Facilities Engineer jobs in Pittsfield, MA

Position Summary

The Facilities Engineer will supply engineering expertise to support and continually improve mechanical systems at BSM within the requirements of relevant regulations, cGxPs and the BSM Quality Management System. The Facilities Engineer will perform all work under the supervision and direction of the Senior Engineering Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Be the primary contact (Subject Matter Expert SME) within a specific discipline/specialty
• Manage, install, trouble shoot and repair mechanical systems and develop detailed reports documenting all work 
• Handle intermediate level of complexity issues/non-routine problems based on analysis of multiple factors referring more complex issues to Manager
• Make appropriate recommendations for modifications and upgrades to current and future equipment
• Support/recommend capital projects and process improvements
• Respond to notice(s) of system failures
• Data collection and/or evaluation
• Interact with vendors and clients 
• Support audit inquiries
• Create drawings and operating instructions when needed
• Perform engineering calculations when needed
• Support operations and facilities as needed
• Carry out all job responsibilities in a safe manner
• Provide for the safety and well-being of operators, maintenance and other personnel
• Other duties as assigned

Regulatory Responsibilities  

• Conduct all work within the requirements and procedures of the BSM Quality System

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Mentor and guide less experienced team members within discipline/specialty area

Experience

• Up to two (2) years pharmaceutical facility experience preferred

Education

• Bachelors or Master’s engineering degree or equivalent extensive experience and training 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficient at trouble-shooting systems
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of common materials, engineering methods and process controls
• Knowledge of design techniques, principles, tools and instruments involved in the production and use of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings and models
• Experience with Microsoft Office, and general computer proficiency
• PLC/Automation systems
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Well-organized 
• Agility to working in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication skills

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to meet gowning requirements  
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as required 
• Satisfactory audio-visual acuity.
• Ability to sit or stand for prolong periods of time
• Ability to walk between locations
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders   
• Fine and gross motor skills to manipulate equipment and tools