Facilities & Engineering Manager

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Company: Fortive

Location: Irvine, CA 92620

Description:

Position Summary

The Facilities & Engineering Manager is responsible for leading facility operations, engineering, automation systems, and process improvements in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment. This role ensures compliance, efficiency, and strategic growth, overseeing facility maintenance, automation, process engineering, and capital projects. The position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and cross-functional collaboration to drive operational excellence while managing a team of Engineers and Technicians.

Key Responsibilities

Facilities & Engineering Management
  • Oversee the team responsible for GMP facility operations, including cleanrooms, HVAC, utilities, and infrastructure.
  • Set and manage priorities for facilities and CAPEX investments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Lead preventive maintenance programs to ensure reliability and minimize downtime.
  • Develop and manage facility budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships for cost-effective operations.
  • Drive energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives to optimize facility performance.
  • Ensure real estate, lease agreements, and space planning align with business needs.

Automation & Process Engineering
  • Oversee automation systems (PLCs, SCADA, MES, robotics) to enhance manufacturing efficiency.
  • Integrate automation with production, quality control, and facility operations.
  • Drive process improvements and operational excellence through automation and Lean methodologies.

Regulatory Compliance & Validation
  • Ensure Building Management Systems (BMS) and Environmental Monitoring Systems (EMS) maintain GMP compliance.
  • Lead IQ, OQ, PQ validation for facility, automation, and process systems.
  • Ensure compliance with FDA, EMA, GMP, OSHA, and safety regulations.
  • Support regulatory audits and inspections, maintaining required documentation and training programs.

Team Leadership & Project Management
  • Builds a cohesive that drives the goals of the organizations and has the right mix of skills
  • Motivate team members to reach their highest potential and champions team members' development through ongoing coaching
  • Create an environment that encourages risk-taking, promote teamwork, encourage others to pursue challenging goals and to challenge the status quo.
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, R&D, Quality, and Operations teams to align engineering strategies.

Qualifications & Skills

Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or related field) or equivalent experience.
  • 3 years of experience managing a team delivering high team engagement and performance.
  • 2 years of experience managing facilities within a GMP-regulated environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to oversee complex CAPEX projects such as facilities construction, renovation, expansion or renovation.
  • Expertise in contract negotiations, vendor management, and optimization of contracted services.
  • Strong knowledge of GMP regulations, OSHA safety standards, and facility compliance requirements.

Technical Skills:
  • Experience with PLC programming (Siemens, Allen Bradley), SCADA, MES, and robotics.
  • Familiarity with HVAC, cleanroom operations, and critical utilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.
  • Ability to read P&IDs, blueprints, and mechanical drawings.

Soft Skills:
  • Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
  • Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement strategic improvements.

Certifications (Preferred but Not Required)
  • Certified Facilities Manager (CFM) or Facilities Management Professional (FMP).
  • Project Management Professional (PMP).
  • Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt/Black Belt).
  • OSHA/EHS Safety Certification.

Work Conditions & Travel:
  • On-site role with occasional on-call responsibilities.
  • Travel up to 10% for facility expansions, vendor management, and project oversight.
  • Compliance with PPE and GMP facility requirements.

Why Join Us?
  • Lead critical facility, automation, and engineering operations in a high-impact environment.
  • Work with cross-functional teams driving innovation and process improvement.
  • Competitive compensation, benefits, and career growth opportunities.

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Fortive Corporation Overview

Fortive's essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.

We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We're a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.

We are a diverse team 17,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.

At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential-your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.

At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.

At Fortive, we believe in growth. We're honest about what's working and what isn't, and we never stop improving and innovating.

Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.

About Advanced Sterilization Products

ASP is a leading global provider of innovative sterilization and disinfection solutions, and a pioneer of low-temperature hydrogen peroxide sterilization technology.ASP's mission is to protect patients during their most critical moments. We support healthcare facilities in the fight to protect patients against hospital acquired infections, which are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. ASP's products, which are sold globally, include the STERRAD system for sterilizing instruments and the EVOTECH and ENDOCLENS systems for endoscope reprocessing and cleaning.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.

Bonus or Equity
This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range
The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 101,500.00 - 188,500.00

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