Performs upgrades to improve safety, operational performance, and extend operational life* Collaborates with local and global partners to develop asset management plan that includes capital requests3.Manage and monitor KPI’s:* Ensure compliance with site and global indicators* Measure and ensure compliant performance in Safety, Quality and Reliability* Demonstrate success of preventative maintenance improvements through performance reports, dashboards and metrics* Utilize control systems to monitor, trend and verify equipment performance and downtime4.Ensure cGMP compliance of all utility systems to meet regulatory compliance:* Equipment is maintained at a level required to provide high reliability maximizing useful life* Review environmental monitoring and laboratory sample release test results* Manage deviations, investigations (CAPA’s and OOT’s) with on-time closure* Safely resolve process problems, improve efficiency, reduce waste, and maximize uptime production* Execute root cause analysis during investigations* Lead investigations as the subject matter expert providing technical expertise for all phases associated with the utility systems* Responsible for the development and maintenance of the utility drawings, flow diagrams and Standard Operational documents.* Perform utility inspections for quality assurance on a periodic basis and initiate any procedures necessary to resolve problems* Responsible for utility inspections (GEMBA’s/audits) for quality assurance on a periodic basis.* Responsible to ensure training, deviations and investigations related to utility systems have on-time closure and KPI performance metrics are met* Responsible for change control activities, the implementation of CAPA items, quality investigations and determine/implement long lasting corrective actions and preventative measures.5.Support scheduled capital project related utility system shutdowns, tie-ins and system startup.6.Demonstrate continuous improvement with respect to increasing job knowledge and proficiency related to biopharmaceutical industry engineering best practices and technologies, as well as technical understanding/problem solving capability.7.Complies with requirements from CSL Behring’s Safety Program, including Health and Safety mandates and OSHA requirements.8.Completes any other duties/responsibilities assigned by senior management.**Additional Responsibilities and Accountabilities (HVAC):**1.Responsible for HVAC cGMP facility design and improvement projects in Cleanrooms, Labs, etc.2.Responsible for review and approval of Building HEPA Certification Filter and Testing Air Balance reports ensuring compliance to regulatory and industry standards (ISO).3.Technical expertise in all systems (GMP and non-GMP HVAC and ancillary systems associated within their operations), understanding their applications in pharmaceutical manufacturing, understanding pressure cascade, flow charts and process parameters.4.Assess HVAC equipment and prepare required reports.**Additional Responsibilities and Accountabilities (Clean System):**1.Responsible for providing engineering expertise to support the design, installation, commissioning, validation and operation of the Clean Utility systems. 2.Play an essential leadership role in support of the operation on project support activities. 3.Responsible for the Clean Utility generation and distribution systems across the site. These systems include clean steam, purified water, clean air, WFI, clean gases and other ancillary equipment 4.Responsible for the quality requirements and the applicable regulatory standards, such as USP, EU and JP. 5.Technical lead in engineering, with a focus on pharmaceutical utility systems, industry best practices, and emerging technologies related to utility systems requirements.**Qualifications:*** Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred or B.S. degree in an Engineering related field.* 5+ years' experience as a utilities/facilities engineer with BS; 3+ years' experience as a utilities/facilities engineer with MS.* Must possess basic knowledge of core principles in various engineering disciplines (fluid mechanics, heat transfer, thermodynamics etc.)* Strong knowledge of utility systems (Clean and Plant Utility Systems)* Strong knowledge of industry standards and guidelines such as ASME BPE, ISPE Baseline Guides, USP, EU GMP, ISO standards and CFR’s.* Must have experience with mid-to-large capital projects for the pharmaceutical industry.* Knowledge of biopharmaceutical process operation and process control, utility and mechanical systems (pumps, valves, materials).* Working knowledge of pharmaceutical process sanitary connections, valves and supply loops.* Experience with Quality Management and Change Control Systems.* Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).* Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in collaborative and independent work situations and environments with minimal supervision.* Demonstrated