Merck & Co Hiring for Command Center Engineer job in West Point Full Time

Job Description

Position Description:

Command Center Engineer

Job functions of the Command Center Engineer are focused on West Point Site Operations which supports a site of 100+ buildings. This individual serves a critical role in monitoring several alarms systems including, but not limited to, life safety systems, utilities systems, access security systems and communications and notification systems.-

The Command Center Engineer is directly responsible for operating and maintaining the West Point site, Fire Alarm – Sprinkler Systems (Notifier and IRM based), Radio – Paging, Camera surveillance, and Utility Alarm Systems (West Point Monitoring System (WPMS)). Will provide assessment of and support facility response to Fire, Medical, Security, Environmental, Utility situations and emergencies.

In addition to daily operations, this individual will be involved in streamlining and optimizing system operations.- The Command Center Engineer will also be heavily involved in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to these systems.- This role is highly visible and works very efficiently with other departments on the plant site, as well as with external agencies.- During emergencies, the Command Center Engineer will interface with the fire department, medical services, and law enforcement, if necessary. This is a multi-tasking position and requires strong attention to detail.

• Reports directly to Manager, Engineering.
• Develops and maintains comprehensive knowledge of West Point facilities, operations and personnel.
• Utilizes available resources to ensure continuous smooth operation of the site.
• Operates the department monitoring systems for Utilities, Security and Fire protection.
• Acknowledges and dispatches out-of-normal conditions to appropriate personnel to ensure the situation has been remediated and/or corrected.
• Routinely works with Maintenance and Utilities departments supporting preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Coordinates the activities of Fire alarm, sprinkler, electrical, instrument technicians and contractors that work on the site security, video, fire, radio and WPMS systems.
• Provide emergency dispatch for medical, fire or utilities-related incidents on the plant site 24/7/365 operations.
• Documents emergencies as required, and engages internal or external emergency services personnel as appropriate.
• Notifies plant supervision of all relevant site problems or concerns, documents significant shift activities, and work order information.
• Prepares accurate and timely incident and shift reports. Executes all required training in a timely manner.
• Ensures continuous operations of all card access, monitoring, and communications systems.
• Troubleshoots system problems.
• Maintains a large-scale recording system to ensure proper records are created and available for review or as- legal evidence
• Follows site Good Manufacturing Practices or Good Laboratory Practices as required.
• Develops proficiency in all department Standard Operating Procedures and Departmental procedures as required.
• Must be able to pass a T&R background check successfully to maintain employment.
• The position has a minimum 2 year lock in prior to leaving the group for another position within the company.
• Fully functional in all aspects of the job duties as listed above. Engineer must be capable of execution of all responsibilities with limited direction from Manager.

This position requires shift work, including nights, weekends and holidays with staggered days.- Flexibility with work schedule required.

Position Qualifications :

Education Minimum Requirement:

• BA or BS egree OR HS degree/GED and 3+ years Equivalent work experience.

Required Experience and Skill:

• Understanding of computer systems, application development, and troubleshoot; familiarity with the automation monitoring systems; interest in creating and manipulating Microsoft Access and Excel databases and Programming in Microsoft based systems.
• Ability to work in a group setting with strong organization, follow-up, and multi-tasking skills.- Must be detail oriented and exhibit excellent communications skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays with staggered days, Department is a 24/7/362 operation.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Previous internship/co-op and work experience at multi-function operation and monitoring support of a research or manufacturing facility.
• Has worked with all levels of management and line operations as part of previous work experience.
• Previous work experience at multi-function operation and monitoring support, county dispatch or Emergency Response groups.
• Training and Experience in facility monitoring, alarm dispatching-trafficking, Building Automation System (BAS), Site Utilities Systems, Site Access Systems and Fire and Video Systems.
• Working knowledge of codes and regulations relating to a large research and manufacturing facility (OSHA, NFPA, NEC, ANSI,etc.).
• General understanding of industrial site power, utilities and operational services.

NOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS

In accordance with Managers’ Policy – Job Posting and Employee Placement, all employees subject to this policy are required to have a minimum of twelve (12) months of service in current position prior to applying for open positions.

If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separation package, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.

Employees working in roles that the Company determines require routine collaboration with external stakeholders, such as customer-facing commercial, or research-based roles, will be expected to comply not only with Company policy but also with policies established by such external stakeholders (for example, a requirement to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to access a facility or meet with stakeholders). -Please understand that, as permitted by applicable law, if you have not been vaccinated against COVID-19 and an essential function of your job is to call on external stakeholders who require vaccination to enter their premises or engage in face-to-face meetings, then your employment may pose an undue burden to business operations, in which case you may not be offered employment, or your employment could be terminated. Please also note that, where permitted by applicable law, the Company reserves the right to require COVID-19 vaccinations for positions, such as in Global Employee Health, where the Company determines in its discretion that the nature of the role presents an increased risk of disease transmission.

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Employee Status:
Regular

Relocation:
No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:
No

Travel Requirements:
10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Shift:
3rd – Night

Valid Driving License:
Yes

Hazardous Material(s):
n/a

Requisition ID:R280208