Plant Engineer

Job Title: Plant EngineerDepartment: Engineering Location: Ludhiana Reporting To: Project Head / DirectorPosition OverviewThe Plant Engineer will be responsible for the engineering, installation, and operational readiness of utilities, process equipment, and infrastructure for a greenfield pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. This includes overseeing mechanical, electrical, HVAC, utility, and automation systems to ensure GMP-compliant commissioning, qualification, and handover to production.Key Responsibilities1. Project Execution & CoordinationSupervise and coordinate construction, installation, and commissioning of plant utilities and process equipment (HVAC, compressed air, chilled water, purified water, steam, etc.).Review and approve vendor drawings, GA layouts, and equipment technical documents.Ensure installation work aligns with design intent, URS, and cGMP/Schedule M requirements.Coordinate with civil, electrical, instrumentation, and validation teams for integrated project delivery.Manage timelines, contractors, and vendors to achieve scheduled milestones.2. Utilities & Mechanical SystemsOversee the design, sizing, and installation of systems such as:HVAC: AHUs, ducting, filters, insulation, VFDs, and controls.Water Systems: Purified water, soft water, RO/UF/UV loops, storage and distribution.Thermal Systems: Boilers, hot water generators, and steam condensate recovery systems.Compressed Air: Screw compressors, dryers, receivers, and pipeline networks.Chillers and Cooling Systems: Energy-efficient chillers, pumps, and piping networks.Maintain as-built documentation, P&IDs, and layout drawings.3. Electrical & InstrumentationSupport installation and validation of power distribution systems, MCC panels, VFDs, DBs, and earthing layouts.Coordinate with automation and IT/OT integration teams for PLC, SCADA, and control systems.Ensure system interlocks, alarms, and safety compliance during commissioning.4. Validation & ComplianceParticipate in IQ/OQ/PQ activities for equipment and utilities.Support QA in preparation of engineering and qualification documentation.Maintain records of calibration, maintenance, and validation schedules.Ensure all engineering systems adhere to GMP, ISO, and safety standards.5. Maintenance & Operational HandoverPlan preventive maintenance schedules for plant utilities and mechanical systems.Train operations staff in safe handling and basic troubleshooting.Develop SOPs for equipment operation and maintenance.Qualifications & ExperienceEducation: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial Engineering.Experience: 5–10 years of experience in pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing plant engineering, preferably in a greenfield or expansion project.Knowledge Areas:Utility system design and commissioning.HVAC balancing and qualification.Electrical load distribution and energy efficiency.cGMP, Schedule M, WHO/EU GMP requirements.Project documentation and vendor management.Key CompetenciesStrong technical and analytical ability.Hands-on understanding of equipment installation and validation.Effective coordination between multidisciplinary teams.Vendor and contractor management.Excellent documentation discipline and attention to detail.Familiarity with AutoCAD, MS Project, or equivalent software.Performance Metrics Timely completion of installation and qualification milestones.System uptime and reliability post-handover.Compliance in internal/external audits.Cost control within approved budgets.Quality of engineering documentation and drawings.SalaryUpto 6.5 Lakh CTCHow To ApplyInterested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to gursimarpharma@gmail.com Please include “Plant Engineer Application” in the subject line.