Job Description

UFM Engineer (WDA)

The Opportunity

Develop strategies that align with business imperatives

Based in Singapore, the regional hub for Asia Pacific (AP) and top-ranked biopharmaceutical company on the Straits Times and Statista’s list of Best Employers in Singapore for two consecutive years (2020, 2021).

Join the premier biopharmaceutical company that has been in Singapore for more than 25 years and in AP for over 60 years.

Our Engineers support internal and external manufacturing operations remain operational, continuously improve and innovate. With our extensive range of facilities and environments, our Engineers have opportunities across many diverse areas including Biological, Chemical, Automation, Capital Projects, Maintenance, Safety, Process Development, Technical Services, Utilities and Validation.

What you will do

Critical Responsibilities but not limited to:

Support Utilities and Facilities day to day maintenance activities at Singapore manufacturing sites. Identifies and executes improvement on routine work activities

Assist in Electrical/Instrument/Mechanical/Utilities/Process engineering and troubleshooting support with the goal to increase operational efficiencies and minimize maintenance expenses

Supervises maintenance technicians to support unit operations and/or run the utilities plant

Standby for any emergency repair support after office hours I weekends and public holidays

Assist during the calibration of instruments, selection and installation of utilities and related automation systems

Works on the improvement of PM (Preventive Maintenance)/PdM (Predictive Maintenance) plans and procedures

Support MRO spares creation and optimization program

Assist in installation, modification, fabrication, testing, servicing and repairs of equipment; adhere to site change control procedures

Assist in overseeing testing, commissioning, qualification (IQ, OQ) activities are executed in compliance with site qualification procedures

Support deviation management process and investigations relating to utilities and facilities

Manages maintenance related project schedule, costs and quality utilizing proper controls. Establishes SHE objectives for projects and leads the implementation of systems. Ensures that maintenance projects deliverables are met and all associated documentation is established

Support in improvement studies to enhance equipment or system efficiency, reduce energy cost/usage and other cost saving/avoidance projects

Support in utilities related automation systems change impact assessment and implementation

Supervise and oversee Third Party Contractors. Act as contractor liaison, raise contractor management documentation and support contractor qualification process

Participate in SHE, Business Compliance, cGMP and all other compliance-related matters, where applicable

Performs job assignments by Supervisor pertaining to equipment or system or documentation or housekeeping

Any other tasks as and when assigned by Supervisors

What you must have:

Bachelor Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Experience:

Preferably 2-3 years relevant technical experience in the manufacturing industry, including:

Utilities and facilities equipment operation, reliability and maintenance planning

Project management skills, including problem-solving, developing and implementing technical solutions, planning and scheduling implementations, working with multi-functional teams

Continuous improvement, Lean Six Sigma methodology and application of Lean tools will be an advantage

Functional Competencies:

Demonstrated utilities operation, project management skills to execute small maintenance projects, to complete project successfully within budget, schedule and quality requirements

Knowledge of applicable regulations and divisional policies/guidelines, especially equipment design, equipment qualification, preventive maintenance and calibration

Develops an awareness of Engineering and Compliance standards through assigned tasks and training

Develops an awareness of the practical application of theoretical engineering knowledge

Develops an understanding of planning related to assigned engineering role

Assists in planning related to assigned engineering role

Assists in the providing of data to support risk-based decision

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

Limitless opportunities across various areas in Manufacturing; well-structured career path 

A state-of-the-art facility that delivers solution to its customers world-wide

Highly engaging team that aims to innovate the future

Our Manufacturing & Supply Division is committed to be the most trusted supplier of biopharmaceuticals worldwide. Our facilities, along with our external contractors, suppliers, and partners, create an interdependent global manufacturing network that’s committed to delivering a high quality, reliable supply to customers and patients on time, every time.

What we look for…

Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world. Here, you have that opportunity. You can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery, or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time. Our team is constantly evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us—and start making your impact today.

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Required Skills:

Applied Engineering, cGMP Compliance, Change Management, Data Analysis, Energy Saving Programs, Engineering Procurement Construction and Installation (EPCI), Engineering Standards, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis FMEA, Lean Six Sigma Continuous Improvement, Maintenance Planning, Manufacturing Quality Control, Mechatronics, Process Design, Project Engineering, Project Estimations, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Technical Problem-Solving, Utilities Management, Written Communication

 Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

08/22/2025

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Requisition ID:R357442