Shift maintenance engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Instrumentation Engineer 

Department: Engineering and Maintenance

Level: Expereinced

About Syngene :  Syngene (www.syngeneintl.com) is an innovation-led contract research, development and manufacturing organization offering integrated scientific  services from early discovery to commercial supply.

At Syngene, safety is at the heart of everything we do personally and professionally. Syngene has placed safety at par with business performance with shared responsibility and accountability, including following safety guidelines, procedures and SOPs, in letter and spirit

Mandatory expectation for all roles as per Syngene safety guidelines

• Overall adherence to safe practices and procedures of oneself and the teams aligned
• Contributing to development of procedures, practices and systems that ensures safe operations and compliance to company’s integrity & quality standards
• Driving a corporate culture that promotes environment, health, and safety (EHS) mindset and operational discipline at the workplace at all times.
• Ensuring safety of self, teams and lab/plant by adhering to safety protocols and following environment, health, and safety (EHS) requirements at all times in the workplace.
• Ensure all assigned mandatory trainings related to data integrity, health, and safety measures are completed on time by all members of the team including self
• Compliance to Syngene’ s quality standards at all times
• Hold self and their teams accountable for the achievement of safety goals
• Govern and Review safety metrics from time to time

Core Purpose of the Role:

This role supports the Instrumentation and Automation function within Biologics Manufacturing and Process Development. It ensures GMP-compliant maintenance, real-time monitoring, and control of critical systems. The role demands hands-on expertise in instrumentation, automation platforms, and compliance documentation to ensure operational excellence and audit readiness.

Role Accountabilities

• Primary Responsibilities:

Adherence to safe practices and procedures for self and team

Exposure to bioreactor instrumentation, aseptic processing, and environmental monitoring systems

Execution of preventive maintenance of field instruments and control systems

Ensuring safety and compliance with EHS protocols and Syngene quality standards

Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills

• Specific Responsibilities:

Maintain facility and equipment in GMP-compliant state

Support FAT/SAT, commissioning, and validation of instrumentation

Interface with PLCs, SCADA, and DCS systems for real-time monitoring and control

Troubleshoot signal issues (4–20 mA, HART, Modbus) and coordinate with automation teams

Install, calibrate, and maintain sensors, transmitters, analyzers, and control instruments

Maintain SOPs, calibration logs, and change control documentation

Participate in deviation investigations, CAPA closure, and risk assessments

Execute breakdown activities as per shift schedules

Lead root cause analysis and reliability initiatives

Recommend upgrades or replacements based on lifecycle cost and performance metrics

Plan and execute maintenance and qualification activities

Ensure vendor compliance with internal safety standards during maintenance tasks

Identify and maintain critical spares inventory

Syngene Values

All employees will consistently demonstrate alignment with our core values

•  Excellence
•  Integrity
•  Professionalism

Specific requirements for this role

1. Demonstrated Capability
2. Education

Experience - Foundational

Hands-on experience in biopharma or pharmaceutical manufacturing

Proficiency in calibration tools, HART communicators, and CMMS platforms

Experience with cleanroom instrumentation, BMS, and utility systems (WFI, HVAC, steam)

Skills and Capabilities

Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of instrumentation systems in biopharma environments.

Hands-on experience with PLC, DCS, SCADA, HMI, and VFD systems.

Proficiency in troubleshooting signal protocols (4–20 mA, HART, Modbus).

Skilled in calibration, installation, and maintenance of sensors and control instruments.

Familiarity with cleanroom instrumentation, BMS, and utility systems (WFI, HVAC, steam).

Ability to interpret and maintain SOPs, calibration logs, and change control documentation.

Experience in deviation investigations, CAPA closure, and risk assessments.

Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Collaborative team player with effective communication across cross-functional teams.

Commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement in GMP settings.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, or related engineering discipline.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Syngene to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable legislation or local law. In addition, Syngene will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.