Supervisor, Facilities & Engineering
About the role
The Supervisor, Facilities & Engineering oversees the maintenance, repair, calibration, and installation of facility and process equipment in a GMP-regulated biologics manufacturing environment. This role supervises a cross-functional team of Facilities Mechanics and Engineering Technicians, ensuring the reliable operation of building utilities, HVAC systems, clean utilities, process equipment, and automation/control systems.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate daily activities of Facilities Mechanics and Engineering Technicians across multiple shifts.
- Oversee operation and maintenance of utility systems including HVAC, clean steam generators, chillers, USP/DI water systems, boilers, air compressors, and refrigeration systems.
- Lead troubleshooting and repair of mechanical and electrical systems, including bioprocess equipment such as fermenters, bioreactors, centrifuges, TFF systems, chromatography skids, incubators, and CTUs.
- Develop and maintain preventive maintenance and calibration programs for facility and process systems using CMMS.
- Ensure proper functionality and monitoring of Building Automation Systems (BAS) and control systems.
- Generate and maintain SOPs, job aids, and maintenance records for equipment and systems.
- Coordinate with vendors and contractors for equipment maintenance, calibration, and repairs.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 8+ years of relevant experience in maintenance or engineering.
- Minimum 2 years of demonstrated leadership capability gained through supervisory roles or senior/lead technician experience, including coordinating work, mentoring staff, or directing technical activities.
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with calibration, preventive maintenance, and CMMS systems.
- Proficiency in automation and control systems operations and troubleshooting.
- Understanding of GMP, regulatory compliance, and cleanroom operations.
- Class III Stationary Engineer’s License preferred.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 8+ years of relevant experience in maintenance or engineering.
- Minimum 2 years of demonstrated leadership capability gained through supervisory roles or senior/lead technician experience, including coordinating work, mentoring staff, or directing technical activities.
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with calibration, preventive maintenance, and CMMS systems.
- Proficiency in automation and control systems operations and troubleshooting.
- Understanding of GMP, regulatory compliance, and cleanroom operations.
- Class III Stationary Engineer’s License preferred.
Skills
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with calibration, preventive maintenance, and CMMS systems.
- Proficiency in automation and control systems operations and troubleshooting.
- Understanding of GMP, regulatory compliance, and cleanroom operations.
Benefits
The position offers competitive medical benefits and a 401K plan. The anticipated salary range for this position in Maryland is $95,000 - $120,000 plus an annual bonus target. The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc.
Pay
The anticipated salary range for this position in Maryland is $95,000 - $120,000 plus an annual bonus target. The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc.
Schedule
This position is a Night shift 100% on-site role.