Equipment Reliability Engineer
Farmingdale, NY 11735 US
Job Description
- Oversee the reliability programs for all production equipment and production control systems in the plant.
- Drive the implementation of reliability engineering practices and programs in the plant.
- Design and implement maintenance procedures and support maintenance management systems (i.e. CMMS) to assure compliance with fundamental maintenance standards and practices.
- Support metrology program to insure reliability of critical instrumentation.
- The position will be responsible for owning preventative maintenance SOPs and updating as applicable.
- Generate concepts/ideas that revolve around equipment/fixture type solutions.
- Design equipment/fixtures with deliverables that are aligned with the requirements of the manufacturing process stakeholders.
- Collaborate with the development team on new product introductions on the design & sourcing of custom equipment. The key skill will be the specifying of equipment.
- Obtain an in-depth knowledge of our existing manufacturing processes to enable cost reduction opportunities to be identified and assessed for appropriateness.
- Develop, analyze and review a variety of operational reports to examine equipment usage, preventative maintenance, efficiency, quality, and other areas implements operational changes as required. This includes developing operating policies and procedures to ensure the efficient use of resources, maintain a safe environment, and produce quality products.
- Generate and manage a detailed Project Plan that ensures equipment/fixture solutions are implemented into the manufacturing area in an effective and timely fashion. Successful implementation will involve building up a strong working relationship with all of the manufacturing process stakeholders.
- Support capital projects (includes aiding in the, installation, commissioning, validation and other related on-boarding activities). Activities to include authoring User Requirement Specifications, Functional Requirement Specifications, Design and equipment specifications.
- Ensuring all applicable equipment is placed in a compliant preventative maintenance system.
- Oversee the reliability programs for all production equipment and production control systems in the plant.
- Drive the implementation of reliability engineering practices and programs in the plant.
- Design and implement maintenance procedures and support maintenance management systems (i.e. CMMS) to assure compliance with fundamental maintenance standards and practices.
- The position will be responsible for owning preventative maintenance SOPs and updating as applicable.
- Support continuous improvement efforts, particularly related to minimizing equipment downtime.
- Maintains a safe work environment and ensures compliance with safety policies and rules.
- Shares responsibility of self-development with immediate supervisor.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or related).
- 5+ years of relevant experience as an equipment engineer in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment is preferred.
Meet Your Recruiter

Mike Schmitz
Technical Recruiter
Mike Schmitz is an esteemed Recruiting Team Leader specializing in the Life Sciences Division. With an impressive tenure of over 12 years at Sterling and a remarkable 16-year career in the recruiting arena, Mike has cemented his reputation as a trailblazer in talent acquisition.
As a Recruiting Team Leader, Mike's understanding of the intricacies within the Life Sciences Division is unparalleled. His expertise positions him as a strategic partner in bridging the gap between talented professionals and opportunities that align with their aspirations.
With a career spanning 16 years, Mike's journey in the recruitment landscape has been defined by his dedication to facilitating more fulfilling careers for skilled professionals. His ability to understand everyone’s unique strengths and match them with roles that foster growth and satisfaction marks him as a true advocate for professional development.
Mike's advice to candidates reflects his commitment to helping them excel: approach every job interview with positivity and authenticity. He firmly believes that a positive attitude and an engaging personality are pivotal in creating lasting impressions. Mike emphasizes that while technical qualifications are crucial, the ability to connect with interviewers and present oneself effectively is equally valuable to prospective employers.