Job Description

Description:

The Deputy Manager - Mechanical Engineering will be responsible for ensuring reliable operation, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement of plant utilities, process equipment, and mechanical systems in compliance with pharmaceutical industry standards (cGMP, USFDA, EHS). The role requires hands-on expertise in maintenance planning, project execution, vendor management, and team leadership.

Key Functions

1. Maintenance & Reliability

Plan, schedule, and oversee preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance of mechanical equipment. Ensure maximum uptime of critical utilities like chillers, AHUs, boilers, compressors, WFI systems, HVAC, and clean utilities. Troubleshoot equipment issues and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

2. Project Management

Support installation, commissioning, and validation of new equipment and mechanical systems. Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Production, QA, EHS, Projects) for smooth project execution. Review technical drawings, P&IDs, and equipment specifications.

3. Compliance & Documentation

Ensure all activities comply with GMP, USFDA, MHRA, and other regulatory guidelines. Maintain proper documentation of maintenance activities, calibration records, and equipment logbooks. Participate in regulatory and internal audits, providing technical support and CAPA implementation.

4. Energy & Cost Optimization

Monitor utility consumption (water, electricity, steam, compressed air) and drive energy efficiency projects. Identify cost-saving initiatives without compromising compliance and safety.

5. People & Vendor Management

Lead and mentor a team of engineers, technicians, and operators. Develop training programs for skill enhancement. Liaise with vendors, service providers, and OEMs for spares, AMC contracts, and technical support.

Additional Responsibilities

Support

engineering CAPEX planning

and track budget utilization. Drive

continuous improvement initiatives

(Kaizen, Six Sigma, Lean) in equipment performance and energy savings. Ensure

statutory compliance

for boilers, pressure vessels, lifting tools, and fire safety equipment. Participate in

safety committees

and promote a strong EHS culture in maintenance activities. Coordinate with

Quality Assurance

for qualification & requalification of mechanical systems. Develop and implement

SOPs

for engineering operations and preventive maintenance. Provide technical inputs during

new facility design and expansions

.

Education:

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (mandatory).

Experience:

8-12 years of experience in Engineering & Maintenance within the Pharmaceutical - API

Key Skills

Strong knowledge of

pharmaceutical engineering systems

(HVAC, WFI, clean utilities, sterile area equipment). Expertise in

preventive and predictive maintenance

. Familiarity with

regulatory requirements

(GMP, cGMP, USFDA, MHRA, EHS). Good understanding of

engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical documentation

. Proficiency in

root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and problem-solving

. Strong leadership, planning, and team management skills. Vendor negotiation and contract management abilities. * Computer literacy (MS Office, SAP/CMMS preferred).