Senior Mechanical Engineer - Cairo at GRIFOLS, S.A.

Cairo, Cairo, Egypt -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance, HVAC, Troubleshooting, Preventive Maintenance, Corrective Maintenance, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Audits, Risk Assessments, Team Management, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, CMMS, Mechanical Systems, Continuous Improvement, Performance Metrics

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

About the job Senior Mechanical Engineer ( Cairo ) Job Objective One sentence summary of the main objective of the job, the most important activities and the means and guidelines to obtain the objectives. Lead and oversee all mechanical maintenance operations of plasma donation and processing equipment, including HVAC, mechanical systems, and firefighting systems. Ensure optimal uptime, safety, and regulatory compliance (e.g. cGMP). Coordinate with cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Environment Internal and external interactions i.e.: with other departments/divisions, international scope, providers, customers) Internal: Quality team, Operation team External: Maintenance service provider, mechanical systems suppliers Key responsibility Supervise the mechanical maintenance team and technicians. Oversee work assignments, performance, and development. Develop, plan, and monitor of the execution of preventive maintenance tasks for mechanical systems per SOPs and manufacturer recommendations. Lead diagnosis and resolution of mechanical failures, coordinating timely corrective maintenance to minimize downtime. Ensure mechanical maintenance activities comply with cGMP and regulatory requirements. Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and ensure strict adherence to SOPs and maintenance protocols. Troubleshoot mechanical and electro-mechanical components using diagnostic tools, coordinate replacement of defective parts. Monitor equipment performance metrics, KPIs, and downtime logs. Implement analysis and root cause investigations. Lead continuous improvement in reliability, efficiency, and safety of mechanical systems. Identify spare parts needs and manage inventory for key mechanical assets. Use CMMS (e.g., SAP PM) to schedule work orders, log maintenance history, downtime, and parts usage. Generate reports and updates on equipment condition and maintenance outcomes. Work closely with Quality, Safety, Operations, and external vendors to coordinate maintenance activities and equipment upgrades. Participate in internal audits and regulatory inspections; support corrective actions where required. Academic experience required Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering with extensive experience. Professional Experience Required At least 7-10 years in mechanical maintenance roles within GMP-regulated environments (pharmaceutical, plasma, healthcare). Proficiency in preventive and corrective maintenance techniques across mechanical systems. In-depth knowledge of mechanical/hydraulic systems, HVAC, pumps, valves, Fire systems. Strong trouble shooting skills using diagnostic instruments and schematics. Computing Skills Competent in CMMS systems (SAP PM or similar) and MS Office. Personal Skills Strong leadership and team management capabilities. Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work under pressure, manage shifts, and handle emergencies. Languages Arabic English

Responsibilities

Supervise the mechanical maintenance team and oversee work assignments and performance. Ensure compliance with cGMP and regulatory requirements while leading continuous improvement initiatives.