About the role
AI summarisedThe Commissioning Lead at Schneider Electric in Singapore will lead end-to-end commissioning activities for Building Management Systems (BMS) in GMP and non-GMP areas, primarily within pharmaceutical or biotech environments. This role involves developing commissioning plans, coordinating with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and managing validation documentation.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead end‑to‑end commissioning activities for BMS across GMP and non‑GMP areas
- Develop and execute Commissioning Plans, IQ/OQ protocols, and traceability matrices
- Ensure correct integration of HVAC, utilities, cleanrooms, and process support systems into BMS
- Coordinate functional testing, alarm verification, trend validation, and system performance testing
- Support site acceptance testing (SAT) and system handover to operations
- Ensure alarms, trends, access control, and audit trails comply with GMP expectations
- Review and approve validation documentation, deviation reports, and change controls
- Review BMS functional design specifications (FDS), control philosophies, and network architectures
- Provide commissioning input during design stages to reduce rework and validation risk
- Support vendor FAT reviews and BMS software configuration assessments
- Ensure correct segregation and classification of GMP vs non‑GMP systems
- Act as primary technical interface between BMS vendors, system integrators, and project teams
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or an equivalent engineering discipline
- 7–12 years of experience in BMS, HVAC automation, or facilities systems
- Minimum 3–5 years in pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated life‑sciences environments
- Proven experience leading CSV, GAMP 5, and validation lifecycle management on Greenfield pharmaceutical facilities or major expansions
- Knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and data integrity expectations
- Previous work experience as a senior automation/control commissioning engineer and managing a large team of engineers is preferable
- Knowledge of DDC and EcoStruxure Building Operation
- Familiarity with HVAC systems: AHUs, VAVs, pressure cascades, temperature & humidity control
- Understanding of networks, servers, cybersecurity concepts related to OT systems
- Experience with Smartsheet and Microsoft Project (or similar) is a plus
- Able to work on 2 years contract