Utilities Engineer

Reporting line:

Reporting to higher level: Section Head, Utilities Operations

Job overview:

As the Utilities Supervisor, this position is responsible for Site Electrical System and support the normal operation of the general Facilities and Utilities equipment of the entire factory, including formulating relevant procedures, rationally arranging system operation, and meeting reliability goals.

Responsible for troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, daily monitoring, deviation resolution and prevention of electrical and utility systems to ensure compliance with GMP and HSE requirements.

Main duty:

• Responsible for leading the whole site electrical installation and routine operation/maintenance of electrical system. Be the subject matter expert representing the site.
• Act as a Site Energy Manager or a primary back-up of the appointed Energy Manager
• Knowledge of testing, operations and maintenance of various Electrical Transformers, Switchgears, MCC, RUPS/UPS, Emergency Genset, ATS/MTS, etc.
• Working knowledge and experience in handling LT to HT (230V to 22KV), design of single line/ schematic diagram, electrical layout, cable routing, power and lighting, lightning protection, earthing, breaker sizing, load calculation, code compliance according to local authority requirement.
• Provide timely support to the utility operation team to any related electrical issues and to ensure smooth utility operation.
• Evaluate electrical system's safety, reliability and performance
• Examine needs on new equipment, calculate costs and help prepare budgets.
• Responsible for the general facilities of new construction projects focusing on electrical system installation, electrical equipment selection and installation supervision and commissioning verification.
• Ensure that installations and applications are in line with customer needs, safety standards and electrical standards.
• Responsible for updating GMP related drawings, managing related technical documents and operation records, reviewing and updating each year, and meeting the requirements of customer quality audits and HSA, FDA and EU audits.
• Responsible for the formulation and implementation of annual and monthly operations and maintenance plans for electrical systems and related document records to ensure timely updates, completeness and effectiveness of the maintenance program.
• Manage spare parts effectively related to electrical systems.
• Participate in the renovation project of general facilities system, on-site construction quality control and acceptance, to ensure compliance with relevant GMP laws and regulations and Energy Monitoring System requirements.
• Responsible for troubleshooting of electrical systems, deviation investigation and subsequent CAPA processing.
• Control and reduce consumption of water, electricity and steam to meet energy saving requirements.
• Responsible for on-site 5S improvement and EHS requirements.
• During project phase, the individual is expected to be actively involved and at times doing multiple roles to support the overall success of the greenfield project startup.
• Manage, nurture and guide subordinate employees, and conduct effective assessments.
• Build a high-efficiency team and bring out the initiative, enthusiasm and creativity of each team member.
• Effective inter-departmental communication and collaboration.
• Cultivate and train subordinate employees to improve work skills and work efficiency.
• Other work arranged by the section head, Utilities Operations.

Job requirements:

• Bachelor degree in electrical/electronic, power engineering and other related majors, more than 8 years of relevant work experience in large pharmaceutical, petrol chemical or semiconductor cleanroom environment, and more than 10 years of relevant electrical installation and operations experience for junior college/ polytechnic.
• Certified License electrical worker and energy manager will be ideal
• Have experience in general utilities operations and maintenance or engineering construction, have certain organizational management, communication and coordination skills, and have a strong team spirit.
• Ideally, individual with greenfield startup experiences will be an advantage for this role.
• Good problem-solving skills and be able to guide and supervise the work of subordinates. Responsible for assignment, assessment and motivation of subordinate employees
• Be able to lead by example and have a strong sense of responsibility and can withstand strong work pressure with given timeline.
• Be proficient in operating Office software, and have the ability to review construction technical plans and equipment technical negotiation.
• Have the ability to read and write in English, and be able to communicate in English fluently.