Facilities Engineer III

bostonscientific•Maple Grove, MN

3d•$76,000 - $144,400•Onsite

About The Position

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions. About the role: Boston Scientific ranked #2 among medical device companies on Forbes America's Best Places to Work for Engineers 2026 . Whether your passion lies in systems, software, human factors, or beyond, this is a place where you can grow your career and be part of something bigger—advancing science for life. The Facilities Engineer III provides engineering support, direction, and project management for all facilities systems, infrastructure, and environments supporting medical device manufacturing, lab, and office operations. While the Arbor Lakes facility (Maple Grove) will be your primary work location, this role requires occasional travel to the Weaver Lake (Maple Grove) and Arden Hills campuses based on project needs. You will lead cross-functional efforts to design, construct, commission, qualify, and maintain critical facilities systems and controlled environments, while managing infrastructure projects of varying sizes and timelines. Work model, sponsorship, relocation: This is an on-site position based at our Arbor Lakes (Maple Grove) facility. Occasional travel to nearby Boston Scientific campuses in Weaver Lake (Maple Grove) and Arden Hills may be required based on project work. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time. Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field
Minimum of 4 years' experience in facilities engineering, project engineering, or a related discipline
A proactive, self-driven approach to work and learning
Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and support others
Strong communication skills—both written and verbal
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across diverse teams and disciplines
Experience navigating large, cross-functional organizations

Nice To Haves

Experience leading or coordinating complex engineering design projects
Ability to translate technical concepts into clear, accessible language
Background working within large-scale or Fortune 500 organizations
Familiarity with qualifying infrastructure for regulated manufacturing environments (e.g., medical devices)
Exposure to lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices
Experience guiding or supporting process transformation initiatives
Adaptable and resilient in dynamic, evolving environments

Responsibilities

Responsible for planning facilities equipment layouts for operational efficiency and optimal use of space and systems.
Review and estimate design costs including equipment, installation, labor, materials, and related expenses.
Develop criteria and performance specifications for infrastructure and equipment to meet operational needs and building/safety codes.
Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, compliance, and performance.
Coordinate with architecture and engineering firms to develop design criteria and technical drawings.
Manage commissioning and qualification of controlled environments and utility systems supporting medical device manufacturing.
Achieve a detailed mechanical understanding of all infrastructure systems used in manufacturing and lab areas.
Prepare bid documentation and contracts to support competitive procurement for construction projects.
Collaborate cross-functionally to identify project needs and propose effective solutions.
Lead and manage construction projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
Oversee construction and installation activities to ensure conformance to specifications and schedules.
Gather and evaluate data related to facility/equipment specifications, compliance requirements, and construction feasibility.
May oversee scheduling and coordination of preventative maintenance activities.
Plan and coordinate shutdowns of manufacturing areas for critical maintenance or upgrades.
Ensure compliance of controlled areas and systems with FDA regulations, global standards, and internal procedures.
Create systematic decision-making frameworks for both high-level budgetary planning and detailed design assessments.