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Jobs Senior Utility Engineer Emp Type:

Contract Durham, NC, US Thursday, Oct 15, 2026

Salary :

68 - 71

Hourly Job Summary:

Seeking a Sr. Utility Engineer to own and manage site utility, electrical, and HVAC systems to ensure reliable, compliant manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Own and manage site utility, electrical, and HVAC systems to ensure reliable, compliant manufacturing operations Provide hands-on engineering oversight for installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of critical facility assets Lead and control changes to utility and facility equipment to maintain validated and qualified system states Create, review, and approve operational procedures, maintenance plans, drawings, and technical specifications Analyze complex equipment issues and deliver robust engineering solutions that minimize risk and downtime Support regulatory inspections and internal audits, responding to observations with effective corrective actions Ensure ongoing compliance with good manufacturing practices, Code of Federal Regulations, and internal quality standards Oversee external vendors and service providers to ensure safe, high-quality, and timely execution of work Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability, efficiency, and operational excellence across utilities Monitor equipment performance and implement maintenance and reliability strategies aligned with site and global standards

Essential Requirements:

Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering with at least five years relevant experience; OR Associate degree, diploma, or certification in an engineering or skilled technical field with at least seven years relevant experience, OR equivalent work experience of nine or more years supporting engineering, maintenance, or automation systems in regulated industries Demonstrated experience supporting utility, HVAC, electrical, or facility systems within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or similar regulated environments Proven ability to own, maintain, and improve equipment and systems in a validated state Strong technical writing skills with experience creating, reviewing, and approving regulated documentation Applied knowledge of root cause analysis and structured problem-solving to resolve complex technical issues Hands-on experience with equipment troubleshooting, building management systems, and industrial programmable logic controllers Solid project management capabilities with experience leading projects from initiation through completion Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and cross-functional teams Lifting required, up to 30

LBS Benefits:

Healthcare Insurance:

Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance:

Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance:

Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. 401(k)

Plan:

The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins. Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.