Mechanical Engineer at Sagar Vitaceuticals Nigeria Limited

Job Summary

• The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for maintaining the mechanical integrity, operational efficiency, and safety of all manufacturing equipment, packaging lines, and plant utilities across the pharmaceutical facility
• This role ensures that all mechanical systems operate in full compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), NAFDAC regulatory guidelines, and internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

Key Responsibilities
Machinery Maintenance & Operations:

• Execute scheduled Preventive Maintenance (PM) and rapid troubleshooting/repair for processing machinery, including:
• High-shear granulators, Fluid Bed Dryers (FBD), Rapid Mixer Granulators (RMG), tablet compression machines, and coating pans.
• Blister packing machines, liquid filling/capping machines, sachet machines, and strip packagers.
• Lead mechanical setups, tool/die changes, and mechanical adjustments during production batch changeovers to ensure zero damage and minimal downtime.

Engineering & Projects:

• Support the execution of engineering projects, equipment installations, and facility upgrades.
• Participate in qualification and validation activities for new equipment and systems.
• Assist in monitoring engineering budgets, spare parts inventory, and maintenance costs.
• Ensure proper documentation of maintenance activities, equipment history, and engineering records.

Compliance & Safety:

• Ensure compliance with GMP, SOPs, safety regulations, and pharmaceutical industry standards.
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Promote workplace safety and ensure adherence to HSE policies and procedures.
• Ensure calibration and maintenance activities are carried out according to approved schedules.

Utilities & Facilities Management:

• Oversee the maintenance of utility systems including HVAC, boilers, generators, compressors, purified water systems, and electrical installations.
• Ensure uninterrupted utility supply to support production operations.
• Monitor facility conditions and coordinate repairs when necessary.

Utility & HVAC Management:

• Maintain Air Handling Units (AHUs), HEPA filtration systems, and ducting to preserve pressure cascades and environmental controls required for cleanrooms.
• Oversee the operation, servicing, and pressure-testing of plant utilities:
  • Industrial boilers and steam distribution systems.
  • Oil-free air compressors and pneumatic supply networks.
  • Chillers, cooling towers, and water generation/distribution plants (Purified Water / Water for Injection).
  • Effluent Treatment Plants (ETP) and water recycling systems.

Compliance, Safety & Documentation:

• Ensure all mechanical repairs, modifications, and lubrications use food/pharma-grade materials (e.g., NSF/H1 lubricants) and comply with sanitary standards.
• Maintain audit-ready engineering logbooks, equipment maintenance history cards, Equipment Qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) records, and change control documentation.
• Enforce safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), pressure vessel safety, hot  work permits, and factory floor health and safety regulations.

Job Specifications & Qualifications
Required Education & Experience:

• B.Sc. or HND in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• COREN registration or NSE membership is an added advantage.

Experience:

• 3 to 8 years of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing, FMCG, or food processing environment.
• Proven experience working with high-speed automated packaging and tableting machinery.

Key Technical & Functional Skills:

• Strong command of pneumatic circuits, valves, cylinders, and hydraulic actuators.
• In-depth knowledge of industrial steam systems, air compressors, and HVAC/AHU setups.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical fabrication drawings, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID), and assembly schematics.
• Practical experience with pharmaceutical equipment will added more advantage.