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Associate Manager-Instrumentation at Pfizer — Visakhapatnam

Experience2–3 yrs
SalaryNot disclosed
Work modeonsite
Posted29 Sept 2026

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About Pfizer

Pfizer is hiring in Visakhapatnam in pharma biotech. This role looks for around 2+ years of experience.

Skills

Root Cause Failure Analysis
Equipment Criticality Ranking
Preventive Maintenance
Predictive Maintenance
Failure Modes and Effects Analysis
process automation systems
Good Manufacturing Practices
Microsoft Excel

The role

An instrumentation maintenance engineer at a pharmaceutical manufacturing company leads process automation maintenance and improves equipment reliability through root cause analysis, Good Manufacturing Practices, and programmable logic controllers. The role also applies Microsoft Excel and technical writing to support compliant production operations.

Full job description

Use Your Power for Purpose

At Pfizer, we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients' lives. Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting the upkeep of systems, engineering is crucial to ensuring customers and patients receive the medicines they need. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team, you'll play a pivotal role in accelerating the delivery of medicines to the world.

What You Will Achieve

Instrumentation & Automation Maintenance

Lead preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance activities for instrumentation and automation systems. Ensure reliable operation of instruments including pressure, temperature, flow, level transmitters, analyzers, and control valves. Support and maintain PLC, DCS, SCADA, and Filling Line troubleshooting. Troubleshoot and resolve instrumentation and automation issues affecting production.

Reliability & Continuous Improvement

Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for recurring failures. Implement reliability improvement initiatives. Drive automation upgrades and digitalization projects. Support energy-saving and cost optimization programs.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Instrument and Automation Availability/UptimeAudit Observations Related to InstrumentationMTBF and MTTR PerformanceMaintenance Schedule ComplianceProduction Downtime ReductionSafety and GMP Compliance

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

High school diploma (or equivalent) with 8+ years of experience or associate’s degree with 6+ years of experience or BA/BS with 2+ years of experience or MBA/MS with any years of relevant experience Experience with Root Cause Failure Analysis, Equipment Criticality Ranking, PM/PdM optimization, and/or Failure Modes and Effects AnalysisExperience with process automation systemsStrong knowledge and understanding of Current Good Manufacturing Practices (part of GxP)Excellent oral and written communication skillsWorking knowledge of MS ExcelAbility to manage complex issues and foster consensus among teams

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

Experience in the pharmaceutical sectorProficiency in technical writing and document reviewsKnowledge of contemporary technologies and best aseptic practicesProactive approach to promoting safety within the workplaceExperience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.

To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers.

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