Process Equipment and Reliability Engineer I-ll

AGC Biologics$70K — $130K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in equipment reliability or process engineering in a GMP-regulated environment.
  • Proven leadership skills in a dynamic manufacturing setting.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, particularly in complex technical scenarios.
  • Familiarity with digital reliability tools and methodologies, such as predictive monitoring and CMMS.
  • A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational resilience.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team focused on reliability and safety improvements.
  • Define and execute the asset reliability strategy for efficient equipment operation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance equipment performance and address technical issues.
  • Implement lifecycle planning and data-driven initiatives for long-term asset health.
  • Utilize modern reliability tools to optimize maintenance practices and reduce downtime.
  • Develop preventive and predictive maintenance programs aligned with production needs.
  • Oversee equipment issue investigations and establish effective corrective actions.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to shape the reliability vision and operational strategy of the facility.
  • Exposure to advanced reliability technologies and industry best practices.
  • Collaborative team environment fostering professional development.
  • Role influences critical aspects of manufacturing reliability and product quality.
  • Leadership opportunities in a fast-paced biopharmaceutical context.
Full Job Description
Job Title - Process Equipment and Reliability Engineer l-ll

Job Location - Cranbury NJ

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced engineering leader who is energized by the challenge of elevating equipment performance in a dynamic biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role shapes the site's long-term reliability vision while providing hands-on technical leadership for critical process and utility systems. The ideal candidate brings strong problem-solving capabilities, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for building high-performing, future-ready operations.

Job Responsibilities
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers and technicians, fostering a culture centered on reliability, safety, and continuous improvement.• Define and execute the site's asset reliability strategy, ensuring equipment operates safely, efficiently, and compliantly.
• Partner with cross-functional teams-Manufacturing, Quality, MSAT, Facilities, Supply Chain-to strengthen equipment performance and resolve complex technical issues.
• Drive long-term asset health through lifecycle planning, risk assessments, and data-driven improvement initiatives.
• Champion the use of modern reliability tools, digital technologies, and predictive insights to optimize maintenance and minimize downtime.
• Guide the development of preventive and predictive maintenance programs that support production needs and operational efficiency.
• Lead investigations into equipment issues and implement sustainable corrective strategies.
• Support new equipment introduction-from design review to commissioning and qualification-ensuring system readiness for GMP manufacturing.
• Represent reliability engineering during audits, inspections, and cross-functional technical forums.
• Contribute to engineering documentation, ensuring clarity, compliance, and alignment with regulatory expectations.

What You'll Bring
  • A strong foundation in equipment reliability, maintenance strategy, or process engineering within a GMP-regulated or highly technical environment.
  • The ability to lead within a collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing organization.
  • Comfort navigating complex equipment challenges and driving practical, long-term solutions.
  • Experience with reliability methodologies and digital tools (e.g., predictive monitoring, CMMS platforms, asset analytics).
  • A forward-thinking approach that continuously seeks better ways to strengthen system performance, reduce risk, and enhance operational resilience.


Why This Role Matters
This position plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the performance of the facility's most critical assets. Your leadership will directly influence manufacturing reliability, product quality, and the site's long-term operational strategy. You will have the opportunity to shape how we work, modernize how we manage equipment, and build a culture that values innovation, accountability, and technical excellence.

The anticipated salary for this position is $70,000-130,000

The job description does not intend to list all the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. An employee holding this position would be required to perform other job-related duties/responsibilities based on their expertise and the company's business needs.

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