Plant Engineer I

Pfizer

Closes in 7 days

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Sanford, NC
Salary
$82,700–$137,900 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
Closes
Jun 27, 2026 (soon)

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $159k
This role $110k
$69k most similar roles pay here $206k

This role pays less than 85% of similar roles. Most pay $124,327–$193,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $110k versus about $159k for comparable roles.

Based on 239 similar postings.

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About Pfizer

Pfizer Inc. is one of the world''s largest biopharmaceutical companies, researching, developing, manufacturing, and marketing medicines and vaccines across multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, and infectious diseases. Industry: Biopharmaceuticals

Pfizer currently has 33 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $106,000–$176,600 across 33 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Plant Engineer I

As an engineering professional at Pfizer, you will serve as the primary point of contact for maintenance and utilities in your assigned area, providing technical support for equipment improvements while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. You’ll manage your time to meet targets, develop work plans, and coordinate with various teams to support manufacturing operations. Key responsibilities include facilitating root cause analysis, modifying standard methods, and applying ingenuity to experimentation. The role requires strong technical knowledge of pharmaceutical clean room projects, familiarity with Pfizer’s enterprise systems like eQMS and EAMS, and expertise in automation platforms such as PLCs and BMS. You must also possess a deep understanding of cGMP, process safety management, and predictive technologies. This position demands proficiency in technical writing, proactive safety promotion, and the ability to work effectively within a complex, regulated environment involving hazardous materials.

What you'll do

  • Provide technical support and improve equipment/processes.
  • Ensure compliance with safety protocols, regulatory requirements, and company standards.
  • Manage own time to meet targets and develop short-term work plans.
  • Coordinate with maintenance/calibration/utilities teams for manufacturing operations support.
  • Facilitate root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and equipment evaluations.

What we're looking for

  • At least 6 years of experience in engineering or related field (equivalent education may substitute)
  • Strong technical knowledge and understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Process Safety Management elements
  • Experience with pharmaceutical clean room projects, including design, equipment selection, construction & startup
  • Proficiency in Pfizer Enterprise systems such as eQMS, EAMS, PDOCs
  • Prior experience managing engineering projects, creating/reviewing technical documents, and troubleshooting complex issues

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