Senior Engineer - Facilities

Job DescriptionOur Engineers support internal and external manufacturing operations remain operational, continuously improve and innovate. With our extensive range of facilities and environments, our Engineers have opportunities across many diverse areas including Biological, Chemical, Automation, Capital Projects, Maintenance, Safety, Process Development, Technical Services, Utilities and Validation. The Facility Engineer is a member of the Plant Engineering team providing technical support to the Wilson Site. The site includes an Energy Center, Vaccine Manufacturing Facility, Quality Labs, and Packaging Facility. This support position will focus on investigation of utility system excursions, system improvements and optimizations. Specifically, this individual will lead the deviation investigation to determine root cause, develop corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence and assess the impact on operations. The incumbent will also be responsible for leading plant engineering's improvement projects and implementation of productivity enhancement initiatives.Primary ResponsibilitiesGeneral ProfileManages individual contributors (professional employees) and/or contractorsContributes to the performance and results of a departmentAdapts departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operational challengesDecisions are guided by policies, procedures and business plan; receives guidance from managerProvides technical guidance to employees, colleagues or contractorsAnticipates and interprets client and/or customer needs to identify solutionsWorks as a liaison between Plant Engineering and other Site Business Partner'sManages small capital projects for plant engineeringBusiness ExpertiseApplies management skills to align work activities with department objectivesProject managementExtensive industrial experience involving utility system generation, distribution and control are neededFunctional ExpertiseLead in the identification and implementation of process improvement projects, productivity initiatives and corrective actions while focusing on equipment uptime, minimizing cost and maintaining process consistencyInvestigate deviations (both minor and major), with responsibility to interface with Operations, Automation, and Quality approvers.Author and manage investigations meeting key timing commitments with well-investigated and well-documented deviation reports.Work with the Operations, Technology, Automation, and Quality Approvers to determine the scope of the investigation identifying the appropriate root cause, implement corrective actions, complete trending analysis, and determine product disposition.Foster a collaborative relationship with manufacturing/packaging floor personnel focused on high quality investigations, meaningful corrective actions, and reducing the deviation generation rate. Determine appropriate corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence of the deviation. Ensure corrective actions are effective and improve right first time (RFT).As part of the deviation management role, present and defend investigations during regulatory inspections, as required.Perform a thorough review of engineering records and related GMP documentation, identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner, and implementing corrective actions to improve the execution/review process.Develop training material. Working as a subject matter expert (SME), provide necessary training for system maintenance.Work alongside operations and lean six sigma team members to develop reliable, consistent manufacturing processes that meet cGMP requirements.Knowledgeable of all utility systems regarding functionally of equipment and relied on as SME during regulatory discussions.Problem SolvingIdentifies and resolves technical and operational problems; collaborates with peers to resolve problems that cross into inter-related unitsThe successful candidate must have strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to problem solving. The successful candidate should be able to examine an issue from diverse perspectives (safety, compliance, automation, equipment, process, and people) in order to best understand and identify root cause.Responsible for assisting in the identification, development, and implementation of new systems which enhances the operation of Plant Engineering processes.Assist with trouble shooting Plant Engineering utility equipment on an as needed basis which includes but limited to chillers, boiler, AHUs, PLCs, humidifiers/dehumidifiers, water systems, Square D controllers/monitors, clean steam generators and electrical distribution systems.Perform engineering task as needed maintaining plant utility equipment.ImpactInfluenceExplains difficult concepts and persuades others to adopt point of view.Communicates information, asks questions and checks for understandingAccountabilityAccountable for the performance of plant engineering systemsDecision MakingMakes decisions - guided by policies, guidelines, and procedures - that impact the department's ability to meet performance objectivesConsults on an as-needed basis with next-level manager on more complex decisions and/or issues that impact other units with inter-related processesStrategic PlanningAdapts and implements departmental plans and priorities based on division scorecard to address local business, service and operational challengesConsults on an as-needed basis with next-level manager for newly identified prioritiesResource ManagementForecasts resource needs; manages allocated expense budgetsForecasts resource needs; manages allocated resources to implement projectsWorking RelationshipsReports to Plant Engineering LeadManages and interacts with employees within own department and other departmentsInteracts with representatives from regulatory agenciesEducation Minimum RequirementsBachelor's degree in engineering, or technology. Other fields in scientific disciplines can be considered provided the candidate has relevant and hands-on work experienceRequired Experience and SkillsAt least 5 years of work experience in facilities or utilities in a manufacturing environmentElectrical distribution familiarity and troubleshootingFamiliarity with cGMPs and vaccine regulatory requirementsProblem solving and troubleshootingTechnical writing and deviation investigationUtility and HVAC system process improvement and optimizationPreferred Experience and SkillscGMP in a pharmaceutical environmentFormal problem-solving techniques, such as root cause analysis (RCA), failure mode effects analysis (FMEA), and/or Lean Six Sigma toolsAutomation and manufacturing execution system (MES), process modeling and process improvementDeviation management, troubleshooting and resolving manufacturing anomaliesMinimum three year supervisory or project managementWho we are ... We are known as Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, New Jersey, USA in the United States and Canada and MSD everywhere else. For more than a century, we have been inventing for life, bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world's most challenging diseases. Today, our company continues to be at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions and advance the prevention and treatment of diseases that threaten people and animals around the world.What we look for ... In a world of rapid innovation, we seek brave Inventors who want to make an Impact in all aspects of our business, enabling breakthroughs that will affect generations to come. We encourage you to bring your disruptive thinking, collaborative spirit and diverse perspective to our organization. Together we will continue Inventing For Life, Impacting Lives while Inspiring Your Career Growth.INVENT.IMPACT.INSPIRE.NOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTSIn accordance with Managers' Policy - Job Posting and Employee Placement, all employees subject to this policy are required to have a minimum of twelve (12) months of service in current position prior to applying for open positions.If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separation package, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.Current Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HEREUS and Puerto Rico Residents Only:Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.For more information about personal rights under Equal Employment Opportunity, visit:EEOC PosterEEOC GINA SupplementOFCCP EEO SupplementWe are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., Kenilworth, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: RegularRelocation:DomesticVISA Sponsorship:NoTravel Requirements:10%Flexible Work Arrangements:Work WeekShift:1st - DayValid Driving License:YesHazardous Material(s):Number of Openings: 1

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