Manufacturing Engineer

Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences

Indianapolis, IN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
AutoCAD, Best Practices, Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Chemical Engineering, Commissioning, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Documentation, Drug Manufacturing, Energy & Utilities, Energy Efficiency, Engineering Drawing, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Equipment Specification, FDA Requirements, Facilities Engineering, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Identify Issues, Industrial Engineering, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - HVAC, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Mechanical Engineering, Operational Support, Operations Management, Performance Management, Preventative Maintenance, Project Design, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Engineering, Safety Standards, Startup, Systems Maintenance, Technical Support
LOCATION
Indianapolis, IN
POSTED
21 days ago

Job Summary:

  • We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support pharmaceutical manufacturing operations in Indianapolis, IN.
  • The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, troubleshooting, optimizing, and maintaining critical utility systems such as HVAC, chilled water, steam, compressed air, and process gases.
  • This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, compliant, and energy-efficient facility operations within a GMP/cGMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment.

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Design, troubleshoot, optimize, and maintain utility systems including HVAC, chilled water, steam, compressed air, and process gases.
  • Support pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities by ensuring reliable and energy-efficient utility operations.
  • Develop and review P&IDs, engineering calculations, and equipment specifications.
  • Provide technical support during project design, installation, commissioning, qualification, and startup activities.
  • Conduct root-cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive maintenance solutions.
  • Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and project teams to minimize downtime and improve system performance.
  • Ensure compliance with cGMP, FDA/EMA regulations, safety standards, and engineering best practices.
  • Support equipment troubleshooting, maintenance planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Utilize AutoCAD for engineering drawings and documentation updates.

Experience:

  • Experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry required
  • Hands-on experience working in GMP/cGMP-regulated environments
  • Strong background in utility systems and/or facilities engineering
  • Experience with commissioning, qualification, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and engineering documentation
  • Mid/Junior Level: 2–7 years of relevant experience
  • Senior Level: 8+ years of relevant experience
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering discipline preferred



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