Associate Manager-Instrumentation

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At Pfizer, we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients' lives. Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting the upkeep of systems, engineering is crucial to ensuring customers and patients receive the medicines they need. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team, you'll play a pivotal role in accelerating the delivery of medicines to the world.

Job Summary

The Instrumentation Engineer – Filling Line Project is responsible for design, specification, installation, configuration, testing, and commissioning of instrumentation and control systems for filling and packaging lines. The role ensures accurate measurement, reliable control, compliance with safety and quality standards, and seamless integration with automation systems to achieve desired line performance.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering, Electronics, or Related Discipline

Experience

• 6–10 years of experience (adjustable) in: Instrumentation & automation for filling or packaging lines Manufacturing plants or greenfield/brownfield projects

• Hands-on experience in project commissioning preferred

Key Responsibilities

Project Engineering & Execution

• Execute instrumentation scope for filling line projects (new lines, upgrades, and expansions)

• Review and finalize: Instrument index and specifications I/O lists and control philosophy Wiring diagrams, loop diagrams, and hook-up drawings

• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and automation teams during project execution

Instrumentation & Control Systems

• Specification, selection, and installation of instruments such as: Flow, pressure, level, temperature transmitters Load cells, weighing systems, check weighers Vision systems, barcode scanners, sensors, and actuators Control valves, variable frequency drives (VFDs), analyzers

• Ensure proper integration of instruments with PLC / DCS / SCADA systems

• Support OEM machines such as fillers, cappers, labelers, and conveyors

Installation & Commissioning

• Supervise field installation and termination of instruments

• Perform loop checking, calibration, and functional testing

• Support FAT, SAT, and site commissioning activities

• Troubleshoot instrumentation, signal, and communication issues during startup

Calibration & Validation

• Ensure instruments are calibrated as per standards and maintain calibration records

• Support IQ, OQ, PQ activities (especially for GMP environments)

• Prepare test protocols, commissioning reports, and as-built documentation

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with EHS standards, machine safety norms, and electrical/instrumentation codes

• Participate in HAZOP, risk assessments, and interlock testing

• Ensure compliance with GMP, ISO, HACCP, and regulatory requirements (as applicable)

Operational Support

• Support performance optimization, troubleshooting, and line stabilization

• Develop preventive maintenance plans and spare instrument lists

• Train operations and maintenance personnel on instrumentation systems

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of: Industrial instrumentation and measurement principles PLC systems (Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider, etc.) Field instruments, sensors, and actuators Industrial communication protocols (Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP)

• Ability to read and interpret: P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring drawings

• Familiarity with: FAT / SAT procedures Calibration standards and documentation systems

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Strong coordination and communication skills

• Analytical and troubleshooting capability

• Ability to work under tight project schedules

• Site execution and vendor management skills

• Team-oriented approach with strong ownership

Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.