Sr. Maintenance Engineer

Agility, Impact, Methodology.

Do you exhibit these values and wish to be around others that do too? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where agility, adaptability, and high standards go hand in hand? Are you driven to make a meaningful impact, whether through your work, your support of others, or your commitment to your community? Are you motivated by a disciplined, science-based approach that ensures consistent excellence, safety, and integrity in everything you do?

If these statements resonate with you, Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) welcomes you to apply to join our community of dedicated individuals improving lives every day!

The Sr. Maintenance Engineer assists the Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing Maintenance & Reliability (M&R) department by specializing in facility and utility optimization and providing subject matter expertise on mechanical systems. Runs projects and oversees construction activities. Demonstrates, builds, and enforces best practices for all M&R projects and functions. Works closely with maintenance staff as SMEs to help coordinate inspections and repairs, as well as the testing and calibration of all instrumentation, electrical, and mechanical systems.

Is responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, compliant, and efficient operation of equipment and systems used across plant assets in sterile production facilities. Defines and leads robust maintenance strategies, systems, and workflows that enable timely response to equipment failures and ensure high-quality repairs. Leverages technical expertise to proactively identify and implement solutions to sustain scalable, high-volume production facilities, driving continuous improvement in asset performance, regulatory compliance, and operability.

Oversees, identifies the pertinence of, and executes NCRs, CAPAs, and Change Controls. Plays a leading role in the asset on-boarding and management process. Creates, revises, and helps manage M&R-related SOPs, and Standard Work Instructions. Provide troubleshooting and strategic production support, as necessary. Aids Maintenance, Reliability Engineering, and Manufacturing Process Engineering Management in day-to-day facilities administration. Oversee and supervise contractor-led projects executed during line outages and facility shutdowns.

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, science, or technical discipline.
• 5+ years of prior experience in a facilities/mechanical engineering position.
• Must have proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Drafting, CAD, AutoCAD, and blueprint reading experience/training.
• Knowledge and skill in mechanical engineering design.
• HVAC and piping design experience highly desired.
• Expertise in CMMS best practices, data mining, and data analytics.
• Ability to comprehend and execute equipment repairs on state-of-the-art technologies in compliance with current best practices.
• Training, experience, and certifications in the following disciplines: predictive technologies, equipment repair best practices, RCM/TPM, spare parts methodologies, tribology, condition-based monitoring, OEE, and MTTR.
• Deep understanding of ISO 55000.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Project or other project management software.
• Knowledge of GMP standards and ability to follow CFR guidelines.
• Experience in FDA regulated environment.

• Serve as the primary troubleshooter of critical equipment breakdowns;
  Provide maintenance support for HVAC and piping projects, including assessing current building conditions, and determining appropriate recommended measures and designing and managing projects to address.
• Support maintenance team that performs all facets of maintenance work and respond to equipment issues.
• Consult on HVAC system and equipment design for a wide range of projects, and work with other engineers, project managers, and construction professionals as needed to create and/or modify design parameters.
• Partner with other departments and customers to identify and resolve any problems negatively impacting the manufacturing and production processes,…