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Pharmaceutical Company lists this Facilities Engineer opportunity in santa clara, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Base pay range
$36.00/hr - $52.00/hr
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Work Model: Onsite
Contract Duration: 3 Months
Shift: Day Shift
Interview Process: Phone Screen followed by Onsite Interview
Overview
This is a senior-level, hands-on Facilities Technician III role supporting a highly regulated, mission-critical environment. The focus is uptime, compliance, and operational excellence. You will be working across mechanical, electrical, building automation, and environmental monitoring systems in a GMP setting. This role is not supervisory, but it is high-impact.
If you thrive in complex facilities, know how to keep systems running under pressure, and document your work cleanly for audits, this role is built for you.
Key Responsibilities
Mechanical Systems
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC-R systems including air handlers, chillers, rooftop units, CRAC units, exhaust systems, and ducting
Troubleshoot and repair boilers, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and piping systems
Maintain CTUs such as incubators, refrigerators, freezers, environmental chambers, and stability rooms
Support RO/DI water systems, autoclaves, sterilizers, and utility distribution systems
Diagnose mechanical failures quickly to minimize downtime
Electrical Systems
Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems from 12V to 480V
Troubleshoot motors, VFDs, breakers, relays, contactors, panels, and controllers
Support generators, ATS, UPS systems, emergency lighting, and load testing
Perform IR thermography inspections and corrective actions
Ensure all work complies with NEC and site safety standards
Building Automation & Controls
Operate and troubleshoot BAS platforms including ALC, Siemens, JCI, and Distech
Monitor alarms, schedules, setpoints, trends, and system performance
Calibrate sensors, actuators, valves, and control devices
Respond to environmental excursions and escalate system-level issues appropriately
Monitor and troubleshoot Rees EMS systems supporting CTUs, cleanrooms, and critical equipment
Investigate alerts, document corrective actions, and coordinate with Engineering and Quality teams
Work Order Management
Use SAP PM to open, manage, and close work orders
Accurately document labor, parts, inspections, and corrective actions
Maintain equipment history and audit-ready documentation
Safety & Compliance
Follow Cal/OSHA, site safety policies, lockout/tagout, confined space, and hot work procedures
Identify hazards and drive corrective and preventive actions
Support EHS initiatives, audits, and continuous improvement efforts
Qualifications
You must meet one of the following:
AA Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Technology, or related field with 10+ years of hands-on facilities experience
OR
Licensed or Certified Electrician with 10+ years of hands-on electrical and mechanical experience and 3+ years working with BAS
Additional Requirements
Strong experience in GMP, biotech, pharmaceutical, or laboratory environments
Experience with BAS, EMS, and CMMS systems (SAP PM preferred)
Ability to lift 50 lbs and work onsite full-time
Strong documentation, troubleshooting, and cross-functional communication skills
Why This Role
Exposure to advanced building systems and automation
Clean scope, clear expectations, fast hiring process
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Engineering, Management, and Quality Assurance
Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Biotechnology Research, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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Worksite address
santa clara, CA, 95053, US
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