The Utility Maintenance Instrumentation Engineer is responsible for ensuring the optimal performance, reliability, and calibration of all instrumentation systems supporting utility operations in a pharmaceutical plant. This role requires a strong understanding of instrumentation and control systems, pharmaceutical industry standards, and utility systems such as HVAC, water systems, and cleanroom environments.Key Responsibilities:
Instrumentation Maintenance & Calibration:
- Perform regular maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of utility-related instruments, including temperature sensors, pressure gauges, flow meters, and control valves.
- Ensure all instrumentation systems meet GMP, FDA, and regulatory compliance standards.
Utility System Support:
- Maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation for utility systems such as purified water systems, HVAC, boilers, and chillers.
- Monitor and optimize utility performance to meet production requirements.
Compliance & Documentation:
- Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical standards and practices (e.g., GMP, FDA, ISO).
- Maintain accurate records of calibration, repairs, and maintenance activities in CMMS or equivalent systems.
Projects & Upgrades:
- Support utility system upgrades, modifications, and expansions by designing and implementing new instrumentation solutions.
- Participate in commissioning and validation of new systems or equipment.
Safety & Training:
- Follow and enforce safety protocols during all maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
- Provide training and guidance to junior staff on instrumentation and control systems.
Education:Bachelor's degree or diploma in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
Experience:
- 3-5 years of experience in instrumentation maintenance within a pharmaceutical or utility maintenance context.
- Hands-on experience with DCS, PLC, SCADA, and BMS systems.
Technical Skills:
- Proficient in calibration techniques, troubleshooting, and maintenance of field instruments.
- Familiarity with utility systems like HVAC, purified water systems, boilers, and chillers.
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical regulatory standards (e.g., GMP, FDA).
Soft Skills:Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Key Attributes:
- Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Proactive and solution-oriented mindset
