Facilities Maintenance Engineer

ThermoFisher Scientific; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan

Healthcare

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Lead Facilities Coordinator in Austin, TX to oversee facility operations and maintenance, coordinating with multiple vendors while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance. The role requires leadership, strong communication, and deep knowledge of building systems.

Relocation is not provided; candidates must pass background checks and be legally authorized to work in the United States. On-call duties and occasional weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 4 years of facilities management in a regulated environment preferred.
• Certifications in facilities management, electrical systems or HVAC beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, security).

Responsibilities

• Oversee facility operations and maintenance for assigned site.
• Coordinate with vendors and manage work orders.
• Maintain preventive maintenance schedules and building systems.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance across operations.
• Collaborate with departments to promote productivity and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Reading blueprints

Teamwork

Independent work

On‑call readiness

Multi‑contract coordination

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Professional certifications: facilities management / electrical systems / HVAC

Tools

CMMS

Work order tracking

Microsoft Office Suite

Facility management software

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard Office Hours (40/wk)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Working at heights

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.

Location/Division-Specific Information:

Austin, TX. Relocation assistance is NOT provided.

• *Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• *Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screen.

Discover Impactful Work:

Join our Facilities team at Thermo Fisher Scientific and contribute to our mission to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. As Lead Facilities Coordinator, you'll oversee facility operations and maintenance while ensuring optimal workplace conditions for our colleagues. This role combines technical expertise with leadership skills to maintain our facilities, coordinate with vendors, manage work orders, and implement improvement initiatives. You'll be responsible for overseeing preventive maintenance schedules, responding to facility needs, managing building systems, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. Working collaboratively across departments, you'll help create an environment that promotes productivity, safety, and innovation.

Keys to Success:

Education and Experience

• • High school diploma or equivalent required
• 4 years of facilities management or maintenance experience in a regulated industrial/laboratory environment required
• • Preferred Fields of Study: facilities management, engineering, or related technical field
• • Professional certifications in facilities management, electrical systems, or HVAC operations are beneficial
• • Advanced knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and security systems
• • Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and work order tracking
• • Project management skills and ability to coordinate multiple contractors/vendors
• • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and facility management software
• • Problem-solving abilities and technical troubleshooting skills
• • Communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with all levels of staff
• • Ability to read and interpret building plans, technical drawings, and specifications
• • Available for on-call emergency response duties and occasional weekend work
• • Knowledge of GMP, safety regulations, and compliance requirements
• • Leadership experience supervising maintenance staff or contractors
• • Valid driver's license and ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• • Additional language skills beneficial
• • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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!

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.