Engineering Specialist

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This role supports a biomedical research facility, focusing on preventive maintenance (PM), emergency response, and general upkeep of specialized laboratory infrastructure. The Engineering Specialist maintains and repairs HVAC systems with precise environmental controls, laboratory‑grade plumbing, and electrical systems supporting sensitive research equipment. This position is critical to ensuring uninterrupted operations in a sensitive research environment where precision and reliability directly impact groundbreaking scientific work.

You'll be part of a team that keeps cutting‑edge facilities running at peak performance while maintaining the highest safety and environmental standards.

• Inspect and analyze equipment, diagnosing troubles or malfunctions and making necessary adjustments to minimize service interruptions and equipment downtime
• Execute maintenance and repair work on boilers, chillers, HVAC equipment, and general building infrastructure (2 feet) using reliability‑centered maintenance practices
• Perform complex operating procedures for high‑pressure steam boilers, lab utilities, emergency generators, propane vaporizers, and other critical systems
• Conduct scheduled tours of boiler plant, chiller plant, and lab utility equipment, including cooling towers, emergency generator rooms, and air handling machine rooms
• Respond to emergencies during after‑hours shifts, taking appropriate corrective actions to maintain facility operations
• Manage work orders, logs, and related documentation in the CMMS while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and site standards
• Maintain engineering/electrical spaces in a clean and neat manner while overseeing water treatment programs

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 3 years of experience in facility maintenance
• Proficiency in using CMMS and basic computer skills for reporting and documentation
• Ability to work independently and plan work without direct supervision

• Relevant technical certifications (e.g., HVAC, electrical, plumbing)
• Advanced troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
• Knowledge of building automation, system controls, and fire alarm systems
• Experience with Direct Digital Control systems
• Familiarity with reliability‑centered maintenance practices
• Experience in commercial or industrial building maintenance
• Previous experience working in a biopharma research environment

On‑site – Ashburn, VA

7:00 am to 3:30 pm or 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Flexibility to work various shifts and respond to on‑call situations.

$42‑$46

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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