Facilities Process Engineer

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The Position

Are you a skilled engineer with a passion for optimizing mechanical systems and driving maintenance innovation? We are seeking a proactive and solutions-oriented Facilities Process Engineer to oversee and enhance the daily operations of our mechanical systems, including HVAC, chillers, and cold storage, as well as the Central Utility Plant (CUP). In this pivotal role, you’ll use your expertise in mechanical engineering, process optimization, and energy management to streamline processes, minimize downtime, and maximize efficiency. By delivering data-driven insights, managing vendor relationships, and spearheading preventative maintenance strategies, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the seamless operation of our facility and contributing to a safe and sustainable workplace. Join us in fostering innovation, reliability, and operational excellence in a highly regulated, dynamic environment.

The Opportunity

Responsibilities

• Analyze all current HVAC, Controls & Electrical systems processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement improvement strategies for optimal resource use, cost savings, and increased throughput

• Ensure all Central Utilities Plant ammonia processes and training align with safety regulations and environmental standards, actively contributing to a safe working environment

• Provide strong vendor management oversight to control costs, ensure excellent service deliverability, minimize potential safety risks, equipment downtime and drive for optimum asset life from our vendors throughout the lifecycle of their contractual relationship.

• Focuses on critical spare parts definition to minimize unplanned downtime.

• Gather and interpret operational data to monitor performance metrics, generate reports, and make data-driven recommendations for process improvements.

• Investigate causes of equipment downtime, analyze data to identify patterns, and develop strategies to reduce or eliminate downtime.

• Work with the maintenance team to create and improve preventive and predictive maintenance plans that enhance equipment reliability and extend the lifespan of assets

• Identify sources of operational and production losses, including equipment inefficiencies and process bottlenecks, and implement solutions to minimize waste and improve productivity

• Conduct root cause analyses for recurring issues, employing problem-solving methodologies like 5-Whys or Fishbone diagrams to understand and address underlying causes

• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to downtime, maintenance, and losses. Prepare regular reports to communicate findings and improvement opportunities

• Defines scopes of work and supervises contract labor for small and medium projects under some supervision.

• Supervises contractor evaluation and selection process. Manages contractor inspection process to ensure safety and compliance

Who you are

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical or related field. Master’s degree preferred.

Experience

• 5 years in preventative maintenance practices, preferably in a biotech or diagnostic regulated industry, preferred.

• 5 or more years in operating, maintaining complex mechanical systems (i.e. central utility plant).

Knowledge, Skill or Ability

• Knowledge of HVAC, utilities, electrical, and energy management systems.

• Experience in process engineering with a strong focus on maintenance and reliability in an industrial, manufacturing or facilities environment.

• Must have strong vendor management experience to: develop vendor agreement for services, control costs, ensure excellent service deliverability, and minimize potential risks and to drive for optimum benefits from our vendors throughout the lifecycle of their contractual relationship.

• Proficiency in root cause analysis, problem-solving techniques, and maintenance management principles.

• Knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), predictive maintenance tools, and loss minimization methodologies.

Relocation benefits are available for this posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Arizona is $103,600 - $192,400 USD Annual. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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