Maintenance Engineer I

Novo Nordisk • Clayton, NC

33d • Onsite

About The Position

Support proper implementation & execution of maintenance activities for API production equipment & systems within DAPI-US facility. Improve the reliability & performance of API operations tracks with respect to equipment/systems maintenance. Utilize a reliability centered mindset to maximize plant productivity, while maintaining equipment performance & longevity. Primary tasks include: Lead & coordinate maintenance performance improvement projects & initiatives, Support manufacturing & production support teams to ensure maintenance compliance, Provide technical support to the site & stakeholders to meet business goals and Coach & mentor members of the maintenance team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering (preferred degree in maintenance, mechanical, chemical, electrical, bio-process engineering), or equivalent industrial, military, or vocational training combined with experience required
• Minimum three (3) years of experience working directly in utilities or process equipment maintenance, or other directly related field required
• Demonstrated experience in plant operations & maintenance with proven knowledge in RCA, troubleshooting, problem resolution & continuous improvement preferred
• Experience working in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment with cGMPs requirements or other regulated industry or manufacturing environment a plus
• Demonstrated experience in maintenance processes & mechanical systems preferred
• Practical knowledge in the following areas: mechanical systems operations, root cause analysis (RCA), reliability centered maintenance (RCM), process hazard assessment (PHA), process safety management (PSM) & process improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, Lean Sigma) a plus
• Technical/process/functional knowledge of utility systems components maintenance & operation including cooling & chilled water, plant steam (HP & LP), compressed air, clean steam & purified water preferred
• Technical/process/functional knowledge of specific equipment maintenance & operation including but not limited to pumps (centrifugal, PD, diaphragm, mag drive, other), heat exchangers, control valves, mixers, agitators & filtration preferred
• Technical/process/functional knowledge of API systems components maintenance & operation to include centrifugation, spray drying & chromatography a plus
• Experience with using records control systems (SAP, CMMS or similar system) a plus
• Ability to read & understand equipment schematics, P&IDs, PFDs, wiring diagrams, CAD drawings & other specialized documentation required
• Knowledge & understanding of technical documents such as URS, SAT, FAT, qualification & validation protocols a plus
• Experience using controls & control interfaces for PLC, PCS, BMS & DCS systems a plus
• Ability to independently apply engineering techniques & analysis within the discipline preferred
• Strong project management skills a plus
• Excellent oral & written communication skills preferred
• Proven expertise in developing/planning/coordinating maintenance activities & following up on results preferred
• Experienced in creating &/or revising work plans for complex problems being resolved by cross functional teams a plus

Nice To Haves

• Six Sigma Green Belt certification or cLEAN 2-star desired a plus

Responsibilities

• Write/review maintenance plans, specifications & SOPs
• Participate in equipment/system design reviews & support equipment installation, commissioning & qualifications
• Assist in maintaining quality & schedule within area of responsibility
• Establish & maintain positive working relationship with internal & external engineering & operations stakeholders
• Lead & provide technical support for investigation, troubleshooting & problem resolution of equipment & system operational issues
• Support development, implementation & improvement of equipment & systems maintenance plans during operation
• Continuous improvement: verify process equipment & satisfy design requirements/expectations
• Knowledge sharing with local & DK facilities
• Develop knowledge of risk assessment documents, such as requirements risk assessments (RRA's)
• Support the review & updating of engineering & specification documentation (process flow diagrams, P&IDs, user req specifications, etc.)
• Drive maintenance team adherence to PSM requirements & best practices
• Participate in the review & updating of process & system risk assessments
• Other accountabilities, as assigned

Benefits

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance - effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees