Pfizer

Engineering Compliance Technical Writer

United States - North Carolina - Sanford Full time

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

In this role, you will:

Documentation

    • Independently author, revise, and maintain controlled engineering documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, job aids, forms,  and system documentation supporting maintenance, utilities, and engineering systems.

    • Translate complex engineering and maintenance processes into clear, accurate, and executable documentation aligned with site and enterprise standards.

    • Serve as a documentation subject matter expert within Engineering, advising teams on documentation best practices, clarity, and structure.

Engineering Change & Compliance

    • Support engineering change control by ensuring documentation accurately reflects approved technical changes.

    • Incorporate corrective actions from deviations, equipment issues, and CAPAs into controlled documentation.

    • Partner with Engineering Compliance leads to ensure documentation supports inspection readiness for engineering systems.

    • Provide weekly commitment, CAPA, and effectiveness  reports to Tier 2 leaders

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

    • Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Utilities, Validation, and Quality stakeholders to gather technical content and resolve document comments.

    • Facilitate document review and approval cycles while maintaining engineering ownership and documentation integrity.

Periodic Review & Sustainment

    • Own and execute scheduled periodic reviews of engineering documentation and templates to ensure content remains current, compliant, and inspection‑ready.

    • Maintain documentation lifecycle activities in accordance with established procedures and timelines.

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

  • Demonstrated experience in Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP)

  • Ability to provide technical solutions for complex problems through equipment/process knowledge

  • Familiarity with site Learning Management System and processes

  • Proven ability to lead and work in cross-functional teams

  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

  • Strong documentation skills and attention to detail

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

  • Experience supporting engineering, maintenance, utilities, or validation documentation in pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environments.

  • Familiarity with deviation, CAPA, and inspection readiness activities.

  • Experience contributing to site or enterprise documentation harmonization initiatives.

  • Deep understanding of site operations

  • Experience with regulatory agency requirements and audits

  • Ability to develop and implement technical and operational standards

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills

  • Experience 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

  
 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Long periods of sitting and computer screen exposure.

Work Location: Onsite


 

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $82,700.00 to $133,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 10.0% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Sunshine Act

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EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status.  Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA.  Pfizer is an E-Verify employer.  This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email disabilityrecruitment@pfizer.com. This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned.

Engineering