Equans is looking for an Engineering Technical Planner in Boston, MA!
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 experienced Technical Manager / Planner to assist and support the operations team of a large-scale IFM pharmaceutical account with a strong focus on reliability engineering, technical job planning, and SOP review and compliance. This position ensures the seamless operation of technical activities and adherence to regulatory standards, optimizing system performance, minimizing downtime, and supporting the pharmaceutical environment's strict compliance requirements. In addition, the candidate will inform capital planning/replacement of assets via an asset health analysis by site.
Description
Planning and Scheduling
- Develop, maintain, and optimize detailed technical plans and schedules for global manufacturing and maintenance activities;
- Establish standardized maintenance planning and scheduling processes across regional facilities to improve consistency, efficiency, and compliance;
- Develop preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance strategies for critical building systems and infrastructure;
- Support long-term asset lifecycle planning through asset criticality assessments, condition evaluations, and replacement forecasting;
- Monitor maintenance backlogs, labor utilization, PM compliance, and resource allocation to ensure optimal performance;
- Ensure alignment of technical schedules with production timelines, project milestones, and regulatory requirements;
- Monitor and adjust plans based on changing priorities, resources, and unexpected disruptions;
- Ensure BAS systems align with pharmaceutical standards, including GMP, FDA, and other regulatory requirements.
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;
- 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., Maximo, 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
- Serve as the subject matter expert for Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) platforms, and related facilities technologies;
- Partner with client on CMMS optimization initiatives, system enhancements, integrations, and user adoption programs;
- Ensure asset data accuracy, integrity, and completeness across all facilities and operational sites;
- Develop and maintain global dashboards and reporting tools to monitor maintenance effectiveness, asset reliability, and operational performance;
- Focus on alarm management: ensure all BAS alarms are categorized by criticality and alarm response procedures are built to ensure proper response;
- Coordinate with the central alarm Command Center to align alarm response with global sites. Goal is to minimize labor requirements at global sites and minimize off-hour responses while ensuring uptime of systems;
- Analyze BAS performance data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for system optimization.
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;
- Promote best practices in reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), risk-based maintenance, and asset lifecycle management;
- Be a focal point/driver for SLA / KPI improvements within the CMMS.
Requirements
- Is authorized to work in the US;
- Is qualified to pass a security screening and medical examination;
- 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;
- Minimum of 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
- 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.
What Equans offers you
- Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
- Access to EAP with a dedicated personal assistant, as well as access to the Financial Wellness Program.
- 401(k) with company matching contributions
- Paid Statutory Holidays and PTO;
- Other benefits include tuition assistance, a discount program, disability benefits, and Group life insurance.
- 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;
- A diverse workplace regarding gender, age, and cultural background. We believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion.
Equal employment opportunity
Equans Services adheres to the principles of employment equity and values diversity and inclusion. We therefore encourage applications from all individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We are committed to providing a respectful, accessible, and equitable work environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our collective success.
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