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ThermoFisher Scientific

Facilities Specialist III - Maintenance Engineer

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Job Description

  • Work Schedule
  • Standard (Mon-Fri)
  • Environmental Conditions
  • Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Rapid flashing lights, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.

), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Working at heights

  • Job Description
  • This is a fully onsite role based at our US - Middleton, WI - 8551 Research Way Suite 90 location in Middleton, WI.

We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the candidate. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening. At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on - now and in the future. Our PPD® Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations.

  • Discover Impactful Work:
  • Leads facility engineering-driven maintenance and improvement initiatives, managing critical building systems and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure a safe, compliant, and efficient work environment.

This role focuses on driving reliability, performance, and continuous improvement across facility infrastructure, with opportunities to implement innovative solutions that enhance operational effectiveness.

  • A Day in the
Life:
  • + Lead troubleshooting of complex system failures across electrical, mechanical, and controls systems + Drive root cause analysis and permanent corrective actions for recurring system issues + Serve as the maintenance point of contact and liaison for capital and continuous improvement initiatives, partnering with Facilities, Projects, and Compliance to support site upgrades, expansions, and infrastructure improvements + Drive execution of facility improvement and reliability work across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and controls systems, ensuring alignment with maintenance strategy and operational needs + Act as technical lead and subject matter expert for maintenance engineering + Establish and improve preventive and predictive maintenance strategies + Identify and eliminate single points of failure in critical systems (e.

g., controls, utilities)

+ Provide technical guidance and mentorship to maintenance staff and contractors

+ Partner with Quality and EHS to maintain compliance with internal and external standards

+ Ensure all work aligns with GMP, quality, and regulatory requirements

+ Daily operational support and other duties as needed or assigned

  • Keys to
Success:

•

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5+ years). _In s_ _o_ _m_ _e_ _c_ _as_ _e_ _s, an_ _e_ _q_ _u_ _ival_ _e_ _n_ _cy_ _,_ _c_ _o_ _n_ _si_ _s_ _t_ _in_ _g of a_ _c_ _o_ _m_ _b_ _i_ _n_ _at_ _i_ _o_ _n of a_ _p_ _propr_ _i_ _a_ _t_ _e_ _e_ _d_ _u_ _c_ _at_ _i_ _o_ _n_ _, tra_ _in_ _i_ _n_ _g a_ _n_ _d/or dire_ _c_ _t_ _l_ _y r_ _e_ _la_ _t_ _e_ _d_ _e_ _xp_ _e_ _rienc_ _e_ _, wi_ _l_ _l be_ _c_ _o_ _n_ _sider_ _e_ _d s_ _u_ _f_ _f_ _ici_ _e_ _n_ _t for an i_ _n_ _divid_ _u_ _al_ _t_ _o_ _m_ _ee_ _t_ _th_ _e r_ _e_ _q_ _u_ _ire_ _m_ _e_ _n_ _ts of_ _t_ _h_ _e rol_ _e_ _._

  • Knowl
  • e•dg•e, Skills,•a•n•d•A•b•i•liti•es•:•+ Proven ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and balance priorities + Excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills + High level of organization, detail-orientation, initiative, motivation, and reliability + Exhibits strong analytical and critical thinking and decision-making skills + Build effective working relationships with peers and customer to influence decision making process towards business objective and stakeholder requirement, + Comfort with ambiguity and effectiveness during periods of uncertainty and change + Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and other platforms + Solid oral and written communication skills + Basic understanding of building systems (mechanical, electrical, security, etc.

)

+ Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, mechanical and/or light general construction may be required

+ Ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization and outside vendors

+ Positive attitude and ability to work well with others

+ May require knowledge and understanding of computerized maintenance and work order systems

+ May require a strong understanding of security systems

  • Working Conditions and Environment:
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:
  • Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
  • Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.
  • Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.
  • Able to work in non-traditional work environments.
  • Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
  • May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.
  • Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance