Power Plant - Oper Eng I

Job Description

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity with a rapidly growing pharmaceutical manufacturer? If so, then this is the opportunity for you!

• Under the supervision of the Watch Engineer, observes and operates all outside utilities distribution systems, and auxiliary equipment in order to provide adequate services to all sections of the site

• Is responsible for the operation and monitoring of the turbo- generators, auxiliary equipment associated with same, including turbine room switchgear

• Operates all water conditioning equipment associated with the power plant including reverse osmosis units, deionizers, polishers, filters, U.V. system, ozone systems and site process cooling water systems

• This position will require the testing, treatment, and adjustments to the heater, boilers, cooling towers, Deionized (DI) water, Reverse Osmosis (RO) water for proper chemistry

• Under the supervision of the Watch Engineer observes and operates 900#, 135# steam boilers, steam turbines and their auxiliaries.

• Must have a thorough knowledge of boilers, piping, and auxiliaries and have a practical knowledge of the control instruments

• The position will require the testing, treatment and adjustments to the heater and boilers for proper chemistry

• 8 hour Rotating Shift Work 6AM-2PM, 2PM-10PM, 10PM-6AM

• Works from verbal and written instructions, governed by special operating procedures received from the Watch Engineer. Otherwise works from standard operating procedures

• Exchanges operating information from previous shift and relays it on to relieving shift

• Works under the supervision of Watch Engineer, who has the responsibility of spot checking these positions during each shift

• Trains persons assigned to them for qualifications or advancement to a higher classification

• Must practice proper Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) and documentation requirements

License Requirements:

• NJ Blue Seal (1-C) 3rd Class Engineer License or Higher

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Education Requirement:

• High School Diploma /GED

Required experience and skills:

• New Jersey Blue Seal 3rd Class Engineers (1-C) license.

• Previous powerplant operating experience.

• Ability, fitness, and skill.

Shift/Schedule:

• Successful candidate must be able and willing to work a rotating shift schedule

Compensation range is $39.72 to $49.90

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

1st - Day, 2nd - Evening, 3rd - Night

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Job Posting End Date:

06/1/2026

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