Plant Engineer

Job Description:

The Plant Engineer is responsible for planning and executing maintenance of processing equipment in line with approved procedures & schedules, overseeing the operation of processing equipment, resolving processing equipment malfunctions, participating in C&Q activities at site, training and upgrading Operator skills, participating in the move-in, installation, commissioning, and qualification of site utilities while ensuring full compliance with SHE guidelines among other tasks.

Your main responsibilities are:

• Oversee daily operations in Buffer production and fill finish areas, maintaining discipline, collaboration and a culture of teamwork.
• Advance a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment filled with continuous professional development.
• Set workstream performance objectives aligned to those of the department, evaluate direct reports’ performance and provide regular feedback with action plans focused on improvement.
• Train and equip operators with the skills required to operate equipment in all areas.
• Oversee the operation of processing equipment in all areas.
• Execute Planned and Emergency Maintenance of processing equipment in line with approved Maintenance Schedules.
• Resolve processing equipment and systems malfunctions/deviations, and lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) sessions aimed at preventing recurrence using scientific tools such as Why-Why analysis, Ishikawa diagrams, Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and Pareto analysis, among others.
• Promote the extensive integration of digital applications at the site, including but not limited to COMOS, Beamex CMX, CMMS, eQMS, among others, within business processes.
• Contribute to the asset management strategy by anticipating end-of-life, obsolescence, and replacement requirements.

What you have to offer:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Mechatronics Engineering. A master's degree in any Engineering discipline is considered an added advantage.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in a Plant/Maintenance Engineering role in the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Petrochemical or Chemical Manufacturing industry.
• Ability to speak fluent English Language
• Sound engineering knowledge of utility equipment (HVAC, refrigeration, air compressors, WFI plant, steam generators) operations is essential.
• Deep Understanding of Vapor compression Refrigeration and & Vapor Absorption Refrigeration Systems.
• Sound knowledge of cGMP and facility validation for the pharmaceutical industry will be an advantage.

Your Benefits:

BioNTech is committed to the well-being of our team members and offers a variety of benefits in support of our diverse employee base. We offer competitive remuneration packages, which is determined by the specific role, location of employment and also the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Note: The availability, eligibility and design of the listed benefits may vary depending on the location. The final requirements for the individual use of our benefits are based on the company's internal policies and applicable law.

Skills Required:

• Automotive
• Chemistry / Chemical / Engineering
• Civil / Engineering / Cotm
• Electrician / Electronics / Electrical / Engineering
• Food / Technology / Science / Engineering
• Hydraulics / Water / Engineering
• Industrial / Manufacturing
• Mechanics / Mechanical / Engineering
• Pharmaceutical