Engineering Technician

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Engineering Technician Job Description

• Operate and maintain various facility equipment such as Utility systems and HVAC systems on a routine basis.
• Possess deep knowledge in the engineering and maintenance activities of pharmaceutical industry equipment, particularly in fill-finish and sterile fill-finish processes.
• Perform operations on boilers, hot water generators, chillers, air compressors, and HVAC systems.
• Provide technical expertise and advice on process equipment, including bag, vial, and PFS filling lines, formulation systems, and autoclaves.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems to minimize shutdown time.
• Conduct inspections of areas, equipment, and items to ensure regulatory and quality compliance.
• Perform preventive maintenance activities on all process and facility equipment.
• Manage operation and maintenance of boilers, hot water generators, chillers, air compressors, AHU, PW generation and distribution, WFI storage and distribution, and pure steam generation and distribution.
• Oversee electrical and mechanical system startups and commissioning, and coordinate with subcontractors and construction management.
• Maintain accurate records for operations, including supply inventories, reports, mechanical equipment lists, purchase orders, warranties, parts lists, and other documentation related to preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Prepare engineering SOPs and ensure team compliance with cGMP standards.

• Engineering expertise and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or biotech maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and GxP regulations.
• Strong critical thinking and proactive approach.
• Ability to work effectively in team settings, both within own team and cross-functionally.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of experience or 8 years of experience in pharmaceutical maintenance.
• Proficiency in documentation and compliance processes.

The role is based in a pharmaceutical industry setting, requiring interaction with various facility systems such as HVAC, boilers, and process equipment. The work environment is collaborative, with a focus on compliance with regulatory standards and quality assurance. A team-oriented approach is essential, and the position involves engaging with both internal teams and external contractors.

This is a Contract position based out of Sacramento, CA.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Sacramento,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 9, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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