Utilities Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking a Utilities Engineer to support manufacturing operations within a leading biopharmaceutical facility. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, compliant, and efficient manufacturing processes for assigned utility systems, and effective management of routine engineering activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the operation, maintenance, and lifecycle management of critical utility systems including Reverse Osmosis (RO), Water for Injection (WFI), Clean Steam, Purified Water, Compressed Air, and associated utility equipment.

Support change control activities for the installation, upgrade, modification, and commissioning of utility systems and equipment.

Ensure all utility-related activities are executed in compliance with GMP, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Investigate utility-related deviations, non-conformances, and operational issues using TrackWise or equivalent quality management systems.

Perform root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to prevent recurrence.

Conduct in-depth troubleshooting of equipment failures, utility disruptions, and performance issues to minimise downtime and production impact.

Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, validation, quality, and production teams to ensure successful execution of utility projects and system improvements.

Review and update engineering documentation including SOPs, maintenance procedures, risk assessments, and technical reports.

Monitor system performance, reliability, and operational trends while identifying opportunities for optimisation and continuous improvement.

Manage contractors and vendors involved in utility maintenance and project activities.

Preferred Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

Experience in change deviation management is preferred.

Strong vendor management, process and manufacturing, and equipment lifecycle management experience.

Good organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.