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JOB DESCRIPTION:
Position Title: Reliability Engineer III
Location: Bedford, New Hampshire
Department: Engineering
Reporting To: Engineering Manager
Responsible For (Staff): Yes
The Reliability Engineer drives continuous improvement of equipment and utility system performance by providing technical support, leading the site’s Maintenance Excellence Program (MEP), and implementing best practices that enhance operational reliability in a cGMP environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead and optimize the site’s Maintenance Excellence Program and related reliability processes
- Identify and mitigate reliability risks in equipment, utilities, and control systems
- Analyze failure data to determine long-term corrective actions and preventive strategies
- Develop and maintain the site’s critical asset register and Asset Operations Plan
- Create and enforce maintenance strategies that ensure equipment uptime and operational efficiency
- Conduct Root Cause Failure Analyses (RCFA) and implement preventive measures
- Track key reliability metrics such as MTBF, MTTR, and OEE
- Collaborate with Engineering and Facilities to review new equipment installations, design modifications, and commissioning activities
- Define and maintain risk management strategies for reliability and operational performance
- Mentor site personnel in reliability methodologies and continuous improvement techniques
- This is a leadership position. Supervise MRO Coordinator/Specialist
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Chemical, or related Engineering discipline
- 5-8 years of relevant experience in reliability or maintenance engineering, preferably in a cGMP / pharmaceutical setting
- Proficiency with CMMS software (e.g., MAXIMO, SAP, BMRAM)
- Experience in Six Sigma, Lean, or similar continuous improvement methodologies
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Results-driven with a high commitment to quality and compliance
Preferred:
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to make risk based decisions and resolve issues with minimal guidance
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate well orally and in writing
- Proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, Access and Visio
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
- Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced work environment
- Honesty, integrity, respect and courtesy with all colleagues
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PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.
At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company’s purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity – at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.
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PCI is a leading provider of integrated pharmaceutical development services to the global healthcare market. With facilities in North America and Europe, PCI supports pharmaceutical and biotech companies with products destined for more than 100 countries around the world. PCI provides services for each stage of the product lifecycle – from early Phase I through commercial launch and long-term supply – and partners with customers to provide key insight and expertise in enabling successful commercialization and bringing lifesaving medications to patients. For more information, go to www.pci.com.






