Facilities Engineer I SDF

About the Department

For more than 100 years Novo Nordisk has been tackling the unmet medical needs of people living with serious chronic diseases such as diabetes & obesity. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

In NC we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our Emerging Technologies -Solid Dosage Forms USfacility in Durham NC is a 194000 square foot tableting and packaging facility that supports the production of our innovative oral treatments for patients with type 2 diabetes. SDF maintains a curious and pioneering spirit harmonious with our growing pipeline of new products and emerging technologies.

What we offer you:

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk you will find opportunities resources and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

The purpose of this position is to contribute to the establishment of all utilities systems for the OFP site Durham. Responsibilities include but are not limited to writing/reviewing specifications; design reviews; equipment installation; commissioning & qualifications; SOP development; maintenance development & training & management of cost quality & schedule within area of responsibility. Establish & maintain positive working relationship with internal & external engineering team & stakeholders. Accountable to ensure all activities are aligned with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) program requirements.

Relationships

Reports to Senior Manager OFP.

Essential Functions

• Create & maintain system specifications for black & clean utilities
• Support all design installation commissioning qualification training activities for black & clean utilities
• Provide additional technical support to project team as required
• Adhere to all quality & environmental regulations within area of responsibility
• Support technical development of facilities technicians after handover to LOB
• Continuous process improvement using cLEAN concepts
• Maintain & establish standards for procedures & maintenance plans
• All safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other accountabilities as assigned

Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Ability to be on feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. Occasionally performs critical job functions in extremely cold work environments. Occasionally positions oneself within confined spaces for inspection repair & maintenance of equipment. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. Occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions. Able to pass a driving exam for powered industrial trucks. Does not require a valid drivers license.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in mechanical electrical or chemical engineering or an equivalent combination of education & industry experience required
• With an Associates degree in engineering field of study must have a minimum of six (6) years internal NN experience in clean & black utilities or similar systems required
• Two (2) years of engineering experience in a manufacturing facility preferred
• Knowledge & experience in the operations maintenance & design of cGMP utilities as well as working in a regulated environment (FDA cGMP OSHA) preferred
• Knowledgeable in black utilities system to include chilled water plant steam compressed air vacuum & wastewater management a plus
• Knowledgeable in clean utilities system to include process water clean steam process air vacuum & cryogenic storage a plus
• Ability to read/review design drawings (CAD) with a basic understanding of P&ID HVAC & electrical systems preferred
• Understanding of technical documents such as URS SAT FAT validation protocols a plus
• Understanding of complicated product documentation & standard operating procedures with attention to high-level concepts a plus
• Computer literacy with associated systems preferred
• Ability to plan coordinate & prioritize activities to ensure optimal use of resources in the department preferred

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk were not chasing quick fixes were creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years weve been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of whats possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives seek out bold ideas and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together were making healthcare more accessible treating and defeating diseases and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us you become part of something bigger a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race ethnicity color religion sex gender identity sexual orientation national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local state or federal laws rules or regulations.

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