Facilities Engineer (Contract)
Location: Waltham, MA (Onsite)
Duration: Approximately 3 Months, strong likelihood of extension based on job performance
Compensation: 50.00-58.00/hr W2
Position Overview
Our client, a leading manufacturer operating in a regulated environment, is seeking a Facilities Engineer to support facility operations, equipment reliability, maintenance programs, and continuous improvement initiatives. This individual will play a key role in maintaining critical facility and production systems while ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and optimize facility and production equipment.
- Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance activities on critical systems.
- Support mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and plumbing maintenance programs.
- Coordinate repairs and maintenance activities with internal teams and external service providers.
- Lead or support equipment upgrades, improvement projects, and facility enhancements.
- Draft and execute equipment qualification protocols, maintenance procedures, and standard operating procedures.
- Assist with calibration programs and equipment lifecycle management.
- Support quality systems, investigations, corrective actions, and regulatory compliance activities.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on facility systems and equipment performance.
- Participate in shutdown planning and maintenance execution as required.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, safety, and operational excellence.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting manufacturing, facilities, maintenance, or engineering operations.
- Strong troubleshooting skills involving electrical, mechanical, and electro-mechanical systems.
- Experience supporting industrial equipment, manufacturing systems, or facility infrastructure.
- Knowledge of preventive maintenance and equipment reliability methodologies.
- Familiarity with GMP or regulated manufacturing environments.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and process documentation.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and project coordination skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with industrial control systems, drives, PLCs, or automation equipment.
- Familiarity with electrical safety standards and facility compliance requirements.
- Experience supporting life sciences, medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or advanced manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of CAD software, Lean Manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Previous leadership, project management, or vendor management experience.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in a manufacturing and facility environment.
- Capable of standing, walking, bending, reaching, and performing hands-on technical tasks.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to work on facility and equipment improvement projects.
- Exposure to diverse manufacturing and engineering systems.
- Collaborative and safety-focused environment.
- Immediate impact supporting critical operations and infrastructure.
- Potential for contract extension based on business needs and performance.
Qualified candidates should highlight their experience with facilities engineering, maintenance, manufacturing equipment, troubleshooting, reliability programs, and regulated environment
