BMS Lead Automation Engineer

at  Alexion PharmaceuticalsInc

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland -

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Immediate05 May, 2025Not Specified06 Feb, 2025N/ASystem Configuration,Gxp,Environmental Monitoring,Soft Skills,Change Control,Building Management Systems,Regulatory Standards,Project Management Skills,Modbus,Hvac Controls,Vendors,BacnetNoNo
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Description:

Regulatory Compliance and Qualification

  • Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical industry regulatory requirements (e.g., GxP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11) for the QBMS system..
  • Maintain complete and accurate documentation for Qualified and Non-Qualified systems, including change control, SOPs, and Automation Change Packs (ACPs)

Responsibilities:

THIS IS WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Building Management System (BMS) Lead Automation Engineer is the system owner of two key foundation Manufacturing Systems within College Park;

  • The Non–Qualified Building Management System (NQBMS) which controls & monitors the sites’ Air Handling Units, Black Utilities & Waste Water systems.
  • The Qualified Building Management System (QBMS) which monitors the sites’ GMP cleanroom environmental conditions, Cold & Freezer Rooms & Controlled Temperature Units (CTUs).

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Engineer to oversee and manage both these systems within our state-of-the-art pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.
In this critical role, you will lead the design, maintenance, and optimisation of BMS infrastructure, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and operational excellence. Experience with Siemens Desigo systems is highly desirable, as is a strong background in managing BMS in a GxP-regulated environment.

YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

The Building Management System (BMS) Automation Lead Engineer is responsible for BMS Design, Operation, and Maintenance

  • Lead the operation, maintenance, and optimisation of Qualified (GxP) and Non-Qualified (non-GxP) Building Management Systems, ensuring seamless functionality across the facility.
  • Oversee the design, configuration, and commissioning of BMS infrastructure, with a focus on maintaining system reliability and compliance.
  • Serve as the technical lead for Siemens Desigo-based systems, leveraging expertise to optimise system performance and troubleshoot complex issues.

Regulatory Compliance and Qualification

  • Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical industry regulatory requirements (e.g., GxP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11) for the QBMS system..
  • Maintain complete and accurate documentation for Qualified and Non-Qualified systems, including change control, SOPs, and Automation Change Packs (ACPs).

Leadership and Collaboration

  • Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for BMS, providing guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality assurance, and facilities management, to ensure alignment of BMS operations with business needs.
  • Manage relationships with external vendors and contractors, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of services and upgrades.

Continuous Improvement and Innovation

  • Identify opportunities to improve system performance, energy efficiency, and sustainability.
  • Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in BMS and apply innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Develop and implement best practices for BMS operations, maintenance, and compliance in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.


REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)

Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing

Engineering Design / R&D

Other

BMS

Proficient

1

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland