Senior Facilities Specialist (HVAC/R)

Novo Nordisk AS

IN

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$87,800–$105,200 Per Year
SKILLS
Chemical Processes, Chronic Disease, Commissioning, Compensation Management, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Control Systems, Datasheets, Disease, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Employee Assistance Plan, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Environmental Regulations, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Facilities and Maintenance, HVAC, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Identify Issues, Leadership, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing Equipment, Operational Support, Operations Management, Performance Management, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Improvement, Production Systems, Project Planning, Refrigeration, Regulations, Reliability Engineering, Safety Training, Team Player, Technical Drawing, Technical Operations, Time Management, Variable Speed Drive (VSD)
LOCATION
IN
POSTED
2 days ago

About the Department

The Boulder Site is home to the specialized technical operations/CMC team for oligonucleotides and RNAi therapeutics. The CMC team works alongside Quality, Regulatory, Technical Operations and RNAi Early Development professionals at our Boulder, Colorado facility and works closely with our teams in Lexington, Massachusetts. Together, we are driving change. Are you ready to make a difference.

The Position

Support & improve all facility maintenance efforts including preventive/predictive maintenance efforts, repairs, troubleshooting & new equipment installation. Support & participate in plant Shutdown activities for Facilities & Utility equipment. Support training for junior team members.

Relationships

Reports to Manager.

Essential Functions

  • Support consistent operation, maintenance & response for all plantwide refrigeration systems
  • Perform corrective & preventative maintenance on assigned process in a timely manner
  • Ensure that all Maintenance activities are documented in CMMS & communicated to the proper channels
  • Partner with process owners to actively improve performance & reliability of process equipment
  • Perform routine cleaning and maintain good housekeeping for assigned areas
  • Execute site rounds and equipment inspections of all Utilities independently to ensure efficient and compliant operations
  • Support the development & establishment of maintenance procedures, maintenance plans & spare parts lists for processes assigned
  • Support the maintenance teams development by instructing other technicians in specialized areas and acquiring knowledge about new systems
  • Ability to work rotating shifts, night shifts, extended shifts, &/or weekends
  • Participate in plant Shutdown planning & execution
  • Ability to interpret mechanical & electrical specifications, drawings & other technical data sheets to support project site
  • Support the installation, commissioning, qualification & training activities for all Site Utilities systems & controls
  • Support consistent operation, maintenance & response for all plantwide refrigeration systems
  • Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties and understanding of SDS documentation
  • Other duties, as assigned

Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Ability to be on feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear gloves. Occasionally performs critical job functions in extremely cold work environments. Occasionally positions oneself within confined spaces for inspection, repair & maintenance of equipment. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. Occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions. Able to pass a driving exam for powered industrial trucks. Does not require a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED and 4+ years of experience required. Equivalent experience requirements for advanced degrees would be an Associates degree with 2+ years of experience or Bachelors degree from an accredited university and 0+ years of experience

  • Minimum four (4) years of experience and knowledge in mechanical, electrical and/or control systems preferred

  • Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and/or control systems required

  • Ability to lead & guide fellow technicians with daily tasks & activities preferred

  • Experience with automated records systems such as CMMS preferred

  • Proficiency in reading schematics, wiring diagrams & other technical documents required

  • GDP/cGMP Documentation and standards experience

  • Experience in planning/organizing work, checking results & revising the work plan in accordance with the daily work plan required

  • Experience demonstrating a systematic approach to problem solving & troubleshooting based on data & facts preferred, to include active participation in driven event response activities and document problems & work to ensuring rapid resolution & prevent recurrence required

  • HVAC/R:

  • Knowledgeable of Air Handling equipment, Exhaust Fans, Leak detection and repair and control wiring knowledge required

  • EPA 608 universal certification preferred

  • HEPA filtration and air balancing experience preferred

  • Technician:

  • Ability to work with electronic batch records, automated process equipment, and/or BMS and FMS systems required

  • Knowledgeable of Compressed air, Vacuum, Chilled Water, RO/ Pretreatment water systems required

  • Knowledgeable of Purified water systems

  • Proficient in the operation and design production utility systems such as: purified water, process air, chemical storage, process waste systems, chilled water, hot water boiler, high pressure air, vacuum, air handling equipment required

  • Proficiency in Refrigeration and HVAC required

  • Electrical:

  • Experience working with 120v-480v electrical systems required

  • Experience in troubleshooting electrical systems to include VFD's preferred

The base compensation range for this position is $87,800 to $105,200. Base compensation is determined based on a number of factors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance. Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles depending on the positions level or other company factors.

Employees are also eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement program; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance. The Company also offers time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flex-able vacation policy, and parental leave policy.

The job posting is anticipated to close on June 29, 2026. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on our careers website at www.novonordisk-us/careers.com.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, were not chasing quick fixes - were creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, weve been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of whats possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, were making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger - a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

About the Company

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Novo Nordisk AS

Working at Novo Nordisk

 

Life-changing careers

Starting a career at Novo Nordisk is more than getting a job. It is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions of people living with a serious chronic disease.

Whether you are a part of supplying insulin for patients around the world, discovering the next breakthrough at one of our state-of-the-art research centres, working with us is truly life-changing.

 

We are inspired by life

We are a proud life-science company on a mission to ensure that people living with a chronic disease can live a full life. Millions rely on us.

We’re inspired by life in all its forms and shapes, ups and downs, opportunities and challenges. From our colleagues in the lab, working to change lives through pioneering break-through treatments, to our colleagues putting sustainability at the core of our processes and working to prolong the life of our planet, this mission to improve lives is at the core of our every action.

 

Together we drive change

Change is a constant — change in lifestyle, change in technology, change all over. At Novo Nordisk, we don’t wait for change. We drive it.

We’re a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future.

That’s why we continuously push to improve the way we work and the lives of the patients we serve, creating innovative solutions that fit the way people want to live. To accomplish this, we embrace a spirit of open-mindedness and experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection.

 

Together, we are life-changing

Our company is our people. We know that life is anything but linear and balancing what is important at different stages of our career is never easy. That’s why we make room for diverse life situations, always putting people first. We want to ensure that every employee can achieve a work-life balance that supports their current priorities and where they want to go next.

 

Your development starts here

We value our employees for the unique skills, backgrounds and perspectives they bring to the table. We work continuously to help bring out the best in all of our people, offering opportunities for development and creating an environment of mobility within the company. We strive to offer a workplace that’s great to be in and to be from.

It is very important to us that anyone working with us feels empowered as an employee and as a person. We all should have the opportunity to act fast, make decisions and be agile. 

With a career at our company, you will feel a difference right from the start. A sense of inspiration that comes from a shared belief in driving positive change for people, families and communities everywhere, and it’s a collective effort. We rely on the joint potential and collaboration of our more than 45,000 employees.

In the video above, meet  Marie Darting, one of our scientists, and hear more about her work as a formulation scientist, her perspective on development plans and the impact she feels her work has on people living with a chronic disease.

 

Who we are

We were founded in 1923 and today we are a global healthcare company headquartered just outside Copenhagen, Denmark.

Our purpose is to drive change to defeat diabetes and other serious chronic diseases, such as obesity and rare blood and endocrine disorders. We do so by pioneering  scientific breakthroughs, expanding  access to our medicines , and working to prevent and ultimately cure diabetes.

With almost 100 years of experience, one of the broadest diabetes product portfolios in the healthcare industry, as well as an award-winning pipeline of innovative products, our success is built on our company values – the Novo Nordisk Way.

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals
FOUNDED
1923
WEBSITE
https://www.novonordisk.com/