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Facilities Maintenance Engineer

Irvine, California Permanent USD80,000 - USD115,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a Facilities Maintenance Engineer to support the build-out, commissioning, maintenance, and ongoing operation of a modern, highly regulated manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for maintaining facility infrastructure, utility systems, production support equipment, and controlled environments to ensure safe, reliable, compliant, and efficient operations.
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About Our Client

Our client is a rapidly growing organization operating within the life sciences sector, committed to delivering products that support critical healthcare applications. The company offers a collaborative, technology-driven environment where employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while contributing to the development of a modern manufacturing operation.

Job Description

  • Support the daily operation, monitoring, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of facility systems, utilities, and manufacturing support equipment.
  • Assist with facility expansion projects, equipment installation, commissioning, and qualification activities, including IQ/OQ/PQ support.
  • Execute and enhance preventive maintenance programs for facility systems, utilities, controlled environments, and production support equipment.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records, calibration documentation, equipment logs, and related records in accordance with quality and regulatory requirements.
  • Support controlled environment operations, including environmental monitoring, investigation of excursions, and coordination of maintenance activities to minimize operational disruption.
  • Coordinate and supervise external contractors and service providers performing maintenance, calibration, and repair work.
  • Respond promptly to facility and equipment issues to reduce downtime and maintain business continuity.
  • Participate in investigations, root cause analyses, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure all maintenance activities are completed in accordance with safety standards, quality requirements, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
  • Support internal and external audits and inspections by providing technical expertise and required documentation.
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and other departments to achieve site objectives.
  • Assist with spare parts management, inventory control, and vendor coordination.
  • Support the implementation and optimization of maintenance management systems (CMMS).



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. the company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Facilities, Mechanical, Electrical, or a related discipline) preferred.
  • Equivalent technical training and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in facilities, maintenance, or equipment engineering within a regulated manufacturing environment.
  • Experience supporting GMP-regulated operations is preferred.
  • Familiarity with controlled environments, utility systems, and maintenance best practices.
  • Knowledge of facility utility systems, including HVAC, compressed gases, water systems, electrical infrastructure, and environmental controls.
  • Understanding of equipment qualification, calibration, preventive maintenance, and documentation practices within regulated industries.
  • Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, technical manuals, and related documentation.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external vendors.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
  • Flexibility to support early morning, evening, or occasional off-shift requirements.
  • Additional language skills, including Spanish, are advantageous.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from $80,000 to $115,000.
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities.
  • Comprehensive medical benefits.
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) policy.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match.



Interested? Apply today.

Contact
Juliette Muratore
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7043072

Job summary

Sector
Facilities Management
Sub Sector
Facilities Management
Industry
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Where
Irvine
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Juliette Muratore
Job Reference
JN-062026-7043072
 

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