Job Abstract

Job Description

Our Company is a global biopharmaceutical leader with a diverse portfolio of prescription medicines, oncology, vaccines, and animal health products. We are driven by our purpose to develop and deliver innovative products that save and improve lives. With employees operating in more than 140 countries, we offer state of the art laboratories, plants and offices that are designed to Inspire our employees as we learn, develop, and grow in our careers. We are proud of our 125 years of service to humanity and continue to be one of the world’s biggest investors in Research & Development.

The vision for the Global Workplace and Enterprise Services (GWES) organization is to improve patient’s lives by providing world-class facility services & solutions that enable innovative research, medicines, & vaccines. We deliver critical building and site services, including facility management, emergency response, utilities (including electricity, steam, chilled water, and potable water), and real estate strategy that provides a positive workplace experience to enable employees to perform their best work. The future of work and needs of the workplace are constantly changing so we are also seeking to re-imagine and continuously improve our operations and supporting business processes for our valued colleagues across the our Company enterprise.

We are seeking a highly experienced and knowledgeable Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, extensive expertise in electrical power systems, and a proven track record working in a heavy industrial environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• As a Senior Electrical Engineer you will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of approximately 60 low voltage substations throughout the facility.

• Closely collaborate with building stakeholders to schedule maintenance and repair activities.

• You will be engineering electrical projects, providing technical guidance, and ensuring the successful delivery within budget and schedule constraints.

• Developing operation and maintenance plans for new and existing substations.

• Responsible for leading and executing complex electrical switching operations.

• Develop and implement electrical master plans for industrial and utility projects, considering factors such as load requirements, system reliability, efficiency, and safety.

• Experience with automatic transfer schemes and emergency generator integration.

• Manage Consultants that design, configure, and maintain protective relay systems for medium voltage electrical distribution networks, ensuring the protection of electrical equipment and the reliability of the power supply.

• Provide technical expertise and support for electrical distribution system troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project managers, building owners, designers, and other engineers to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems within larger projects.

• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and regulations related to electrical engineering, and provide recommendations for process improvements and innovations.

• Mentor and guide junior engineers, providing technical direction and support to help develop their skills and knowledge in electrical engineering.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

• A minimum of [4] years of experience working as an Electrical Power Engineer, with a focus on electrical master planning, protective relay systems, and medium voltage electrical distribution systems.

• Extensive knowledge of NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, and NFPA 70B.

• In-depth knowledge of electrical engineering principles, theories, and concepts related to power systems and distribution networks.

• Expertise in the design, configuration, and maintenance of protective relay systems, including the selection of appropriate relays, coordination studies, and fault analysis.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex electrical systems and propose effective solutions.

• Proficiency in relevant electrical engineering software tools and applications.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Preferred Experience:

• Professional certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) or relevant industry certifications are preferred.

• Experience in coordinating work with Union employees.

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If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separation package, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.

Employees working in roles that the Company determines require routine collaboration with external stakeholders, such as customer-facing commercial, or research-based roles, will be expected to comply not only with Company policy but also with policies established by such external stakeholders (for example, a requirement to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to access a facility or meet with stakeholders).  Please understand that, as permitted by applicable law, if you have not been vaccinated against COVID-19 and an essential function of your job is to call on external stakeholders who require vaccination to enter their premises or engage in face-to-face meetings, then your employment may pose an undue burden to business operations, in which case you may not be offered employment, or your employment could be terminated. Please also note that, where permitted by applicable law, the Company reserves the right to require COVID-19 vaccinations for positions, such as in Global Employee Health, where the Company determines in its discretion that the nature of the role presents an increased risk of disease transmission.

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