Sagar Vitaceuticals Nigeria Limited formerly known as Strides Vital Nigeria Limited, was a strategic partnership comprising Vital Pharmaceuticals Ltd and India’s Strides Arcolabs Ltd, a NSE listed company. In 2017, Management of Sagar Overseas Limited acquired 100% of the shares in Strides Vital Nigeria Limited, and the company was renamed Sagar Vitaceuticals N...
We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Ikeja, Lagos Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of all mechanical systems, production machinery, HVAC, and utility services to ensure continuous, safe, and GMP-compliant operations.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
Perform routine, preventive, and breakdown maintenance on pharmaceutical production and packaging machinery (e.g., tablet presses, blister packing machines, liquid filling lines, capsule filling machines, granulators).
Diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults promptly to minimize production downtime.
Utility Systems Management:
Monitor and maintain facility utility systems crucial to pharmaceutical manufacturing, including HVAC systems, steam boilers, air compressors, water treatment systems (RO/WFI), and cold rooms.
Compliance & Documentation:
Ensure all engineering operations strictly adhere to Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), WHO standards, and internal quality/safety protocols.
Maintain accurate logs and records of all maintenance activities, equipment performance, spare parts inventory, and calibration schedules.
Installation & Commissioning:
Participate in the installation, validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), and commissioning of new manufacturing and utility equipment.
Safety & Continuous Improvement:
Enforce strict Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards within the plant.
Identify opportunities for mechanical modifications or process improvements to enhance equipment efficiency and reduce energy consumption.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with the Production, Quality Assurance (QA), and Electrical teams to resolve technical bottlenecks and execute scheduled plant shutdowns.
Education & Qualifications
Minimum Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc / B.Eng) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
Professional Certification: COREN registration or membership in relevant professional bodies is an added advantage.
Experience & Skills:
Minimum Experience: 3 to 5 years of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience, preferably within a pharmaceutical, food processing, or FMCG manufacturing environment.
Technical Knowledge:
In-depth understanding of cGMP, pharmaceutical plant utilities, and cleanroom mechanical requirements.
Strong troubleshooting skills for rotating equipment, pumps, valves, pneumatic systems, and conveyors.
Soft Skills:
Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Good communication and team collaboration skills.
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced production environment.
Salary N200,000 - N250,000 monthly