Senior Utilities & Sustainability Engineer

Job title:Senior Utilities & Sustainability Engineer

• Location: Singapore

• Hiring Manager: Building & Utilities Engineering Manager
  

Purpose

Vaccines M&S is preparing its future through an ambitious program named Modulus. The Modulus Project is at the cornerstone of Sanofi strategy as it aims at creating a new manufacturing concept consisting of a new generation of evolutive multi-product facilities, modular, adaptable, and agile, leveraging new disruptive technologies, to better address vaccine business challenges.      

As a Senior Utilities & Sustainability Engineer to take up Utility and HVAC systems from Mechanical completion phase and ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of utility systems essential for the manufacturing process. Your responsibilities encompass the testing, commissioning, qualification, Operation and maintenance of various utility and HVAC systems critical for the production and distribution of vaccines. This role demands a strong understanding of engineering principles, particularly in the realm of utilities within pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.

The Senior Utilities & Sustainability engineer will report to Clean Utilities and Sustainability Manager.

Key Area 1: Operation and Maintenance of utility systems

• SME for operation and maintenance of Clean and Black utility systems, and infrastructure services. (Chilled water system, Compressed Air system, Water systems, Steam system, Waste management, RO water, Water for injection, clean gases and solvent systems).

• Coordinate and supervise the operation team to operate all the utility system by 24 X 7 continuous system operation to support plant activities without any interruption.

• Lead for all the trouble shooting of Utility and facility systems.

• Ensure all operation and maintenance activities are meticulously documented to demonstrate compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key Area 2: Operation and Maintenance of HVAC systems

• SME for operation and maintenance of HVAC systems, and infrastructure services. (AHU, FCU, Cold-room, DX units, Dehumidifiers) Lead for all the trouble shooting of HVAC systems. In charge for all the clean room operation and testing.

• Ensure all operation and maintenance activities are meticulously documented to demonstrate compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key Area 3: People Management

• To oversee and manage the utility team/Technicians.

• Manage 24X7 hrs. Utility and HVAC operation with Utility team.

• Prepare and provide coaching/Training to utility team to improve personal and professional career development.

• Overall supervising the External/Internal integrated facility management team.

• Review and update the operation support documents like SOP, PM plan, Training matrix.

• Lead investigations and root cause analysis of repetitive problems and investigate equipment failures as part of deviation investigation and CAPA.

Key Area 4: Sustainability Management

• Responsible for design and implement the sustainability initiatives.

• Utilize quality systems to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Coordinating with statutory authorities for relevant approvals.

• Achieve financial objectives through efficient utility operation, cost improvement actions and optimal cost options.

• Collaborate on interdisciplinary projects and initiatives to optimize operations and drive continuous improvement.

• Conduct site energy conservation audits to identify and implement the Energy conservation measures on utility systems.

• Manage site energy management and water efficiency management systems and prepare reports for submission to statutory agents.

Pre-requisites

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in engineering design software and tools, as well as familiarity with regulatory requirements such as FDA, EMA, HSA regulations and cGMP.

• Proficiency in maintenance and reliability systems, including design, installation, testing, and troubleshooting.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose complex technical issues and implement effective solutions.

• Familiarity with relevant industry codes, standards, and safety regulations

• Project ownership and decision-making skills

• Project scheduling & reporting skills

• Ability to lead contingent staffs, external resources, including vendors & contractors.

• Good team player willing to work for the common goal.
  

Qualification/Requirement

• Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Degree from an accredited technical institution.

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in Utility and Facility system operation and maintenance management, preferably with plant operations in engineering field, preferably with pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Environment and sustainability engineering.

• Preferred with Singapore Certified Energy manager and Boiler Competence certification. Previous experience in sustainability engineering within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with specific experience in vaccine manufacturing highly desirable.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

• Commitment to quality, safety, and compliance in all aspects of utility system operation and maintenance.

• Operational standby for emergency system breakdown. 

Other Requirements for this job

• Familiarity with SAP computerized maintenance management systems is advantageous.

• Familiar with CAPEX project from BOD phase.