Utility Engineer

Siegfried; Pennsville Township (NJ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Siegfried USA in Pennsville, NJ is seeking an experienced Utility Engineer to maintain and optimize site utility systems, including steam, condensate, chilled water, HVAC, nitrogen, and purified water. You will collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, SHE, and vendors to ensure safe, compliant operation and timely capital projects.

The role emphasizes reliability, cGMP compliance, and continual improvement, with opportunities to lead maintenance strategies, support change control,

Qualifications

• BS degree in mechanical, chemical, electrical engineering or related technical field.
• 3–5 years of experience in utility engineering or related manufacturing field.
• Experience with industrial utility systems (steam, condensate, chilled water, cooling water, compressed air, nitrogen, purified water, wastewater, HVAC).
• Experience reading P&IDs and equipment drawings; CMMS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides engineering support for site utility systems including steam, condensate, chilled water, cooling water, plant air, nitrogen, purified water, wastewater, HVAC, and related distribution systems.
• Monitors utility system performance and identifies opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, safety, and compliance.
• Supports troubleshooting of utility system failures, process interruptions, and recurring equipment issues.
• Develops and implements corrective and preventive actions to reduce utility-related downtime and operational risk.
• Reviews and optimizes preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for utility equipment and infrastructure.
• Supports capital and expense projects by providing utility engineering input on scope, design, equipment selection, installation, commissioning, and turnover.
• Reviews utility system drawings, P&IDs, specifications, equipment documentation, and maintenance records for accuracy and completeness.
• Assists with utility system capacity evaluations, risk assessments, and long-term infrastructure planning.
• Works with Maintenance and Operations to prioritize utility work, coordinate system outages, and support shutdown planning.
• Supports investigation of utility-related deviations, incidents, failures, and compliance concerns.
• Ensures utility systems are maintained in accordance with applicable cGMP, SHE, regulatory, and engineering standards.
• Supports change control, management of change, commissioning, qualification, and documentation activities as required.
• Coordinates with vendors, contractors, and service providers to support inspections, repairs, testing, and improvement projects.
• Identifies opportunities for energy reduction, water conservation, waste reduction, and utility cost improvement.
• Provides technical guidance and training to Maintenance, Operations, and other site personnel as needed.
• Assists in the implementation and optimization of CMMS data, work plans, spare parts, and equipment history for utility assets.
• Maintains close communication with site and corporate engineering teams regarding utility performance, project status, and improvement opportunities.
• Adheres to personal moral, ethical, legal, and behavioral conduct in compliance with the Siegfried Code of Conduct.
• Ensures implementation and adherence to all applicable SHE and cGMP regulations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Planning skills

MS Office365

Education

BS degree in Mechanical/ Chemical/ Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

P&ID interpretation

Job description

“Expect to grow”, personally and professionally: At Siegfried, we offer exciting challenges and ample opportunities to showcase your talents. As a trusted and respected partner to the pharmaceutical industry, we uphold the highest standards in safety, quality and sustainability, while fostering a culture that empowers you to thrive. Join a rapidly expanding global company, where diverse perspectives and experiences come together in a collaborative environment. Here, you’ll find a workplace that values both collective success and your individual contributions—offering long-term opportunities to grow and make an impact.

Your Role:

The incumbent is responsible for supporting, improving, and maintaining site utility systems across the Pennsville facility. The primary focus will be on ensuring safe, reliable, compliant, and efficient operation of critical utilities including, but not limited to, steam, condensate, chilled water, cooling water, plant air, nitrogen, purified water, wastewater, HVAC, and related infrastructure. This role works closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, SHE, Quality, and external vendors to troubleshoot utility system issues, support capital and expense projects, improve system reliability, and ensure adherence to applicable cGMP, SHE, and engineering standards.

Your Profile:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Provides engineering support for site utility systems including steam, condensate, chilled water, cooling water, plant air, nitrogen, purified water, wastewater, HVAC, and related distribution systems.

• Monitors utility system performance and identifies opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, safety, and compliance.

• Supports troubleshooting of utility system failures, process interruptions, and recurring equipment issues.

• Develops and implements corrective and preventive actions to reduce utility-related downtime and operational risk.

• Reviews and optimizes preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for utility equipment and infrastructure.

• Supports capital and expense projects by providing utility engineering input on scope, design, equipment selection, installation, commissioning, and turnover.

• Reviews utility system drawings, P&IDs, specifications, equipment documentation, and maintenance records for accuracy and completeness.

• Assists with utility system capacity evaluations, risk assessments, and long-term infrastructure planning.

• Works with Maintenance and Operations to prioritize utility work, coordinate system outages, and support shutdown planning.

• Supports investigation of utility-related deviations, incidents, failures, and compliance concerns.

• Ensures utility systems are maintained in accordance with applicable cGMP, SHE, regulatory, and engineering standards.

• Supports change control, management of change, commissioning, qualification, and documentation activities as required.

• Coordinates with vendors, contractors, and service providers to support inspections, repairs, testing, and improvement projects.

• Identifies opportunities for energy reduction, water conservation, waste reduction, and utility cost improvement.

• Provides technical guidance and training to Maintenance, Operations, and other site personnel as needed.

• Assists in the implementation and optimization of CMMS data, work plans, spare parts, and equipment history for utility assets.

• Maintains close communication with site and corporate engineering teams regarding utility performance, project status, and improvement opportunities.

• Adheres to personal moral, ethical, legal, and behavioral conduct in compliance with the Siegfried Code of Conduct.

• Ensures implementation and adherence to all applicable SHE and cGMP regulations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in utility engineering, maintenance, facilities engineering, project engineering, or a related field in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with industrial utility systems such as steam, condensate, chilled water, cooling water, compressed air, nitrogen, purified water, wastewater, HVAC, and related infrastructure.
• Experience reading and interpreting P&IDs, equipment drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Experience with CMMS systems preferred.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, chemical, or cGMP manufacturing environments preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and planning skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Valid New Jersey Stationary Engineer/Boiler Operator license, or ability to obtain license appropriate to site utility systems, required.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence without direct authority.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Strong understanding of utility systems, maintenance practices, regulatory expectations, and interdepartmental relationships.
• Ability to support troubleshooting and field activities in plant, utility, and mechanical spaces as needed.

Your Benefits:

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Musthave excellent communication skills.

• Must be conscientious anddetail oriented.

• Must have excellent computer skills (MS Office365).

• Must be a team player.

• Must be ableto self-manage daily work and set priorities.

• Must be able to manage projects and prioritize appropriately.

• Mustbe able to adhere to deadlines.

• The salary for this role is anticipated to be between $83,000 - $110,000

Siegfried USA will explore and provide reasonable accommodations to assist any qualified individual with a disability in performing the essential functions of his/her job. Please speak with HR should you require an accommodation or have any questions.

Founded in 1873 in Zofingen, Switzerland, Siegfried has grown into a global network of 16 sites across three continents. With a team of more than 4,200 highly skilled professionals, we take the innovations of our pharmaceutical customers to industrial scale and manufacture safe drugs for patients worldwide. As a fully integrated CDMO, Siegfried is one of the few organizations today that can carry out the development and manufacturing of APIs and finished dosage forms under one roof. This unique combination of know-how and experience makes us the most trusted partner in the pharmaceutical industry.