ROLE DETAILS 1 Equipment Maintenance Reliability Engineering - Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to enhance equipment reliability and minimize downtime - Lead root cause analysis and troubleshooting of mechanical failures ensuring timely resolution and documentation - Drive spare parts planning FMEA completion and maintenance SOP adherence across all equipment - Establish and maintain a network of qualified mechanical service vendors and ensure timely execution of maintenance contracts - Monitor equipment performance trends and implement mechanical upgrades or modifications to improve efficiency and compliance Vendor network development for Mechanical works 2 Equipment Qualification - Lead the mechanical design review and technical evaluation of new equipment ensuring alignment with process requirements and regulatory expectations - Prepare and review User Requirement Specifications URS and coordinate with vendors for technical discussions and solution finalization - Oversee and approve Factory Acceptance Testing FAT Site Acceptance Testing SAT and qualification protocols IQ OQ IOQ PQ PRQ PV - Review and validate engineering drawings including P IDs mechanical layouts and utility schematics - Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external agencies for equipment installation commissioning and validation 3 Project Management - Lead the planning design and execution of capital and improvement projects including mechanical infrastructure upgrades and equipment expansions - Monitor project timelines budgets and resource allocations ensuring alignment with business objectives - Identify and implement opportunities for mechanical and operational improvements in safety energy efficiency and productivity - Ensure successful execution of shutdown activities with a focus on mechanical readiness safety and minimal disruption Ensuring Implementation of Global Reliability Program GRP and Capital projects per plan Planning and execution of shutdown activities on safely timely manner 4 Documentation Compliance Audit Readiness - Ensure all engineering activities comply with cGMP GDP GEP and EHS standards - Maintain comprehensive documentation including mechanical specifications risk assessments and validation records - Support internal and external audits regulatory inspections and ensure timely closure of deviations incidents and CAPAs - Drive audit preparedness and ensure all mechanical systems are inspection-ready at all times 5 Reporting Analysis - Track and analyze mechanical equipment performance failure trends and maintenance KPIs - Prepare monthly reports annual budgets and MIS dashboards for leadership review - Ensure financial discipline by managing departmental expenses within approved limits 6 People Leadership Capability Development - Lead mentor and develop a technically strong engineering team with a focus on mechanical competencies - Facilitate structured goal setting performance reviews and Individual Development Plans IDPs - Promote a culture of accountability collaboration and continuous learning - Provide coaching and technical guidance to enhance team capabilities in mechanical troubleshooting project execution and compliance 7 Cultural Organizational Alignment - Embody and promote Pfizer s core values Courage Equity Excellence and Joy - Uphold ethical standards and ensure compliance with workplace legislation related to health safety discrimination and harassment 8 Statutory requirements Expected to conduct themselves in line with relevant legislation pertaining to workplace health and safety discrimination harassment and bullying 9 Environmental Health and Safety Participate in and take responsibility for workplace environment health and safety at the level required for this position following the guidelines in the company Environmental Health and Safety Management System Manual Ensure personnel safety Essential Requirements Education - B E B Tech in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline Experience - 15 years of progressive experience in engineering maintenance and mechanical systems within the pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing industry Core Competencies - Robust knowledge of injectable manufacturing equipment and cleanroom operations - Proficiency in interpreting and reviewing P ID mechanical and utility drawings - Expertise in mechanical systems design troubleshooting and reliability engineering - Familiarity with cGMP regulatory guidelines and statutory compliance - Skilled in project management vendor coordination and capital budgeting - Demonstrated ability in people management coaching and team development - Excellent communication negotiation and interpersonal skills - Cultural awareness and ability to lead diverse teams - Strong execution mindset with a focus on results and continuous improvement Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates Engineering LI-PFE

📌 Equipment Maintenance Lead (Visakhapatnam)
🏢 Pfizer
📍 Visakhapatnam