Facilities/maintenance Engineer

Facilities Engineer

We are seeking a Facilities Engineer to perform corrective and preventative maintenance on building systems and lab equipment. This role involves troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues across the facility, maintaining GMP documentation using CMMS software, and supporting off-hours emergency repairs and on-call duties. The Facilities Engineer will supervise external vendors and inspect completed work while operating and monitoring building automation systems, including BMS, EMS, and PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections and repairs of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life safety systems to ensure uninterrupted facility operations.
• Perform hands-on work with motors, pumps, chillers, boilers, and lab equipment such as autoclaves and cryogenic units.
• Log maintenance activities accurately in CMMS (preferably Blue Mountain) to meet FDA and GMP standards.
• Oversee third-party contractors to ensure quality work and adherence to safety and regulatory protocols.

Essential Skills

• 4-5+ years of experience in facilities engineering.
• Associates degree in a related field.
• Hands-on experience with chemical manufacturing equipment.
• Familiarity with GMP environments and FDA regulations.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in biopharma or cell/gene therapy facilities.
• CFC refrigerant license.
• Experience with building automation systems.
• Proficiency in Blue Mountain CMMS software.

Work Environment

The Facilities Technician will work in a state-of-the-art lentiviral vector manufacturing facility located in Louisville, CO. This is an on-site, hands-on position requiring daily presence at the facility. The environment is collaborative, emphasizing teamwork across departments and valuing diverse perspectives. The facility operates under strict cGMP guidelines, ensuring safety and quality. The role demands the use of PPE, including gloves, protective clothing, and safety glasses. Physical activities such as standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 30 lbs are involved. Dynamic operations require the technician to support both routine and emergency maintenance, with on-call availability. The culture is joyful, accountable, and solution-oriented, with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Job Type & Location

This position is based out of Louisville, Colorado.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $36.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

About Actalent

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