Engineering Specialist
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- 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
Nice To Haves
- 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
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- 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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
