Manufacturing Engineer III

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.   Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.   We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together. Job Description   Key Responsibilities: • Supports the design, modification, administration, and maintenance of the electronic computerized maintenance management system (ECMMS) and associated asset management processes. • Performs ECMMS administration, data processing, process improvement, and data validation activities to support effective maintenance and asset management. • Maintains and improves engineering systems and processes that support equipment performance and run time. • Independently investigates and resolves manufacturing engineering issues of complex scope. • Independently manages assigned engineering and system improvement projects through completion, including planning, execution, and tracking of project activities. • Participates in cross-functional project teams and coordinates with Manufacturing, Packaging, Maintenance, Engineering, and other functions to resolve equipment, system, and operational issues. • Generates, reviews, and maintains required engineering documentation supporting ECMMS, asset management, engineering activities, and system improvements. • Supports continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering, maintenance, and asset management processes. • Compiles, monitors, and reports technical performance metrics supporting engineering and maintenance activities. • Develops and supports spare parts inventory management strategies aligned with asset management requirements. • Oversees spare parts and critical component inventory management and storeroom operations to support maintenance activities, including inventory control, procurement, and vendor management. • Applies engineering and reliability concepts, including equipment performance, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), and root cause failure analysis, as applicable to assigned responsibilities. • Supports activities in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and applicable safety requirements. Leadership & Project Responsibilities: • Act as a mentor to junior staff and provide task leadership on assigned projects. • Lead or support cross-functional project teams and serve as a project lead within the engineering function. • Exercise independent judgment in developing engineering solutions and making technical recommendations. • Support strategic decisions by evaluating technical, operational, and business impacts of proposed changes. Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. • At least 5 years of re