Team Member - Engineering (Mechanical)

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.

We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries. 

For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).

‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable.  Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency

Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

We're looking for a detail-oriented and collaborative Team Member - Engineering to join our dynamic engineering team in Hyderabad, India. In this role, you'll play a vital part in supporting our engineering operations by coordinating maintenance activities, managing technical documentation, and ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures. You'll work alongside experienced professionals to drive operational efficiency, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

• You will be responsible for recognizing potential hazards during critical maintenance activities and coordinating safety requirements through work permits, LOTO procedures, and JSA reviews to ensure full compliance with SH&E norms.
• You will be responsible for planning and monitoring predictive, preventive, and shutdown maintenance activities, maintaining good housekeeping in utility areas, and ensuring availability of critical spares while minimizing consumption.
• You will be responsible for troubleshooting and performing breakdown maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment, including transformers, generators, sub-stations, and control systems, with quick turnaround and minimal downtime.
• You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining automation systems such as HMI and PLC, performing frequent backups, and identifying new areas for automation to improve system reliability.
• You will be responsible for executing equipment qualification and validation activities, preparing documentation as per ISO, cGMP, and statutory requirements, and updating master maintenance schedules in SAP.
• You will be responsible for performing CAPA using RCA, Why-Why analysis, and incident investigation techniques for critical breakdowns and equipment failures, while ensuring MTTR and MTBF benchmarks are met.
• You will be responsible for training and assessing team members on basic maintenance procedures, tool usage, and installation practices to build technical competency and ensure safe execution.
• You will be responsible for supporting small project modifications, coordinating with plant leads, initiating purchase requisitions, inspecting received spares, and contributing to cost estimation and budget forecasting for departmental activities.

• Shift handling and controlling shift related activities & Continuous monitoring of equipment performance for optimum productivity
• Follow SOP, OI, PMP schedules, Safety, cGMP & Good documentation practices.
• Responsible for Breakdown, Preventive, Modification and Improvements for all process equipment’s of manufacturing area.

• Coordinate and manage preventive maintenance schedules to ensure optimal equipment performance and minimize downtime
• Document and analyze equipment breakdowns, deviations, and maintenance records with meticulous attention to detail
• Support the authoring, review, and implementation of engineering standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Assist in handling change controls, deviation investigations, and corrective and preventive action (CAPA) closure activities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
• Participate in equipment validation activities, including preparation of user requirement specifications (URS) and design qualification (DQ) documentation
• Maintain and update preventive maintenance plans in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
• Support project development, coordination, and handover activities for in-house engineering projects
• Review and coordinate technical agreements and quality agreements with external vendors
• Guide and supervise external vendors during project execution, ensuring adherence to technical specifications
• Prepare technical drawings, layouts, and engineering provisions for review and approval
• Conduct training sessions for user departments on newly implemented systems and equipment
• Address audit observations and deviations in engineering processes, ensuring timely corrective actions
• Maintain compliance with current good manufacturing practices (cGMP), good distribution practices (GDP), and applicable regulatory guidelines
• Follow all safety procedures and promote a culture of safety awareness within the team
• Complete assigned training modules and professional development activities in a timely manner

**Educational Qualification**

• Diploma or Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline

**Minimum Work Experience**

• 8 to 12 years of professional experience in engineering, maintenance, or related technical roles

**Technical Skills**

• Demonstrated knowledge and hands-on experience in mechanical maintenance, preventive maintenance, and equipment breakdown management
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and breakdown management of machinery and equipment
• Experience in developing and managing preventive maintenance plans and schedules
• Ability to manage maintenance budgets and optimize resource allocation
• Knowledge of current good manufacturing practices (cGMP) and good engineering practices (GEP)
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, preferably SAP
• Technical proficiency in documentation, data analysis, and report preparation
• Understanding of equipment validation methodologies and qualification protocols

**Behavioral and Interpersonal Skills**

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in documentation and compliance
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with external contractors, vendors, and regulatory agencies
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation
• Analytical thinking and ability to interpret technical data and specifications
• Commitment to quality assurance and regulatory compliance
• Proactive approach to identifying and addressing operational challenges
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while maintaining individual accountability

**Additional Preferred Qualifications**

• Experience with project management and technical project coordination
• Knowledge of quality management systems and audit procedures
• Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) software or technical drawing tools
• Certification in relevant engineering disciplines or quality management systems
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment