Facilities Engineer

Lancesoft

Chantilly, VA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$26

SKILLS

Automation Systems, Biology, Blueprints, Building Systems, Capital Project, Cleanroom, Communication Skills, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Control Systems, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Training, Documentation, Electricity, Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), FDA Requirements, Facilities Engineering, Facilities Management, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HVAC, High School Diploma, Home Automation, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Identify Issues, Laboratory Operations, Lean Six Sigma, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - HVAC, Maintenance Services, National Electrical Code, OSHA, Operational Support, Plumbing, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Refrigeration, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Schematics, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Sustainability, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Technical Writing, Testing, Water Treatment

LOCATION

Chantilly, VA

POSTED

18 days ago

Title: Facilities Engineer

Location: Chantilly VA 20151

Duration: 5/11/2026 - 8/31/2026

Shift/Time Zone: 6: 00 AM to 2: 30 PM - on-call for 24/7 coverage in the building

Job Description:

The Facilities Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and optimization of building systems within a commercial life science facility.

This role ensures reliable performance of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and control systems that support critical laboratory operations.

The Facilities Engineer will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, respond to facility issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain compliance, safety, and efficiency in all building systems.

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot building systems including HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, steam, compressed air, and building automation systems (Client).

Perform preventive and predictive maintenance tasks to ensure uptime of critical infrastructure.

Support clean rooms, labs, walk-in freezers, and controlled environments requiring precise temperature and humidity control.

Conduct inspections, monitoring, and testing of facility systems, ensuring compliance with codes, GMP, FDA, and safety regulations.

Respond to service requests, alarms, and emergency situations, providing rapid problem resolution.

Partner with Facilities, Engineering, Lab Operations, and vendors to complete projects and system upgrades.

Document maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs in CMMS systems.

Contribute to energy efficiency, sustainability efforts, and cost reduction initiatives.

Provide support for capital improvement projects, renovations, and new equipment installations.

Maintain compliance with safety standards, including lockout/tagout, PPE, and NFPA 70E procedures.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.

Minimum 3 5 years of experience in facilities engineering, building systems, or related technical field.

Demonstrated experience with HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, and plumbing systems in a commercial or industrial environment.

Working knowledge of Building Automation Systems (Client) for monitoring and controls.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.

Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills across multiple building systems.

Understanding of GMP standards and compliance in life science or regulated facilities.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a 24/7 operational environment.

Strong communication and documentation skills (CMMS, SOPs, reporting).

Continuing education is required to maintain compliance with codes, safety, and evolving technology.

Required:

EPA Section 608 Certification (Type I, II, or Universal) required for anyone handling refrigerants.

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Training ensures knowledge of general workplace safety standards.

NFPA 70E Training electrical safety training for working around energized equipment.

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Training for safe maintenance and repair work.

Opacity Certification

Preferred:

Technical training or apprenticeship in mechanical, electrical, or HVAC systems.

Professional Certifications (preferred): Universal EPA 608, OSHA 10/30, NFPA 70E, Client vendor certifications

Stationary Engineer or Boiler License (jurisdiction dependent, e.G., DC, MD, VA have different requirements).

Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or other sustainability/energy management certifications.

Building Automation System (Client) Training/Certification vendor-specific (Johnson Controls, Siemens, Client, etc.).

HVAC/R Certification advanced technical coursework beyond apprenticeship (e.G., NATE or equivalent).

Water Treatment Certification if supporting boilers, chillers, or DI water systems.

Lean Six Sigma / Kaizen Training desirable for process improvement in GMP environments.

GMP Compliance Training often provided in-house but a plus if already held.

Education

Bachelor s Degree Associate or Bachelor s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Building Systems, or a related technical field preferred. (Preferred)
High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

About the Company

Lancesoft

We are a $125 Million, NMSDC-certified Minority & Woman owned Workforce Solutions Company headquartered in the DC metro area with presence across US with global presence - Canada, Mexico, India, UK, Malaysia, Indonasia, Hongkong, Singapore, UAE. We are specialized in providing Workforce Solutions, SOW project delivery, Engineering Solutions, Creative Services. We currently support 100+ Fortune companies globally and across multiple industry segments. We are currently supporting several massive programs across industry segment nationally/globally (Intel, Ally, AMD, QUALCOMM, Morgan Stanley, Kraft/ Mondelez, MNP, Amdocs, Dell, SanDisk, Medtronic, Becton Dickinson, GE, Lockheed Martin, UTC, L-3 Communications, Caterpillar, BMW, Mercedes Benz, National Grid, Dominion, Energy Future Holdings, PSEG, 3M, Fidelity, Aetna, Humana, Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Merck etc).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

COMPANY SIZE

2,000 to 2,499 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

2000

WEBSITE

http://www.lancesoft.com/

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