Junior Engineer Facilities

Job Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot facility and utility systems to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
• Execute preventive and predictive maintenance activities in accordance with Cepheid standard operating procedures and approved maintenance plans.
• Operate and maintain purified water generation and distribution systems, including softeners, reverse osmosis, electro deionization (EDI), and distribution loops.
• Monitor critical water-quality parameters against approved specifications and promptly coordinate technical troubleshooting with OEMs and service providers.
• Maintain molecular biology-grade water system availability in line with site KPI targets.
• Monitor and support achievement of facility KPIs, including uptime, overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), spare-parts management, and service-level agreements.
• Improve the reliability and performance of key utility equipment and facility services through root-cause analysis and continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement opportunities to reduce energy consumption and optimize utility performance.
• Coordinate facility maintenance contractors, verify service quality, and ensure work is completed within defined SLAs.
• Respond effectively to the requirements of internal customers and minimize disruption to business operations.
• Maintain accurate temperature records and other facility documentation required for ISO 13485 audits and internal procedures.
• Follow applicable EHS requirements, including lockout/tagout, PPE, chemical handling, and safe work practices.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Strong understanding of building mechanical and utility systems, including air compressors, chillers, AHUs, heat exchangers, pumps, cooling towers, dehumidifiers, and exhaust systems.
• Knowledge of CMMS and building management systems (BMS).
• Working knowledge of chemical safety, lockout/tagout, PPE requirements, and effluent discharge norms.
• Ability to diagnose equipment faults, coordinate repairs, and restore systems safely and promptly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel for weekly and monthly maintenance reporting.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across internal teams, contractors, and OEM representatives.

Key Behavioral Competencies

• Safety and quality focus
• Ownership and accountability
• Technical problem-solving
• Customer service orientation
• Teamwork and vendor coordination
• Continuous improvement mindset

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