Senior Reliability Engineer

Senior Reliability Engineer

Location: Bothell, Washington, USA

Job Type: Full time

Posted: 9 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: JR100574

Our purpose is to bring hope to life by enabling life-changing therapies for patients around the globe, creating a healthier and happier tomorrow. Our mission is to work side by side with our customers in order to improve patients’ lives by bringing new biopharmaceuticals to market.

JOB SUMMARY

The Reliability Engineer will be a highly qualified SME in manufacturing reliability. This individual will be a critical member of our engineering team responsible for the following disciplines (Process, Electrical, Automation, Mechanical, HVAC, etc.) to support the project. The Reliability Engineer is a key member of the EOS team and will be responsible for developing and implementing the strategic approach to maintenance and reliability for all site assets.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead cross-site working teams to monitor and implement current industry best practices specific to reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) and reporting.
• Identify and implement Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and metrics, which drive maintenance efficiency and asset utilization opportunities.
• Establish collaborative working relationships with each site/campus, as well as other internal and external functions to identify processes for improvement, oversee and track quality systems, and lead participation in industry benchmarking activities.
• Work directly with the planning and spare parts teams to integrate robust maintenance planning and spare parts kitting to optimize maintenance technician utilization.
• Implement an Asset Reliability strategy that will maximize the Uptime of the assets, develop robust preventative maintenance plans, optimize spare parts inventory, embed predictive maintenance practices, and reduce the risk of having unplanned failure.
• Periodically update all maintenance job plans to address and avoid equipment failure using historical data, while meeting all of the quality standards set forth by the company and government regulations.

LEADERSHIP SKILLS

• Adaptable; must be willing to remain flexible to accommodate changing business conditions, work requirements and scheduling needs in a rapidly changing environment.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast paced environment and available to provide on-call support when needed.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with multi-level audiences.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• BS/MS in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical)
• Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant industry experience in Operational Engineering roles, supporting operations, improving performance.
• Five (5) years’ experience in pharmaceutical or other GMP-regulated industry.
• Minimum of three (3) years of leading continuous improvement of maintenance functions, planning, and performance measurement.
• Minimum of three (3) years troubleshooting automated process equipment and/or clean utility systems in Biotech/Pharma Process.
• Experience working or implementing RCM, TPM programs.
• Experience performing risk and criticality assessments for process equipment and implement CBM (Condition-based monitoring) program via Vibration, ultrasonic, infra-red and oil testing regimes.
• Experience writing reports for senior colleagues outlining new concepts, testing outcomes, and ongoing efficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain clear and accurate documentation of process equipment or manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated attention to detail with the ability to focus on the project or task at hand and consistently deliver error free results.
• Demonstrated proficiency with all Windows based programs, knowledgeable with any CMMS program.
• Demonstrated ability to write investigations and standard operating procedures (SOP’s).

Preferred:

• Master's degree is highly preferable.
• EIT or PE highly desirable.
• RCM Certification desirable.
• CMRP Certification desirable.
• CRE Certification desirable.
• Senior level experience in biotech industry is preferred.

COMPENSATION RANGE
$108,080.00 - $148,610.00

AGC Biologics is a leading global biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with a strong commitment to delivering the highest standard of service as we work side-by-side with our clients and partners, every step of the way.

AGC Biologics offers a highly competitive compensation package and a friendly, collaborative culture that values personal initiative and professional achievement. AGC Biologics is an equal opportunity employer.