Engineering Technical Planner – Boston, Massachusetts

Equans is looking for an Engineering Technical Planner Life Science!

What Equans offers you

• Group insurance from your first day of work;
• A group pension plan;
• Paid Statutory Holidays;
• Balance between work and personal life;
• Professional and personal development in a company experiencing strong growth;
• A positive working environment characterized by competence, responsibility and innovation;
• Competitive terms of employment and excellent benefit schemes;
• A diverse workplace regarding gender, age and cultural background. We believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion.

The Equans Group is a world leader in the energy and services industry. The Group operates in 20 countries and has 90,000 employees on 5 continents.

Equans designs, installs, and delivers customized solutions to improve its customers’ equipment, systems and technical processes and optimize their use in the context of their energy, industrial and digital transitions.

Active in Canada and the United States for more than 30 years, Equans Services is the partner of businesses, industries and institutions that want to move towards more connected buildings, manage their facilities efficiently and decarbonize transportation infrastructure and mobility.

We design, install, and maintain custom solutions to improve our customers’ facilities, systems, and infrastructures.

Our core offerings are focused in the following areas:

• Integrated Asset and Facilities Management
• Operation and maintenance of buildings and equipment
• Energy efficiency solutions and sustainability plan
• Building automation and controls
• Solutions for transportation and mobility

To learn more, visit www.equansservices.com/en.

Summary 

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Technical Planner with expertise in Building Automation Systems (BAS) to support the operational excellence of our global pharmaceutical facilities. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and optimizing the management of BAS systems across our network of facilities. The ideal candidate will ensure these critical systems are fully operational, compliant with regulatory requirements, and aligned with the company’s objectives for sustainability, efficiency, and quality.

Description 

Key responsibilities:

Planning and Scheduling

• Develop, maintain, and optimize detailed technical plans and schedules for global manufacturing and maintenance activities.
• Ensure alignment of technical schedules with production timelines, project milestones, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and adjust plans based on changing priorities, resource availability, and unexpected disruptions.
• Ensure BAS systems align with pharmaceutical standards, including GMP, FDA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Oversee scheduling of BAS system upgrades, maintenance, and performance testing to minimize downtime

Collaboration and Coordination

• Collaborate with global teams, including engineering, operations, and quality assurance, to gather inputs for technical planning.
• Act as the central liaison between facility managers and corporate leadership to communicate progress, challenges, and risks.
• Coordinate with suppliers and contractors to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Collaborate with global stakeholders to ensure consistency in BAS system configurations and operations across all facilities.
• Partner with sustainability teams to optimize BAS systems for energy efficiency and environmental compliance.

Data Management and Reporting

• Utilize advanced planning tools and software (e.g., SAP, Primavera, or other CMMS tools) to manage and update technical plans.
• Generate detailed reports and dashboards to track project status, resource allocation, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Analyze historical and real-time data to identify trends and recommend process improvements.

Technical and Data Management

• Use advanced tools (e.g., CMMS, BAS-specific software platforms) to schedule and track maintenance, repairs, and system updates.
• Analyze BAS performance data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for system optimization.
• Maintain detailed documentation of BAS configurations, maintenance logs, and compliance records.

Compliance and Documentation

• Ensure all technical planning activities comply with industry regulations, company standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation, including work orders, maintenance logs, and planning records.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive initiatives to improve planning accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness across global facilities.
• Identify and implement best practices in technical planning and resource management.
• Identify and implement best practices to improve the reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of BAS systems globally.

Skills / Qualifications / Requirement

• Is authorized to work in the US.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical Management, Operations, or a related field.
• Advanced certifications in planning or project management (e.g., PMP, Six Sigma) are a plus.
• Advanced certifications in BAS (e.g., Siemens, Johnson Controls, or Honeywell systems), project management (e.g., PMP), or energy management (e.g., CEM) are a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in technical planning, operations, or project management within the pharmaceutical or a related regulated industry.
• Familiarity with GMP, FDA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Experience in a global or multi-site operational environment is preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong proficiency in planning and scheduling tools (e.g., SAP, CMMS, Primavera).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse global teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance.

Equal employment opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

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