Team Member Engineering – Instrumentation

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because

Good Health Can’t Wait . We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries. For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets). ‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable. Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

Job Description Job Purpose To ensure the

reliable operation, calibration, troubleshooting, and automation support for all

equipment‑related instrumentation across the pharma manufacturing site, enabling compliant, safe, and uninterrupted production in line with

cGMP, data integrity, and regulatory requirements . Roles & Responsibilities 1. Equipment Instrumentation Management

• Manage field instruments used in

manufacturing equipment , including: + RMG, FBD, Blenders, Tablet Press, Coaters + Encapsulation & Softgel equipment + Derma mixers, homogenizers, reactors + Packing line instruments (sensors, cameras, checkweighers)

• Ensure continuous availability and performance of

critical process instruments .

• Monitor and maintain transmitters, indicators, load cells, gauges, sensors, and control elements. 2. Automation System Management
• Support

PLC / SCADA / HMI systems for process equipment.

• Execute modifications to logic, alarms, and interlocks under proper change control.
• Ensure automation systems comply with

21 CFR Part 11 and data integrity requirements.

• Coordinate with automation vendors for advanced troubleshooting and upgrades. 3. Calibration & Compliance
• Execute

calibration of all equipment instruments as per schedule.

• Maintain calibration labels, records, traceability certificates, and calibration history.
• Investigate

out‑of‑calibration (OOC) events and support impact assessment.

• Ensure compliance with

cGMP, ALCOA+, GLP , and site QC/QA expectations. 4. Breakdown, Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Attend equipment‑related

instrumentation breakdowns to minimize downtime.

• Perform

preventive maintenance of instruments and automation panels.

• Diagnose and resolve issues like signal failures, drift, noise, and PLC communication faults.
• Support predictive maintenance activities using

trend data and failure history. 5. Documentation & QMS Requirements

• Maintain and update: + Calibration records + Instrument history cards + Maintenance and breakdown logs + Job completion reports
• Ensure compliance with

SOPs, deviations, CAPA, change control , and internal audit requirements.

• Ensure all documentation is

accurate, contemporaneous, and audit‑ready . 6. Cross‑Functional Coordination

• Work with

Production to ensure equipment readiness and process continuity.

• Coordinate with

QA for calibration approvals, deviations, and audit responses.

• Support

QC during instrument‑related sampling/testing requirements.

• Collaborate with

Engineering / Maintenance teams for utilities/equipment support. 7. Safety, EHS & Good Engineering Practices

• Follow

electrical safety, LOTO, PPE, and MSDS guidelines.

• Ensure safe working during instrumentation maintenance in GMP zones.
• Maintain

5S and housekeeping in instrument rooms, panels, and shopfloor areas. 8. Audit & Inspection Support

• Support

internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections .

• Provide instrumentation/automation documents and explain system controls.
• Ensure timely closure of audit observations related to instrumentation. 9. Continuous Improvement & Digitalization
• Drive improvements to enhance

instrument reliability, MTBF, and reduce failures .

• Implement

Lean, Kaizen, TPM initiatives for equipment instrumentation.

• Support digital data collection, dashboards, and automation enhancements.

Qualifications Educational Qualification

• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in: + Instrumentation Engineering + Electronics & Instrumentation + Electronics Engineering + Electrical Engineering (with instrumentation exposure)
• Certification in

PLC / SCADA / Automation is an added advantage. Experience

• 6-12 years of experience in

equipment instrumentation and automation in a

pharma manufacturing site .

• Hands‑on work with

field instruments, PLC/SCADA systems, and GMP documentation .

• Experience in

regulated environments (US‑FDA, EU‑GMP, WHO‑GMP) preferred. Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of

equipment instrumentation

• PLC/SCADA troubleshooting skills
• Calibration, maintenance & validation exposure
• Understanding of

cGMP, data integrity & pharma processes

• Good documentation discipline
• Problem‑solving & RCA (Root Cause Analysis) capability

Additional Information About the Department Global Manufacturing Organisation (GMO) At Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, we are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on global healthcare through precision manufacturing and innovation. With a legacy of excellence, we are a leading force in the pharmaceutical industry. We operate 19 state-of-the-art manufacturing plants across Hyderabad, Vizag, Baddi, Mexico, Shreveport, and Mirfield, comprising 8 OSD facilities, 3 Injectables facilities, and 8 API facilities. Benchmarking manufacturing processes and continuous operational excellence are at the core of our capability to deliver quality medicines to our patients in 66 countries. We manufacture a portfolio of complex APIs and 1,150+ drug master files across key therapy areas such as Oncology, Cardio-vascular, Central Nervous System and Anti-Diabetes. he World Economic Forum has recognised our largest manufacturing facility in Bachupally, Hyderabad, as part of its Global Lighthouse Network. We aspire to be the most efficient pharma operations in the world. Our productivity improvement and digitalisation efforts are key to staying competitive, meeting business imperatives, and meeting our ambitious ESG goals. Building such ‘factories of the future’ is integral to innovation and to build healthcare of the future.

Benefits Offered At Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs. The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.

Our Work Culture Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic. For more details, please visit our career website at

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