Utilities Engineer
Curia
Summary
The Utilities Engineer is directly responsible for the operation and optimization of the plant's utility systems.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Directs and coordinates plant activities and programs for maintaining utilities impacting environmental compliance for the site.
- Monitors equipment (RTO, TO, Scrubbers, boilers, WWTP system components etc.) for the safe and efficient operation supporting the site.
- Diagnosis problems and makes recommendations to the Environmental Engineer.
- Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DEC and DOH agencies as they relate to the requirements of site permits, including oil spills, chemical spills, air quality and water contamination.
- Manage and maintain refrigeration systems, including maintaining records and regulatory reporting.
- Support energy conservation initiatives including commitment to ESG for energy assessments and reduction.
- Works with other groups within the plant on projects including plant expansion, process improvements, and capital improvements.
- Project management of plant utility projects during annual shutdowns.
- Functions independently as well as cross-dept. collaboratively.
- Recommend and implement methods to increase the quality of products and/or services.
- Participate in self-development activities.
- Exhibit safety awareness, safe work practices and Emergency Response Team (ERT) participation.
- Perform other related duties as may be reasonably assigned in the course of business or as requested by supervisor or management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or relevant field and 3 years related work experience, OR Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or relevant field and 1 year of related work experience
- Preferred: Project management experience a plus
- Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience in a manufacturing plant
Other Qualifications
- Must pass a background check
- Must pass a drug screen
- May be required to pass Occupational Health Screening
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or relevant field and 3 years related work experience, OR Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or relevant field and 1 year of related work experience
- Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience in a manufacturing plant
- Must pass a background check
- Must pass a drug screen
- May be required to pass Occupational Health Screening
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid training
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Career advancement opportunities
- Education reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
- Learning platform
Company overview
Curia is a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with over 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Headquartered in Albany, New York, the company operates an integrated network of 25 global sites across North America, Europe, and Asia, employing approximately 3,500 professionals. Curia provides comprehensive end-to-end solutions spanning drug discovery, development, and manufacturing services for both small molecules and biologics. Their expertise covers active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) manufacturing, sterile drug product development, analytical testing, and regulatory support. The company specializes in complex areas including high-potency compounds, controlled substances, sterile APIs, and mRNA manufacturing. With state-of-the-art GMP facilities and a strong focus on innovation, Curia partners with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to accelerate the development and commercialization of life-changing therapeutics, from early-stage discovery through commercial-scale production.