Facilities Engineer

Neurotech Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Cumberland (RI); Presencial; USD 135.000 - 148.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A biotech company in Rhode Island seeks a Facilities Engineer to oversee the operation and maintenance of GMP-compliant facilities. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Engineering and 5-7 years of experience in biotech. Responsibilities include developing maintenance strategies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing vendor relationships. This full-time position offers a salary range of $135,000 to $148,000, focusing on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Formación

• 5–7 years of experience in facilities engineering or maintenance within GMP/biotech.
• Experience with cleanroom design and critical utility systems preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement facility maintenance strategies including preventive maintenance.
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance tasks per SOPs.
• Provide engineering support for installation, calibration, and qualification.
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with regulations like cGMP and OSHA.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and safety manuals.
• Respond to alarms and emergency situations promptly.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and manage budgets for facilities.

Conocimientos

GMP compliance

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Engineering drawings interpretation

CMMS proficiency

Team collaboration

Educación

BS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering

Descripción del empleo

Neurotech Pharmaceuticals, Inc. provided pay range

This range is provided by Neurotech Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$135,000.00/yr - $148,000.00/yr

Neurotech Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a private biotech company located in Cumberland, RI and Needham, MA, within the realm of Greater Boston’s vast biotechnology landscape. Since our inception more than 20 years ago, our focus has been on developing and commercializing transformative therapies for chronic eye diseases. The core platform technology, Encapsulated Cell Therapy (ECT), is a first-in-class drug delivery platform designed to slow the progression of chronic eye diseases. Neurotech’s first commercial product, ENCELTO TM (revakinagene taroretcel-lwey), is approved in the United States for the treatment of adults with idiopathic Macular Telangiectasia Type 2 (MacTel). Encapsulated cell‑based gene therapy is designed to provide long‑term, sustained delivery of therapeutic proteins for the treatment of chronic eye diseases.

The Facilities Engineer provides technical expertise and hands‑on support for the operation, maintenance, and improvement of GMP‑compliant facilities and critical utility systems. This role combines engineering analysis with practical execution to ensure reliability, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The Facilities Engineer collaborates with internal teams and external vendors to maintain facility readiness for production and inspections, while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Requirements

• Develop and implement facility maintenance strategies, including preventive and predictive programs, while performing routine inspections and maintenance on critical utilities (HVAC, WFI, RODI, Clean Steam, compressed air) and building infrastructure.
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance tasks per SOPs and CMMS schedules, ensuring accurate documentation for all activities, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls.
• Provide engineering support for installation, calibration, commissioning, and qualification of equipment and systems; lead or assist in capital projects including design review, feasibility studies, and turnover documentation.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service level agreements; coordinate repairs and service calls, verifying compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, OSHA, EPA, and local regulations; act as a technical resource during audits and inspections.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, safety manuals, and training programs for facility operations; monitor KPIs for reliability, cost efficiency, and regulatory compliance, reporting to management.
• Respond promptly to alarms and emergency situations, applying engineering judgment to resolve issues effectively.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, efficiency, and cost reduction, leveraging data‑driven analysis and best practices.
• Prepare and manage budgets for facilities and utilities as required.

Education & Experience

• BS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering (or related field).
• 5–7 years of experience in facilities engineering or maintenance within GMP/biotech or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Experience with cleanroom design and critical utility systems preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of GMP requirements and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications.
• Proficiency in CMMS and MS Office applications.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Neurotech Pharmaceuticals provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing