Light Industrial - Facilities Engineer

Mindlance

Chantilly, VA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Automation Systems, Background Investigation, 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, Industrial Engineering, 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 Codes, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Sales Management, Schematics, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Sustainability, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Technical Writing, Testing, Water Treatment

LOCATION

Chantilly, VA

POSTED

16 days ago

Description/Comment: 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)

EEO:
Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.

While Mindlance is an equal opportunity employer our clients require that we conduct background checks on all hires who receive a contingent offer of employment. It is understood that any offer extended by Mindlance is contingent on meeting the requirements set forth by the client which may include but are not necessarily limited to: criminal history (including sexual crimes), verification of social security number, employment verification, motor vehicle records (sales staff or any staff receiving car allowance), verification of education, professional licensure where applicable, and debarment authorities. This process is conducted to verify the accuracy of the information provided by the candidate. A guilty misdemeanor or felony conviction on an applicant's record does not in any way render the applicant ineligible for hire however all convictions will be escalated to the compliance team.

Offer of Employment Process

When making any offer of employment to a successful candidate, Mindlance staff is responsible to the hiring party to inform the candidate of the client's intent to extend a contingent offer of employment. Upon the successful completion of the background check and drug screen, the submission of all Mindlance paperwork along with any client specific documents the associate will be cleared for their assignment. Once the start instructions are received, which is typically the Friday prior to the candidate's start date the associate will receive starting instructions from the account management team.

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