Ultra-Pure Water Technician

Build our future together:

Our Ultra-Pure Water (Clean Utilities) Technicians support the manufacturing process through involvement with start-up, operation, monitoring, maintaining, and shutdown of clean utility systems and equipment within Clean Utility mechanical rooms. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

When & where:

• Location: Rensselaer, New York, United States
• Working shift: Wednesday-Saturday 2:00pm-12:30am
• Training shift: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm for up to 6 months

What you'll do:

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on related clean utilities and systems that support manufacturing
• Maintain water rooms and related equipment such as pumps, motors, Water for Injection (WFI) stills, Clean Steam Generators, and related piping
• Perform activities such as troubleshooting, hands-on repairs on all related clean utility equipment and systems, and WFI point-of-use flushing
• Maintain documents and records on all validated equipment and systems
• Collaborate with other departments and contractors on scheduling repairs and maintenance of clean utility systems
• Perform monitoring and control of systems using computer-driven Business Automation System (BAS) and PLC controls
• Communicate and coordinate with each department and within Facilities Management when planned and unplanned work events occur

The environment and physical rhythms of the role:

• Gowning: Full cleanroom attire (examples may include: including laundered undergarments, gown, facemask, hairnet, safety glasses, safety shoes and booties, latex gloves and the use of sanitizing agents during gowning process including IPA)
• Ability to remove jewelry, makeup and nail adornments when wearing cleanroom attire
• Ability to perform physical requirements for entirety of shift (up to 10 hours) in a clean room environment
• Some physical requirements can include but are not limited to: bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, reaching, reaching overhead, sitting, squatting, walking, standing, driving, hand manipulation and ability to lift/push/pull up to 50lbs

This role requires:

• AAS degree, preferably in an Engineering or Construction Technologies related field and the following minimum years of relevant experience for each level
  • Clean Utilities Technician II: 2+ years of related experience, or HSD/GED with 5+ years of related experience
  • Clean Utilities Technician III: 5+ years of related experience, or HSD/GED with 8+ years of related experience
• Ability to read and/or understand piping, electrical, and instrumentation drawings
• Basic troubleshooting skills as they relate to the water room and mechanical proficiency
• Understanding additional mechanical equipment and systems such as pharmaceutical compressed air, domestic water lines, plant steam, and high/low pressure condensate return systems
• Participating in rotational on-call schedule
• Prior experience in the maintenance and operation of a large-scale utilities plant is preferred

Level will be determined based on qualifications relevant to the role

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits. Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process.  If you have any questions, please speak with your recruiter. 

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about on‑site expectations for your role and location.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.

For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.

Salary Range (hourly)

$24.76 - $44.42