Senior Facility Engineer or Facility Engineer

Description

The Facility Senior Engineer is the technical lead and equipment owner on the site utility systems. This includes but not limited to WFI, CSG, Plant steam, HVAC, clean compressed gases, chiller, building generator and warehouse equipment. He/she will troubleshoot site utilities equipment/process issues, support/lead site CAPEX/OPEX/continuous improvement projects from feasibility study, equipment/process design, plan, implementation, startup, commissioning, qualification to quality release. He/she also owns change control and participates/leads in deviation/risk assessment activities.

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 a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

The Sr Engineer position offers a base salary typically between $125,000 to $150,000 and the Engineer position offers a base salary typically between $95,000 to $125,000. Both positions may be eligible for a role specific variable or performance based bonus, relocation and or other compensation elements.  For an overview of our benefits please click here.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Technical Expertise
• Experience ' knowledgeable with facilities within the following areas: site utilities system and equipment (i.e. WFI, CSG, Plant steam, HVAC, clean compressed gases, chiller, building generator and etc.), office and amenities, knowledge of commercial/clinical manufacturing and warehouse operations
• Manage the life cycle management of the facilities/utilities equipment
• Responsible for the economic and reliable availability and flexibility of their system
• Expert knowledge of processes, automation and equipment-specific technology to lead in troubleshooting as the Engineering technical lead.
• Lead/manage technical analysis: including mechanical system and technology plant fits, capacity and equipment utilization, value engineering, sustainable design, constructibility and assessment of applicable new technologies to balance performance, cost and maintainability
• Project Management
• Lead CAPEX/OPEX/CI projects, including but not limited to:
• Own risk assessment for new systems and changes to existing systems
• Write/review project execution plans
• Lead/manage startup/commissioning activities (e.g. approve commissioning report, review/approve TOPs, create/update/review/approve SOPs...)
• Technical approvers of protocols and periodic monitoring
• Lead/manage project team including overseeing ' providing guidance on contractor activities
• Provides estimates of resource requirements
  
• Optimization ' Compliance
• Own technical optimization of the field of care
• Ensures that the facility equipment, machinery, documentation and technical support meets the compliance, quality and EHS standards
• Leads/motivates activities to ensure a continuous optimization process.
• Own/execute CAPA, deviation, change control, and risk assessment (quality, business and/or safety)
• Global Engineering
• Supports implementation and improvement of best practice of technical standards, procedures
• Acts as a member of Global Engineering Biopharmaceuticals and of global Engineering Boehringer Ingelheim
• Participates in peer to peer reviews
• Others
• Creates curriculum and trains operations/facilities staff as required to ensure production/utilities commences at the desired rate.
• Ability to manage vendors for the purposes of assessments and certifications
• Oversee contractor(s) and provide guidance/approval on activities at site
• Coach junior engineer(s)
  
  

Requirements

Sr Engineer Requirements:

Bachelors Degree from an accredited institution in Engineering with eight (8) years of related field experience, Or

Masters Degree from an accredited institution in Engineering with (6) years of related field experience, Or P.E. License

Minimum of four (4) years working experience in a GMP manufacturing environment

Minimum five (5) years and hands on experience with utilities system/equipment

Engineer Requirements:

Bachelors Degree from an accredited institution in Engineering with three (3) years of related field experience

Knowledge of GMP compliance

Technical expertise on utility equipment/system

Recognize safety requirements in manufacturing environment

Equipment hands on experience

Project leadership experience

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Capable to own and lead risk assessment, root cause investigation, project startup/commissioning/qualification.

Expert on troubleshooting technical issues

Owner of change control, deviation and CAPA

Capable to lead projects (CAPEX or CI)

Physical demands/surroundings - works primarily in an office environment. it is required to be on the process floor as necessary to perform work outlined in this profile. Some domestic and international travel may be required.

Visual Demands - must be able to read and see clearly with or without correction lens.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)
• Must be 18 years of age or older
  
  
  

Our Company

At Boehringer Ingelheim we develop breakthrough therapies that improve the lives of both humans and animals. Founded in 1885 and family-owned ever since, Boehringer Ingelheim takes a long-term perspective. Now, we are powered by 52,000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. We believe that if we have talented and ambitious people who are passionate about innovation, there is no limit to what we can achieve.

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can grow, collaborate, innovate and improve lives.

We offer challenging work in a respectful and friendly global working environment surrounded by a world of innovation driven mindsets and practices. In addition, learning and development for all employees is key, because your growth is our growth.

Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients and communities.

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