Job Description
Job Purpose
Organizes plans directs and supports Production Project Validation and Maintenance activities in order that equipment systems and facilities are safe efficiently utilized reliable and meet cGMP regulatory or production requirements.
Main Responsibilities
Assists in the Mechanical Electrical and Instrumentation (MEI) engineering providing troubleshooting support with the goal of increasing operational efficiencies and minimizing maintenance expenses
Assists in the support of unit operations and/or running the utility plant equipment
Supports the corrective and preventive maintenance for MEI systems
Completes compliance-related requirements
Completes jobs assigned by Supervisor pertaining to installation modification fabrication testing servicing and repairs of equipment with adherence to site change control procedures or minor projects requirements
Assists in performing testing commissioning and qualification (IQ OQ) activities
Assists in maintenance related project schedule costs and quality utilising proper controls. This could be a sub-component of a larger project
Assists in the evaluation of design solutions and provide feedback for the project team
Assists in the scoping development execution and documentation of upgrade projects
Assists in process control systems projects
As part of a project team or Individually responsible for the scoping development execution and documentation of small projects within the allotted timeline budget design requirements and established quality standards.
Identifies executes and makes improvement on routine work activities
Assists in the assessment or improvement studies to enhance equipment or system efficiency reduce energy costs or usage and other cost saving avoidance projects
Completes job assignments by Supervisor pertaining to equipment system documentation or housekeeping
Assists in monitoring the performance and implementing Safety Health and Environment (SHE) improvement initiatives (i.e. audits training etc)
Provides technical support to process control systems projects. Works under guidance to ensure compliance with corporate industry regulatory and computer validation standards
Assists in the selection and installation of automation systems
Assists with software development configuration programming and documentation for various automation platforms
Works under guidance of Senior Engineer to perform system security back-up & recovery managing electronic records and performance monitoring duties
Helps with developing technical procedures and related change management documentation
Participates in SHE Business Compliance cGMP and all other compliance-related matters where applicable
Supervises and oversees Third Party Contractors where applicable
Completes any other tasks as and when assigned by Supervisors
Technical Competencies
Develops an awareness of Engineering and Compliance standards through assigned tasks and training
Develops an awareness of the practical application of theoretical engineering knowledge
Develops an understanding of planning related to assigned engineering role
Assists in planning activities related to assigned engineering role
Assists in the providing of data to support risk-based decisions
cGMP Standards
Understands and follows appropriate training in cGMP principles
Shows basic knowledge of the principles and importance of cGMP regulations and Worldwide Quality Standards related to the execution of assigned work
Provides solutions to routine and a wide variety of problems ranging from simple to moderate in scope and complexity
Able to assess the situation and understand when to escalate to a higher level
Develops competency in root cause analysis
Qualification
Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/ Mechatronics / Electrical or Instrumentation & Control Engineering) or equivalent
Other Competencies and Personal Attributes
Develops skills associated with providing logically structured grammatically correct report writing
Provides accurate routine verbal and written communications
Provides and presents information in a clear and unambiguous manner
Required Skills:
Accountability cGMP Compliance Change Management Communication Data Analysis Energy Saving Programs Engineering Design Engineering Standards Failure Mode and Effects Analysis FMEA Lean Six Sigma Continuous Improvement Maintenance Planning Management Process Manufacturing Quality Control Process Design Project Estimations Prompt Engineering Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Technical Problem-Solving Utilities Management Written CommunicationPreferred Skills:
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Employee Status:
Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)Relocation:
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Travel Requirements:
Flexible Work Arrangements:
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Job Posting End Date:
01/20/2026*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFOREthe listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.
Required Experience:
Intern
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