Sr Facilities Engineer II at Gilead Sciences

Foster City, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Biotechnology, PharmaceuticalsIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
9+ years of mechanical engineering experience in R&D facilities, pharmaceutical, biotech, or other cGMP environments
Proven experience with critical utility systems
Demonstrated proficiency in core engineering fundamentals
Demonstrated proficiency in HVAC (cooling/heat load, airflow balance, pressure cascade, fan curves, duct sizing, static pressure calculations)
Demonstrated proficiency in hydronics (chilled water systems)
Strong knowledge of building automation systems preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and review the design of mechanical systems
Review, improve, and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, control sequences, P&IDs, and equipment submittals
Develop, implement, and maintain programs and processes to ensure high-quality design and operations, and compliance with CBC, CFC, CMC, cGMPs, GEPs, and GLPs
Collaborate with Maintenance and Operations to ensure equipment maintenance, safety inspections, analyses, and audits are conducted as specified
Report project status and adhere to established guidelines and policies
Serve as technical owner for major building systems, including HVAC, chilled water, heating hot water, cold rooms, clean rooms, environmental chambers, fire protection, plumbing (required), and RO/DI, WFI, PW, USP water systems, wastewater neutralization, CDA, compressed air, specialty gases, vacuum systems (desired)
Provide operational engineering support and act as SME on utility systems
Troubleshoot and perform root-cause analysis for system deviations and failures
Define and implement CAPAs for long-term system reliability
Review facility systems capacity planning and trending
Partner with Facilities Maintenance and Operations for audits, condition assessments, and SOP development
Collaborate on project justification packages for mechanical systems, incorporating ROI, total cost of ownership, reliability, and energy efficiency
Lead design phase of capital and operational projects from concept through closeout
Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and vendors during design, construction, and commissioning
Oversee field inspections and support punch list closeout
Support start-up activities for construction projects
Develop Cx protocols, URSs, SOPs, IQ/OQ activities, and PQ for mechanical and utility systems
Ensure documentation meets GMP, regulatory, and quality standards
Mentor and guide junior engineers or direct reports
Manage contractors to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient execution of work
Collaborate with Facilities Maintenance, EH&S, Workspace Design, Product Development, Quality, and Research teams

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

HVACChilled Water SystemsHeating Hot WaterClean RoomscGMPP&IDEngineering DrawingsMechanical Systems DesignFacility OperationsCompliance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the key responsibilities of the Sr Facilities Engineer II role?

Key responsibilities include leading and reviewing the design of mechanical systems, serving as technical owner for major building systems like HVAC and chilled water, providing operational engineering support, troubleshooting system deviations, and leading capital projects from concept through closeout.

What technical systems is the Sr Facilities Engineer II responsible for?

The role requires serving as technical owner for systems including HVAC, chilled water, heating hot water, cold rooms, clean rooms, environmental chambers, fire protection, and plumbing; desired systems include RO/DI, WFI, PW, USP water systems, wastewater neutralization, CDA, compressed air, specialty gases, and vacuum systems.

What is the employment type for this position?

The position is full-time.

What is the salary or compensation for the Sr Facilities Engineer II role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What experience or skills make a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates will have expertise in designing mechanical systems, knowledge of cGMPs, GEPs, GLPs, experience with building automation systems, and the ability to lead projects, troubleshoot systems, and collaborate with maintenance, operations, and vendors.

Gilead Sciences

Develops and commercializes biopharmaceuticals

About Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing medicines for various medical conditions, including HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer, inflammatory and respiratory diseases, and cardiovascular issues. The company conducts extensive research and development to create new therapies, which are then marketed to healthcare providers, hospitals, and pharmacies after receiving regulatory approval. Gilead differentiates itself from competitors through its strong commitment to R&D and strategic partnerships, such as with SAP Ariba, to enhance its operations and product offerings. The company's goal is to improve health equity and access to care globally, working with communities to ensure that its medicines reach those in need.

Foster City, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1987Year Founded

$15,873.6MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid family time off and paid parental time off

Generous 401(k) contribution matching

Comprehensive medical plans that cover both physical and mental healthcare

Global Wellbeing Reimbursement

Time Off

Global Volunteer Day

Giving Together Program

Employee Support Programs

Flexible Work Options

Risks

Increased competition in HIV treatment from ViiV Healthcare's expanding drug portfolio.

Regulatory scrutiny over drug pricing could impact Gilead's U.S. market operations.

Patent expirations, like Truvada's, lead to increased generic competition and revenue loss.

Differentiation

Gilead's lenacapavir is recognized as the 2024 Breakthrough of the Year for HIV care.

Partnerships with LEO Pharma and Tubulis enhance Gilead's focus on inflammatory and cancer therapies.

Gilead's commitment to health equity initiatives like COMPASS and HepConnect sets it apart.

Upsides

Gilead's strategic partnerships expand its reach in inflammatory and oncology drug markets.

Investment in digital health technologies enhances Gilead's R&D and patient engagement.

Focus on sustainability improves Gilead's operational efficiency and corporate reputation.

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