Facility Building Engineer

Siemens Healthineers; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 117,770 - 161,931; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Job summary

Siemens Healthineers in Newark, New Jersey, is seeking a qualified professional to install and maintain electrical and HVAC/R equipment. The role involves working with a cross-functional team, troubleshooting malfunctioning systems, and overseeing site operations.

Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering and 10 years of experience in commercial settings. Competitive salary with benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans, is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering required.
• Master Electrician License in Delaware or Master HVAC License preferred.
• 10 years of experience working in commercial settings required.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain HVAC/R equipment according to specifications and standards.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctioning systems and components.
• Oversee daily operations of facilities technicians.

Skills

HVAC/R systems knowledge

Electrical systems maintenance

Testing equipment operation

Preventive maintenance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

CFM/CPE Certification

Tools

PLC-controlled systems

Electrical meters and testers

Refrigeration gauges

Job description

Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We encourage you to step beyond your comfort zone, offering resources and flexibility to foster your professional and personal growth, all while valuing your unique contributions.

Responsibilities

• Work within cross‑functional and cross‑discipline teams to install and maintain electrical and HVAC/R equipment and systems according to plans, specifications, codes, and standards.
• Oversee daily site operations of electrical, HVAC/R and Water Systems Facilities Technicians.
• Identify, troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctioning systems and ancillary components including air conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation, air compressors, gas‑fired boilers, heat pumps, wells, chillers, environmental units, fire panels, electrical components, transformers, switch gear, motors, panels, and circuits.
• Advise on preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance for complex electrical and HVAC/R systems and determine the need for repair and/or replacement of system components to include mechanical, electrical and/or fluid systems.
• Review and maintain cost center budgets.
• Read and understand process flow diagrams, blueprints and schematics for electrical and mechanical systems.
• Audit and approve preventive maintenance task completion.
• Maintain required records utilizing Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Work with vendors to specify and order necessary parts for jobs.
• Experience with PLC‑controlled systems: electrical, mechanical and pneumatic.
• Collaborate with and support external service suppliers as needed.
• Work within a work order system.
• Operate knowledge of various electrical meters and testers, manometers, humidity recorders, leak testing equipment, refrigeration gauges, temperature recorders, pressure gauges, torches, recovery units, vacuum pumps and micron meter; test electrical systems and circuits with testing devices (ohmmeters, voltmeters, oscilloscopes) to verify safety and functionality.

Physical & Work Environment

This role involves working across the Glasgow, Delaware site in various weather conditions—hot, humid, cold or rainy. You should be comfortable wearing appropriate PPE for the task, including gloves, glasses, hearing protection and hard hats when required. Physical demands include standing, squatting, climbing ladders, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering, and/or CFM/CPE Certification required.
• Preferred: Master Electrician License in Delaware or Master HVAC License.
• Preferred: possession of a Universal CFC certification.
• Trained in LOTO.
• Preferred: Trane equipment experience.
• Experience with Lean business systems and methodologies such as TPM, 5S and Standard Work.
• 10‑year experience working in commercial settings with commercial equipment.
• Familiarity with facilities ancillary equipment: boilers, chillers, air compressors, wells, water systems, air handlers, commercial refrigeration and Cargocaire industrial dehumidification and climate control systems.
• Position will require off‑hours on‑call support as well as occasional weekend overtime.

Salary & Benefits

Base pay range: $117,770 – $161,931. Pertinent factors may include geography, skills, education, experience and other qualifications. Commission eligibility, if applicable, follows the Company’s plan. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; life insurance; long‑term and short‑term disability insurance; paid parking/public transportation; paid time off; paid sick and safe time.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens Healthineers is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender status, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants and employees are protected under federal law from discrimination. To learn more, please consult the company’s availability of Equal Employment Opportunity resources.