Senior Facilities Specialist, Electrical & Mechanical

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

85d

About The Position

The position involves diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical issues in utilities/production equipment, control/automation systems, and facility infrastructure. The role requires reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals to facilitate repairs. Preventive maintenance on electrical components is essential to prevent unplanned downtime. The technician will also perform or assist in the maintenance and repair of mechanical systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and HVAC equipment, while recommending improvements to preventive maintenance activities. Collaboration with Facilities/Project engineers is necessary to ensure integrated system functionality. The technician will support the installation and commissioning of new machinery and equipment, ensuring compliance with electrical codes and safety standards. Participation in continuous improvement programs and suggesting process enhancements to improve equipment reliability and efficiency is expected. The role also includes upgrading existing systems with new electrical components and technology enhancements, maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and system modifications, and ensuring all work adheres to pharmaceutical industry regulations, including GMP standards, OSHA standards, and National Electrical Code (NEC). The technician will participate in safety audits and implement corrective actions as necessary, collaborate with multi-functional teams, and offer training and mentorship to junior technicians and production staff on equipment operation and maintenance guidelines.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electro-Mechanical Technology, or a related field or relevant experience.
• Must possess a valid electrician certification/license.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in electrical maintenance and solving issues, preferably in a pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience with PLC systems (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley), SCADA systems and HMI interfaces, and a strong understanding of electro-mechanical systems.

Nice To Haves

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues in utilities/production equipment, control/automation systems, and facility infrastructure.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals to facilitate repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on electrical components to prevent unplanned downtime.
• Perform or assist in the maintenance and repair of mechanical systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and HVAC equipment.
• Recommend improvements to preventive maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with Facilities / Project engineers to ensure integrated system functionality.
• Support installation and commission new machinery and equipment, ensuring compliance with electrical codes and safety standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs and suggest process enhancements to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Upgrade existing systems with new electrical components and technology enhancements.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and system modifications.
• Ensure all work adheres to pharmaceutical industry regulations, including GMP standards, OSHA standards, and National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Participate in safety audits and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and engineering, to support manufacturing objectives.
• Offer training and mentorship to junior technicians and production staff on equipment operation and maintenance guidelines.

Benefits

• GTAA Top Employer Award for 10 years
• Top 100 Employers Award
• Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees