Senior Manager Utilities Engineering

Amgen•Holly Springs, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients. Amgen is a leader in biotechnology, pioneering treatments for serious illnesses in Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease. This role is part of Amgen's newest and most advanced drug substance manufacturing plant, the FleX Batch facility, which combines disposable technologies with traditional equipment and integrates sustainability innovations to reduce carbon and waste, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2027. The Senior Manager Utilities Engineering will lead the Utilities Engineering team within the Facilities & Engineering (F&E) group, providing technical leadership and supporting 24/7 operations.

Requirements

Doctorate degree and 2 years of engineering experience OR Master’s degree and 6 years of engineering experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of engineering experience OR Associate’s degree and 10 years of engineering experience OR High school diploma / GED and 12 years of engineering experience
2 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources.

Nice To Haves

6+ years’ experience in Utility engineering within the biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical or other regulatory environments.
3+ years’ experience of ensuring compliance in a highly regulated environment.
Demonstrated interpersonal and facilitation skills and ability to work in a collaborative team-based environment.
Ability to lead multiple tasks and effectively set priorities.
Direct knowledge of GMP utilities such as Purified Water (PW), Water for Injection (WFI), Clean Steam, Clean Compressed Air, and Process Gases, as well as non-GMP utilities such as waste management, electrical systems, boiler room operations, chilled water systems, plant steam, industrial gases, HVAC systems, and compressed air systems.
Strong knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems.
Demonstrated skill in analyzing and improving facilities related quality systems.
Ability and willingness to mentor and develop engineering staff and embrace a team-based culture that relies on collaboration for effective decision-making.
Strong leadership, technical writing, and communication/presentation skills.
Work schedule flexibility as to support 24/7 operations, requiring occasional after-hours engineering coverage.

Responsibilities

Lead the Utilities Engineering team and serve as the main point of contact for the function.
Provide technical leadership and support for 24/7 operations.
Oversee site design, construction, start-up, and operational readiness for utility systems.
Support the start-up of all site utility systems and transfer of ownership to the F&E utilities team.
Develop and implement long-term strategy for technical support of installed systems and equipment, including CMMS setups.
Support the development and implementation of goals, objectives, and budgets for utility engineering services (mechanical and HVAC systems).
Ensure utility engineering programs align with cGMP, safety requirements, local/global regulations, and Amgen Maintenance excellence standards.
Ensure procedures for cGMP and daily activities are followed by personnel and contractors.
Ensure the safety of all personnel during plant construction, start-up operations, and maintenance activities.
Lead Amgen NC F&E Utility Engineering staff supporting continuous clean and plant utility operations (electrical, HVAC).
Manage system ownership for Building and Process utility systems (GMP utilities: PW, WFI, Clean Steam, Clean Compressed Air, Process Gases; non-GMP utilities: waste management, electrical, boiler room, chilled water, plant steam, industrial gases, HVAC, compressed air).
Provide adequate resources, technical talent, expertise, maintenance procedures, system validation support, performance data monitoring, training materials, and ensure operating procedures are followed.
Develop and support equipment maintenance programs, ensure spare parts availability, and coordinate maintenance activities.
Ensure site readiness and compliance for internal and external audits.
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives (safety, reliability, efficiency, sustainability).
Maintain and improve utility system capability and reliability in partnership with engineering leadership and technical staff.
Collaborate with key customers and support groups (Manufacturing, Quality, EHS, Engineering).
Oversee and lead execution of complex Utilities related initiatives and projects.
Provide expertise and resources for capital project execution.
Establish clear expectations and priorities for staff.
Encourage a culture of continuous improvement, partnership, and knowledge sharing.
Provide development opportunities, feedback, and actively listen to staff.
Maintain and develop key performance indicators of maintenance performance.
Supervise, assess, and develop staff, ensuring targets and milestones are met on time and on budget.
Participate in the budgeting process for Utilities, including forecasting costs, managing expenditures, and ensuring efficient resource allocation.