Facilities Engineer – Electrical and Controls

Pfizer; Pearl River (NY); On-site; USD 89,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Pfizer matching

Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution

Paid vacation

Holiday and personal days

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

Pfizer seeks a Facilities Engineer to provide electrical and controls expertise to support Pearl River, NY site operations. Focus on planning, oversight, and vendor management for facility electrical, power distribution, and automation systems, partnering with contractors to ensure safe, reliable operations.

Role emphasizes capital planning, modernization, and long-term site strategies with opportunities for growth within Pfizer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with relevant experience in facility electrical/controls.
• Experience in regulated environments and with electrical systems maintenance for facility equipment.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and NFPA codes.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and communicate requirements to contractors.
• Knowledge of electrical safety practices including LOTO and contractor oversight.
• Experience coordinating projects and managing stakeholders across teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and technical guidance for facility electrical and controls systems in regulated environments.
• Oversee electrical engineering firms and contractor work for power distribution and building systems.
• Support operations, maintenance programs, and capital projects for power distribution, BMS, EMS, and critical utilities.
• Contribute to capital planning, budgeting, and project execution.
• Provide input for risk management, EHS, and compliance activities.
• Collaborate with Digital/Business Technology teams on facility automation.

Skills

Electrical systems

Controls engineering

Vendor management

Project coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Budget & capital planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

High school diploma

Tools

Honeywell BMS

PLC control systems

Electrical drawings interpretation

Job description

Use Your Power for Purpose The Facilities Engineer provides electrical and controls expertise to support site operations at the Pearl River, NY R&D site. This role is primarily focused on planning, oversight, and vendor management for facility electrical, power distribution, and automation systems (rather than day‑to‑day hands‑on electrical work). You will partner closely with internal teams and external contractors to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant facility operations, while contributing to capital planning, modernization efforts, and long‑term site strategies. This role offers strong opportunities for growth and development within Pfizer. You'll build new skills and gain diverse experiences within Pfizer’s dynamic environment.

What You Will Achieve

• Provide engineering oversight and technical guidance for facility electrical and controls systems in regulated laboratory and office environments.
• Oversee electrical engineering firms and contractor work related to power distribution, building systems, and critical utilities.
• Support operations, maintenance programs, and capital projects for: Primary and backup power distribution systems Building Management Systems (BMS), Environmental Monitoring Systems (EMS), security, and fire alarm systems Facility and critical utility control systems.
• Contribute to near- and long-term capital planning, budgeting, and project execution.
• Provide technical input for risk management, EHS, business continuity, and compliance activities.
• Collaborate with Digital/Business Technology teams on facility-related automation and systems support.
• Drive continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across the Facilities/GWE organization.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

Bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR an associate's degree with 6 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 8 years of relevant experience

Strong background in facility operations, maintenance, and projects in regulated or technical environments with specific areas of expertise in the maintenance of electrical systems for HVAC and other facility-related equipment

Working knowledge of applicable OSHA regulations and NFPA codes and standards, with the ability to interpret requirements, understand their application to facility operations, and identify appropriate sources for reference when needed

Experience reading, interpreting, and reviewing electrical drawings, plans, and specifications; effectively communicate technical requirements to contractors and engineering vendors; and identify when modifications or design changes may be required to support safe, reliable, and compliant operations

Knowledge and understanding of electrical and facility safety practices, including hazard recognition, lockout/tagout (LOTO) concepts, contractor safety oversight, and the ability to promote safe, reliable, and compliant facility operations

Demonstrated skills in project coordination, planning, and stakeholder management

Effective teamwork and collaboration with cross-functional teams, vendors, and contractors to deliver critical customer service

Experience with BMS/automation platforms (e.g., Honeywell)

Working knowledge of PLCs, control systems, and smart/IoT building technologies

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

Familiarity with pharmaceutical, laboratory, or regulated facility environments

Project management experience and use of CMMS/EAM systems

Work Environment

Day shift with occasional after-hours or weekend support for planned maintenance or facility incidents

Onsite presence in laboratories, mechanical/electrical rooms, and office environments as needed

Periodic travel may be required

Other Job Details

Work Location Assignment: On Premise at the Pearl River, NY site No relocation assistance available

Last Date to Apply for Job: 10/23/3036

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $88,500.00 to $147,500.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 10.0% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility. Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer. U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future. Sunshine Act Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider’s name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.

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Pfizer is an E-Verify employer.

This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

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