Facilities Engineer

Job Title:

Facilities Engineering Technician

The Facilities Engineering Technician plays a key role in maintaining a state-of-the-art lentiviral vector manufacturing facility by performing corrective and preventative maintenance on building systems and laboratory equipment. This position ensures the reliable operation of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems while maintaining strict cGMP and FDA compliance through accurate documentation in a CMMS. The technician troubleshoots complex facility issues, supports off-hours emergency repairs, and oversees external vendors to ensure high-quality work and adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

This is a hands-on, on-site role within a high-tech, mission-driven biotechnology environment.

• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on building systems and laboratory equipment to ensure safe and reliable facility operations.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life-safety systems daily to minimize downtime and support uninterrupted operations.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues across the facility and implement effective solutions.
• Work hands-on with motors, pumps, chillers, boilers, and laboratory equipment such as autoclaves and cryogenic units to keep equipment in optimal condition.
• Maintain accurate and timely 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 proper environmental and process conditions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing and laboratory environment to support production needs and facility improvements.
• Follow cGMP and FDA regulatory requirements for all maintenance activities to support a compliant, audit-ready facility.

• At least 5 years of experience in facilities maintenance or facilities engineering roles, preferably within regulated or manufacturing environments.
• Associate’s degree in a relevant technical field or closely related discipline.
• Strong hands-on experience with chemical manufacturing equipment in an industrial or laboratory setting.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems, including motors, pumps, chillers, and boilers.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, including facility power distribution and equipment-level components.
• Familiarity with GMP environments and FDA regulations, including working under cGMP guidelines.
• Experience maintaining cGMP-compliant documentation of maintenance activities using CMMS software.
• Physical ability to perform job duties, including standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 30 pounds.

• Experience working in biopharma, biotechnology, or cell-and-gene therapy facilities.
• Experience in facilities that operate under strict cGMP guidelines and FDA oversight.
• Hands-on experience with building automation systems beyond basic operation, including configuration or optimization.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Interest in contributing to mission-driven work supporting advanced therapeutic manufacturing.

The Facilities Engineering Technician works on-site in a state-of-the-art lentiviral vector manufacturing facility located in Louisville, Colorado. This is a fully on-site, hands-on role that requires daily presence in a high-tech, cGMP-compliant environment. The facility operates under strict cGMP and FDA guidelines, with high standards for safety, quality, and documentation. The culture emphasizes cross-departmental collaboration, values diverse perspectives, and promotes a joyful, accountable, and solution-oriented approach to work.

The technician supports both routine and dynamic operations, including participation in on-call rotations and response to emergency maintenance needs. Personal protective equipment such as gloves, protective clothing, and safety glasses is regularly required, and the role…