Engineer / Executive – Facility Engineering

Job Title: Engineer / Executive – Facility Engineering

Department: Engineering & Utilities

Location: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Facility (GDC/FTO)

Purpose of the Role To ensure safe, compliant, reliable, and cost-effective operation of HVAC systems, utilities, electrical infrastructure, mechanical equipment, facility maintenance, and engineering compliance activities in accordance with GMP, EHS, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. HVAC & Utility Systems

• Operation and maintenance of HVAC systems, AHUs, FCUs, exhaust systems, chillers, cooling towers, and cold rooms.

• Monitoring environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity, differential pressure, and air changes.

• Ensure timely execution of preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance.

• Troubleshooting HVAC and utility-related issues to minimize downtime.

• Monitoring utility consumption and implementing energy-saving initiatives.

• Coordination of HVAC qualification, validation, and requalification activities.

• 2. Electrical Systems

• Operation and maintenance of HT/LT electrical distribution systems.

• Maintenance of transformers, DG sets, UPS systems, PCC/MCC panels, APFC panels, and lighting systems.

• Monitoring power quality and electrical safety compliance.

• Execution of preventive maintenance schedules and breakdown rectification.

• Coordination with statutory authorities and electrical vendors.

• Ensuring safe isolation, LOTO, and electrical safety practices.

• 3. Mechanical Systems

• Maintenance of pumps, compressors, boilers, piping systems, valves, and utility equipment.

• Monitoring equipment performance and reliability.

• Spare parts management and maintenance planning.

• Root cause analysis for equipment failures and implementation of corrective actions.

• Support utility and manufacturing equipment installation and commissioning activities.

• 4. Facility Management

• Upkeep of plant infrastructure, roofs, roads, drainage, buildings, and utility areas.

• Coordination of civil maintenance and facility improvement projects.

• Vendor management for civil, HVAC, electrical, and AMC/CAMC contracts.

• Verification and certification of contractor bills, JCS, and work completion reports.

• Support audits and inspections related to facility engineering.

• 5. Quality & Compliance

• Handling Change Controls, Deviations, CAPAs, and Risk Assessments.

• Support qualification and validation activities.

• Ensure closure of audit observations and compliance commitments.

• Preparation and review of SOPs, protocols, reports, and engineering documentation.

• Compliance with GMP, Data Integrity, EHS, and regulatory requirements.

• 6. Safety Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with EHS requirements and permit-to-work systems.

• Conduct safety inspections and risk assessments.

• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.

• Monitor contractor safety compliance and PPE adherence.

• Support emergency preparedness and response activities.

• 7. Engineering Projects

• Execution and monitoring of engineering projects.

• Preparation of URS, technical specifications, BOQs, and technical evaluations.

• Coordination with vendors, contractors, and cross-functional teams.

• Monitoring project timelines, budgets, and quality deliverables.

• Desired Qualification

• B.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC, Facility Engineering, or related discipline.

• Minimum 8–15 years of experience in pharmaceutical/ engineering operations.

• Knowledge of GMP, HVAC compliance, utility systems, electrical distribution, and quality systems.

• Essential Competencies

• HVAC & Utility Systems Management

• Electrical System Maintenance

• Mechanical Equipment Maintenance

• GMP & Regulatory Compliance

• Change Control, CAPA, Deviation Handling

• Vendor & Contractor Management

• Project Management

• Documentation & Audit Readiness

• Root Cause Analysis

• Safety & Risk Management

• Special Requirement for GDC

• The incumbent should have hands-on experience in HVAC, cold rooms, facility management, utilities, quality systems (CC/CAPA/Deviation), documentation review, vendor management, and compliance-driven pharmaceutical operations, enabling independent handling of the site's engineering and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Desired Qualification
• B.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC, Facility Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 +years of experience in pharmaceutical/ engineering operations.
• Knowledge of GMP, HVAC compliance, utility systems, electrical distribution, and quality systems.

Skills & attributes:

• Technical Skills
• Good understanding of Pharmaceutical Research and Development operation
• Technical knowledge in Facility and Plant Engineering, infrastructure building, contractor management
• Experience in preventive maintenance and engineering solutions
• Understanding of Good Engineering Practices
• Understanding of relevant regulatory stan