2027 Summer Co op Utility Engineering Swiftwater PA

Sanofi • Swiftwater, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Sanofi is seeking a highly motivated Summer Co-op to join its Utility Engineering team within the Manufacturing and Supply Engineering and Maintenance department in Swiftwater, Pennsylvania. The co-op will help develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance plans for GMP pharmaceutical process equipment, aligned with manufacturer recommendations, industry standards, and process requirements. The role includes spending 25–40% of the time in the field alongside experienced engineers and maintenance professionals, gaining hands-on knowledge of utility systems and equipment in an active cGMP manufacturing environment. The co-op will collaborate with cross-functional teams, support site-wide initiatives, and complete required GMP and GXP training. The role also provides practical experience interpreting maintenance job plans, engineering specifications, and schematics, as well as working with the SAP ERP system.

This is a six-month co-op. The student must be able to relocate to the office location and work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, for the full duration. The position is onsite in Swiftwater, PA. The salary range is $27.00–$35.00 per hour, with compensation determined by demonstrated experience.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Biomedical, Electrical, or a related field.
• Must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. and not require employment visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university throughout the co-op/internship.
• Must be able to relocate to the office location and work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, for the full duration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to work effectively both independently and within a team.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Clear and professional communicator with employees, contractors, and vendors.
• Eager to learn and adaptable to new challenges.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong documentation skills, with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Familiarity with mechanical systems, automation technologies, or process equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct criticality and gap assessments for utility equipment and components.
• Develop and analyze historical maintenance trends to support periodic equipment reviews.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and assist with documenting deviations.
• Investigate utility equipment-related failures and contribute to formal investigation reports.
• Support implementation of equipment changes through Change Control and CAPA processes.
• Update engineering drawings and technical procedures to reflect current equipment status.
• Specify and source replacement parts for critical equipment.
• Capture and document user requirements for utility systems and equipment.
• Conduct utility equipment walkdowns to assess condition and performance.
• Define and maintain spare parts lists for assigned equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support site-wide initiatives.
• Complete required GMP and GXP training.

Benefits

• Access to mentoring and collaborative teams.
• Opportunities to learn through apprenticeships, internships, graduate programs, and international experiences.
• Access to modern tools, digital innovation, and continuous learning.

What This Job Offers

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