Critical Utilities Engineer
About Astellas
At Astellas we are making treatments that matter to people. We are tackling the toughest health challenges, placing the patient at the heart of everything we do. Through our global vision for Patient Centricity, we integrate the patient experience into our everyday working practices. We have developed ground breaking medicines in immunology, oncology and urology, improving and saving the lives of patients worldwide. Learn more at Astellas.com
Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?
We are seeking individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas and are committed to making a meaningful impact.
Location and Working Environment
This position is 100% onsite in Tralee, Ireland.
Purpose & Scope
- The Critical Utilities Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, regulatory compliance, procurement, and continuous improvement of all critical utility systems and equipment.
- This role ensures reliable supply and operational performance of utilities in support of manufacturing, laboratory, and facility needs, while maintaining compliance with GMP standards and other relevant regulations.
- Key systems include HVAC, purified water, clean steam, WFI, compressed air, process air, chilled water, process gases, and other building utility services essential to production and quality
Role and Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain operational and maintenance procedures for critical utility systems to ensure reliability, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
- Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for GMP and non-GMP utilities, troubleshooting issues, ensuring system readiness, and supporting change control and qualification activities.
- Monitor system performance and quality compliance, investigate non-conformances, implement CAPA, and generate technical reports for audits, regulatory submissions, and product quality reviews.
- Conduct internal audits and maintain documentation, maintenance logs, and procedures in line with GMP, safety, and regulatory requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement by tracking KPIs (e.g., uptime, energy use, efficiency), promoting utility management standards, and maintaining awareness of relevant regulations and best practices.
- Provide technical leadership and support for facility and engineering projects involving utilities, including shutdown planning, system design input, and regular reporting of risks, performance, and resource needs.
Required Qualifications
- Third level qualification in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related field) or proven relevant experience
- Essential Knowledge & Experience
- Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or industrial environments working with critical utility and facilities systems in GMP settings.
- Strong technical knowledge of utility control systems, automation, environmental controls, and energy optimisation/sustainability practices.
- Excellent documentation, communication, and supervisory skills with a proactive, flexible, and self-motivated approach.
What awaits you at Astellas?
- Global collaboration and connection with like minded life science leaders.
- Real world patient impact through transformative therapies.
- Relentless innovation at the forefront of scientific advancement.
- A culture of growth that supports your development and ambitions.
Our Organizational Values and Behaviors
- Impact
- Innovation
- Integrity
- One Astellas
- Accountability
- Courage
- Sense of Urgency
- Outcome Focus
Benefits
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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