Facilities Engineer III

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Various outside weather conditions

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Description:

The Facilities Engineer III is responsible for the design, maintenance, reliability, optimization, and compliance of facility systems supporting medical device manufacturing operations. This role ensures all building systems, utilities, and infrastructure operate reliably and in compliance with FDA, ISO, and GMP requirements. The position requires advanced technical expertise, cross-functional collaboration, and leadership in reliability improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and troubleshoot facility systems, including HVAC, cleanrooms, electrical infrastructure

• Process utilities such as compressed air and water systems, ensuring compliant operations.

• Lead reliability programs for facility systems. 

• Ensure adherence to FDA, ISO 13485, and cGMP requirements while supporting validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) and change control processes.

• Lead root cause investigations and implement effective CAPA solutions to address system issues.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and efficiency,

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Maintenance, Manufacturing, Quality, and EHS teams

• Manage contractors while supporting the execution of small capital projects.

How Will You Get Here?

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering field (Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering) or related field required

• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering required (preferred focus on facility infrastructure engineering)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD software, project management software. 

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and reliability methodologies.

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to conduct root cause analysis and implement effective solutions.

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.

• Teamwork: Proven track record to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

• Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work.

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Various outside weather conditions

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in New York is $90,000.00–$111,000.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards