Facilities Engineering Technician

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Facilities Engineering Technician Job Description

The Facilities Engineering Technician performs corrective and preventive maintenance on building systems and laboratory equipment in a state-of-the-art lentiviral vector manufacturing facility. This role troubleshoots mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues, maintains cGMP-compliant documentation in CMMS software, and supports both routine and emergency operations, including on-call coverage. The technician operates and monitors building automation systems and works closely with internal teams and external vendors to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant facility operations.

• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on building systems and laboratory equipment to ensure reliable and uninterrupted operations.

• Conduct daily inspection and repair of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life safety systems across the facility.

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues in building systems, manufacturing equipment, and lab assets.

• Maintain accurate GMP documentation of all maintenance activities using CMMS software, preferably Blue Mountain, in alignment with FDA and cGMP standards.

• Operate, monitor, and adjust building automation systems, including BMS, EMS, and PLCs, to maintain optimal environmental and process conditions.

• Support off‑hours emergency repairs and participate in on‑call duties to respond quickly to urgent maintenance needs.

• Supervise and coordinate external vendors and third‑party contractors, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to safety and regulatory protocols.

• Inspect completed work by vendors and internal staff to verify compliance with facility standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

• Work hands‑on with mechanical and electrical equipment such as motors, pumps, chillers, boilers, autoclaves, cryogenic units, and chemical manufacturing equipment.

• Follow strict cGMP, safety, and FDA regulatory requirements in all maintenance and facility operations activities.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams in a manufacturing and laboratory environment to support production schedules and facility readiness.

• Use appropriate personal protective equipment and follow established safety procedures while performing physical tasks such as standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting.

• Associates degree or equivalent technical education in a relevant field such as facilities engineering, mechanical, electrical, or related disciplines.

• 5+ years of experience in facilities maintenance or facilities engineering in an industrial, manufacturing, or laboratory setting.

• Hands‑on experience with chemical manufacturing equipment and related process systems.

• Strong ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems in a complex facility environment.

• Practical knowledge of mechanical systems, including motors, pumps, chillers, boilers, and related building equipment.

• Practical knowledge of electrical systems, including power distribution, controls, and equipment interfaces.

• Experience working with HVAC systems and building utilities to maintain environmental conditions and equipment performance.

• Familiarity with GMP environments and FDA regulations, including cGMP compliance requirements for documentation and operations.

• Ability to accurately log and manage maintenance activities in CMMS software to meet regulatory and quality standards.

• Capability to coordinate and oversee vendors and contractors while enforcing safety and regulatory protocols.

• Comfort working with building automation systems such as BMS, EMS, and PLCs.

• Strong attention to detail, accountability, and a solution‑oriented approach to maintenance and…