Facility Engineer

We are a specialized engineering company with international exposure and subject matter expertise in the design, fabrication and qualification of sterile, high purity and potent containment process equipment and plants. We are growing our company size and capabilities through recruitment of talented professionals. We offer a true creative engineering design work environment with a wide range of interesting projects in the bio-pharmaceutical, personal care and food industry.

You will be part of a best-in-class client team positioned at Merck Research Laboratories (MRL) in Rahway, New Jersey to support their ADC / Potent Compound Laboratories as a Facility Engineer. You will also be integrated into GMP Engineering’s wider network of Subject Matter Experts to receive and provide project support. This position offers a unique opportunity to oversee and coordinate maintenance programs, equipment set-ups and process system upgrades to support Merck’s R&D operations.

• Support the installation, start-up, commissioning and qualification of new process equipment and utilities to ensure installation and operational compliance to design and project specifications
• Source qualified vendors, and evaluate multiple quotes for procurement of project-suitable equipment and instrumentation
• Support continuous improvement, process optimization, reliability enhancement and facility expansion/upgrade projects
• Provide technical support related to process equipment and utilities, including review of engineering drawings (e.g., P&’s, general arrangements), specifications and protocols

• Coordinate, schedule and oversee work performed by Maintenance group and/or external contractors to effectively maintain process equipment, instrumentation, piping systems, electrical systems and supporting utilities within operational state
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and support deviation reporting, Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA’s), change controls and other resolution activities
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Operation and Metrology groups to develop programs and SOP’s for equipment maintenance and instrument calibration
• Maintain facility Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) up to date
• Utilize SAP for entry of Work Orders and ordering of pertinent project equipment

• Collaborate with Validation, Quality and Safety groups to assure process equipment and supporting systems are within validated/qualified and safe states
• Remain current with assigned SOP’s and training to ensure continuous compliance
• Act as a liaison to external vendors and contractors without site-access. Ensure safe working conditions are adhered to according to company policy and established procedures.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an accredited university strongly preferred
• Associate of Science in Engineering or related field with >1 year working experience as a maintenance or facility engineer will also be considered

• Mechanically inclined with an understanding of tools and materials, familiarity with construction/installation of piping systems, etc.
• Familiarity with electrical systems, either from a facilities/maintenance or design standpoint, including control and power panel architecture and device knowledge
• Experience with CMMS utilization, including initiation of Work Orders and tracking of preventive maintenance and calibration activities
• Experience in documenting deviations, CAPA’s, etc. related to GMP facilities, utilities, and equipment
• Familiarity with engineering documents and drawings, such as PFD’s, P&’s, general arrangements, data sheets and other equipment specifications
• Ability to see long-term projects through from start to finish, navigating set-backs, encouraging pace and interfacing with team members from various educational backgrounds and roles
• Experience interfacing with other disciplines including automation, facility design, process design, validation and quality is preferred
• Experience in commissioning and start-up of control systems is preferred
• Knowledge of plant safety practices such as confined space entry, fall protection prevention and hot work permits is preferred
• Knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC), with experience working in Class I Div 1 environments is preferred

• The ideal candidate will be local to Rahway, NJ or able/willing to commute to Merck’s Rahway Campus daily

Please attach a single merged PDF and include both your resume and your unofficial transcript.