Electrical Engineer Manager- Utilities Operations Lead

Pfizer • Groton, CT

1d • $99,200 - $165,400 • Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer Manager provides technical leadership and operational engineering oversight for electrical generation, distribution, and control systems supporting critical site utilities at Pfizer’s Groton, Connecticut campus. The 2.3-million-square-foot campus supports research and development operations, including clinical manufacturing, laboratories, vivarium, technical spaces, and offices. The role helps ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operation of cogeneration-based energy systems and electrical distribution networks while optimizing energy performance, resiliency, and asset lifecycle management.

The position works with Utilities Operations, Maintenance, Digital/Automation, Site Leadership, and other partners to advance energy strategies, reduce demand, and modernize infrastructure through automation and control systems. It oversees outcomes delivered by supplier partners responsible for plant and building maintenance and operations, and provides direction for resources supporting projects from concept through turnover. The role has indirect budgetary responsibility for site utility operations and expense projects and supports Pfizer’s Global Workplace Experience objectives, including NetZero objectives.

The role also ensures compliance with Pfizer and external regulatory requirements for applicable work on assets and systems, and collaborates with stakeholders on risk monitoring, operations, business continuity, and crisis management. The position is onsite and primarily day shift, with occasional after-hours or weekend response and required support for business continuity, emergencies, planned shutdowns, and off-shift schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience with electrical generation and distribution systems, including critical utilities infrastructure.
• At least 5 years of experience with cogeneration/CHP systems and energy plant operations.
• At least 5 years of experience with energy demand management and load optimization strategies.
• At least 5 years of experience with automation and control systems (DCS, BMS, PLCs) in industrial or regulated environments.
• At least 5 years of experience with instrumentation and its calibration.
• Strong knowledge of utilities operations, maintenance, and engineering.
• Comprehensive knowledge of maintenance practices and processes.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Understanding of SLAs and KPIs and the ability to work with business-line customers and colleagues to establish and collect meaningful metrics.
• Proficiency in CMMS systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to adapt to changing business conditions while maintaining focus on near- and long-term strategies.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in critical operations environments.
• Ability to exercise leadership and diplomacy in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Initiative and ability to multitask and work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Responsive customer-service attitude.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States by any employer; U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available.
• Permanent work authorization in the United States is required.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (MS or MBA).
• Experience with energy sourcing strategies and sustainability programs.
• Experience with power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, and arc flash analysis.
• Experience with digitalization of utility systems and advanced analytics platforms.
• Experience with reliability engineering and asset management programs.
• Experience with CAFM systems.
• Experience with AutoCAD or other software for 2D and 3D modeling and documentation reviews and updates.
• Experience leading or supporting capital projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert or Site Engineer Lead for site electrical infrastructure, including medium- and low-voltage distribution systems, switchgear, substations, UPS, and backup generation.
• Lead engineering oversight of cogeneration (CHP) systems, including power generation, load balancing, and grid interconnection.
• Optimize CHP operation to balance electrical and thermal loads across the site.
• Lead energy demand control, peak load management, and load-shedding initiatives.
• Evaluate and implement energy sourcing strategies involving utility providers, on-site generation, and sustainability initiatives.
• Partner with site leadership on energy cost optimization and long-term decarbonization goals.
• Provide technical oversight for DCS, BMS, and PLC-based control systems supporting utilities and facility operations.
• Ensure effective integration of electrical systems with plant automation platforms and digital infrastructure.
• Support modernization of control architectures, including data acquisition, monitoring, and advanced analytics.
• Collaborate with Digital/BT teams to improve system connectivity, cybersecurity, and data integrity as applicable.
• Drive lifecycle management for electrical and control systems, including design, commissioning, maintenance strategy, and obsolescence planning.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for electrical system failures or power quality issues.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to improve uptime and reliability.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability-based maintenance programs.
• Provide engineering support or leadership for capital projects involving electrical infrastructure, automation upgrades, and utility plant modernization.
• Oversee assigned expense projects from concept through commissioning and turnover, ensuring alignment with site and GWE standards.
• Develop technical specifications, review designs, and ensure effective vendor and contractor performance.
• Ensure electrical and control systems comply with EHS, regulatory, and Pfizer Quality standards.
• Support business continuity planning, including emergency power systems and recovery strategies.
• Provide technical support for audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions.
• Manage and oversee third-party providers responsible for electrical maintenance, automation systems, and utility operations support.
• Ensure vendors and contractors comply with contracts, site standards, and performance expectations, and drive accountability for safety, reliability, and service delivery.
• Partner with Utilities Operations, Facilities, Manufacturing, Quality, and EHS teams to align electrical systems with operational needs.
• Support enterprise initiatives related to energy efficiency, sustainability, and smart facility enablement.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid vacation, holiday, and personal days.
• Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Eligibility to participate in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan, with a bonus target of 12.5% of base salary.
• Eligibility to participate in a share-based long-term incentive program.
• Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager