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Sr Manufacturing Engineer I - Facilities/Utilities (Open)

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company founded in 1987. Together we deliver life-saving therapies to patients in need. With the commitment and drive you bring to the workplace every day, you will be part of a team that is changing the world and helping millions of people live healthier, more fulfilling lives. Our worldwide staff is a close community where you can see the tangible results of your contributions, where every individual matters, and everyone has a chance to enhance their skills through ongoing development. Our scientific focus has resulted in marketed products that are benefiting hundreds of thousands of people, a pipeline of late-stage drug candidates, and unmatched patient access programs to ensure medications are available to those who could otherwise not afford them. By joining Gilead, you will further our mission to address unmet medical needs and improve life by advancing the care of patients with life-threatening diseases.
Role and Responsibilities:
  • Complies with all safety regulations and current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
  • Plans tracks and executes projects for the in the design, modifications, and maintenance of Utility System, HVAC Systems, Refrigeration Systems and Facilities.
  • Supports the Implementation the Site Reliability Strategy for Utility System
  • Provides engineering expertise and guidance in planning and financial justification, start-up activities, scale-up processes, implementation, process improvements, and validation.
  • Performs general evaluation studies of Utility System and HVAC Systems.
  • Leads trouble shooting efforts on Utility System and HVAC Systems.
  • Prepares required engineering and manufacturing documentation.
  • Provides accurate budget estimates for capital equipment and projects.
  • Independently, works on the resolution of engineering issues of a routine nature.
  • Manages assigned projects through completion with limited direct supervision.
Knowledge and Skills:
  • Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceuticals industry desirable.
  • Demonstrates a working knowledge of process engineering systems, methods and procedures.
  • Demonstrates a working knowledge of automated process control systems, GMP Utility Systems (Water for Injection (WFI), Clean/Pure Steam, Clean Dry Air, etc), Refrigeration Systems and HVAC systems.
  • Demonstrates a working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and safety regulations.
  • Demonstrates strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Develops solutions to routine problems.
  • Utilizes established precedents and policies.
Required Education:                   
  • 7+ years of relevant experience and a BS in engineering (Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred).
  • 5+ years of relevant experience and a MA or MBA.