Deputy Manager, Mechanical Engineering

3 - 8 years

5 - 10 Lacs

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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

    .

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Amneal Pharmaceuticals

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Bridgewater New Jersey

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