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Electrical Engineer

  1. North America, United States
Ohio
  1. Contract
Competitive
  1. CAPEX Projects
35837
Electrical Engineer - Pharmaceuticals - 12-Month Contract 

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Electrical Engineer to join our major, global pharmaceutical client on their latest new-build project based in Ohio, this is a large-scale greenfield capital project and investing more than $1bn.

Primary deliverables of this project:
  • Facility Start-Up:
    • Support design reviews and ensure power distribution systems meet project specifications and operational requirements.
    • Conduct process safety assessments and participate in commissioning and qualification activities (C&Q).
    • Define user requirements and oversee the operational readiness of electrical systems, including SOP development, maintenance strategy, and pre-startup safety reviews.
    • Provide expertise in alarm requirements, performance qualification protocols, and initial operations training as the subject matter expert for electrical equipment.
  • Design and Engineering Responsibilities:
    • Oversee the design and integration of site-wide power distribution systems, including high- and low-voltage networks, switchgear, transformers, and backup power systems.
    • Ensure designs meet regulatory and operational standards, including energy efficiency and reliability goals.
    • Collaborate with the design team to optimize layouts for electrical equipment and utilities within the facility.
    • Review and approve technical drawings, P&IDs, and electrical specifications for equipment.
    • Evaluate and recommend innovative electrical solutions to enhance system reliability and scalability.
  • Facility Operations:
    • Monitor, assess, and document electrical equipment performance to maintain qualification standards.
    • Develop and maintain the basis of safety for electrical systems and equipment.
    • Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance system efficiency and reliability.
    • Perform root cause analysis for equipment failures and implement corrective and preventative actions.
    • Collaborate with maintenance teams to schedule and execute calibration, testing, and routine maintenance activities.

Must Have Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical preferred).
  • 3+ years of experience in electrical design or manufacturing operations, with a focus on power distribution systems.
  • Experience in high- and low-voltage electrical systems, including transformers, switchgear, and UPS systems.
  • Proven ability to support commissioning and qualification (C&Q) activities for large-scale manufacturing facilities.
  • Knowledge of regulatory and safety standards for electrical systems in industrial or GMP environments.

Nice to Have Experience:
  • Experience with API manufacturing or other large-scale chemical or pharmaceutical production facilities.
  • Familiarity with process safety assessments and electrical hazard mitigation.
  • Knowledge of energy-efficient electrical system design and renewable energy integration.
  • Hands-on experience with electrical control systems and automation integration.
  • Strong understanding of continuous improvement methodologies and tools.



If this role is of interest to you, please apply now! 

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