Sr Associate Technical Engineer

Pfizer • Pearl River, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sr Associate Technical Engineer is a key member of the Pearl River team, accountable for implementing, executing, and sustaining site Continuous Improvement projects and Validation Master Plan Program Elements for clean utilities and equipment cleaning. The role manages validation and equipment project deliverables at the Pfizer PGS Pearl River site and sets implementation targets, milestones, deliverables, and goals aligned with the site master validation plan and CI elements. The position calls for experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing and associated clean utilities and CIP systems.

The engineer develops and executes cleaning validation and clean utility equipment qualification protocols and reports, and authors, reviews, and approves technical documentation, procedures, validation plans, risk assessments, and strategies. The role coordinates project milestones for new processes, technology transfers, and equipment installations with Operations, Opex, and Engineering, and manages vendor and contractor work to Pfizer standards. The position also participates in operational and shift huddles and supports regulatory and internal audits.

This is an on-premise role with approximately 25% shop-floor presence. Work may involve heavy gowning in a cleanroom with cytotoxic materials, pressurized systems, steam, and corrosive chemicals. Occasional off-hours work, including evenings and weekends, may be needed. The listed annual base salary range is $82,700 to $137,900, with eligibility for a bonus target of 10% of base salary. Pfizer states that relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Requirements

• Associate degree with 5 or more years of experience, bachelor's degree with 2 or more years of experience, or MBA/MS with any years of relevant experience.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing and associated clean utilities/CIP systems.
• Knowledge and experience with cGMP and FDA rules and regulations.
• Proficiency in data analysis and trend monitoring.
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and productivity; curiosity about improving outcomes with these tools and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.
• Strong ownership and accountability; ability to lead change with agility, optimism, and innovation.
• Excellent organization and time-management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within and across functions and communicate issues and solutions to the PCT and senior management.
• Ability to work on the shop floor under heavy gowning requirements in a cleanroom with cytotoxic materials for an entire work shift as necessary.
• Ability to move heavy equipment, stand for extended periods, walk throughout suites and use stairs, and lift approximately 50 pounds.
• Ability to take necessary safety precautions when working with pressurized systems, steam, or corrosive chemicals; heavy hands-on mechanical ability or capability.
• Permanent work authorization in the United States; U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute cleaning validation and clean utility equipment qualification protocols and reports to support the site master plan.
• Author, review, and approve technical reports and development studies related to clean utilities, equipment cleaning, and equipment projects.
• Author and review periodic reviews for utility equipment, filters, and cleaning validation.
• Author, review, and approve new or modified Standard Operating Procedures and Job Aids supporting manufacturing and clean utility equipment and processes.
• Author, review, and approve Validation Plans, Risk Assessments, and Validation Strategies.
• Manage assigned project milestones supporting new processes, technology transfers, or equipment installations in collaboration with Operations, Opex, and Engineering.
• Manage vendor and contract resources to ensure work is completed in alignment with Pfizer standards.
• Participate in PCT operational huddles (Tier 1/2) and shift huddles (Tier 0).
• Support regulatory and internal audits, including coordinating internal responses.
• Coordinate deliverables across matrixed project teams of up to 10–15 colleagues and collaborate with site functions.

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 10% of base salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree