Facilities Manager (Operations & Engineering)

Illumina; Alabama; On-site; USD 110,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Illumina is seeking a Facilities Manager (Operations & Engineering) to lead facilities, engineering, and site services across our Alabama operations. You will drive maintenance, reliability, and capital projects, partnering with Quality, EHS, and Manufacturing to ensure safe, compliant, and cost‑effective operations.

The role requires engineering/Facilities background, 7+ years of leadership experience, and strong budgeting and risk management capabilities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive facilities management, engineering, or operations leadership experience.
• Experience managing critical building infrastructure in regulated, technical environments (lab, pharma, biotech).
• Proven experience leading maintenance, engineering, and facility operations teams.
• Demonstrated success managing capital projects and operating budgets.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight for Facilities, Engineering, Security, Maintenance, and Site Services activities.
• Oversee operation, maintenance, and reliability of building infrastructure and critical utility systems.
• Develop and implement preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies.
• Manage asset lifecycle programs for long‑term sustainability of infrastructure.
• Monitor facility performance via KPIs, reliability metrics, and dashboards.
• Drive continuous improvement for safety, reliability, efficiency, and energy reduction.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets and resource allocation.
• Establish SLAs and performance standards for facilities operations and vendors.
• Lead facility readiness for audits, inspections, and compliance assessments.
• Support site planning, capacity management, and space utilization with Global Facilities.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Project management

Compliance

Risk management

Communication

Analytical thinking

People leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Facilities Management or related

Professional certifications (CFM, FMP, PMP, PE, LEED, CSP) desirable

Tools

CMMS

Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS)

Job description

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?

At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life‑changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.

Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

Facilities Manager (Operations & Engineering)

Position Summary

The Facilities Manager is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational management, and engineering oversight of all facility‑related functions to ensure safe, reliable, compliant, and cost‑effective operations. This role leads facility operations, infrastructure maintenance, engineering systems, security, energy management, capital projects, and workplace services while supporting business continuity and operational excellence initiatives. The Facilities Manager serves as a key partner to site leadership, Global Facilities, EHS, Quality, and external service providers to maintain a world‑class work environment that supports business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Facilities Operations & Engineering

• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight for all Facilities, Engineering, Security, Maintenance, and Site Services activities.
• Manage the day‑to‑day operation, maintenance, and reliability of building infrastructure and critical utility systems.
• Oversee engineering and facilities programs, including HVAC, electrical distribution, chilled water, compressed air, process gases, plumbing, fire life safety systems, and building automation systems.
• Develop and execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
• Implement asset lifecycle management programs to ensure long‑term sustainability of critical infrastructure.
• Monitor facility performance through key performance indicators (KPIs), reliability metrics, and operational dashboards.

Operational Excellence

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability, efficiency, energy reduction, and operational performance.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets, maintenance plans, and resource allocation strategies.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process optimization, and improved service delivery without compromising safety or compliance.
• Establish service level agreements (SLAs) and performance standards for facilities operations and contracted services.

Compliance, Safety & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory, environmental, health, safety, quality, and statutory requirements.
• Lead facility readiness for internal audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance assessments.
• Manage fire and life safety programs, emergency preparedness, and business continuity planning.
• Ensure completion of all required inspections, certifications, testing, and regulatory documentation.
• Serve as a key stakeholder in risk assessments and mitigation strategies related to facility operations.

Project & Capital Program Management

• Support site planning, capacity management, and space utilization initiatives in partnership with Global Facilities Planning.
• Ensure projects are executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with company standards.

Vendor & Contract Management

• Manage relationships with facility service providers, engineering contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
• Lead sourcing, bid evaluations, contract negotiations, and contractor performance reviews.
• Ensure contracted services meet operational, safety, quality, and financial expectations.

Security & Emergency Response

• Manage emergency response procedures, incident investigations, and escalation processes.
• Administer on‑call and emergency call‑out programs for facility, utility, security, and alarm‑related incidents.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and develop facilities personnel, contractors, and service providers.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, operational excellence, and customer service.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Quality, EHS, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Real Estate, and Business Operations teams.
• Provide leadership reporting and recommendations regarding facility performance, capital investments, and operational risks.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management, Industrial Technology, or related discipline preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CFM, FMP, PMP, PE, LEED, CSP, or equivalent are desirable.

Experience

• 7+ years of progressive facilities management, engineering, or operations leadership experience.
• Experience managing critical building infrastructure in a regulated, technical, laboratory, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or commercial environment.
• Proven experience leading maintenance, engineering, and facility operations teams.
• Demonstrated success managing capital projects and operational budgets.

Technical Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of:
  • HVAC systems
  • Electrical distribution systems
  • Chilled water systems
  • Compressed air systems
  • Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS)
  • Fire and Life Safety Systems
  • Emergency Power Systems
  • Process Utility Systems
  • Facility Reliability Programs
• Understanding of cGMP, FDA, ISO, OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulatory requirements preferred.
• Working knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Leadership Competencies

• Strong business acumen with demonstrated operational leadership skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication abilities.
• Proven ability to prioritize competing demands and make sound operational decisions.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and risk management capabilities.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Effective people leadership, coaching, and team development skills.

The estimated base salary range for the Facilities Manager (Operations & Engineering) role based in the United States of America is: $109,500 - $164,300. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. The range reflects long‑term growth in the role; therefore, most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero‑net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail]. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.