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Facilities Engineer

Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Parsippany, NJ

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$90,000–$115,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Asepsis, Automation Systems, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, CIP (Clean-in-Place), Calibration, Chemical Engineering, Cleanroom, Communication Skills, Construction, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) Systems, Cost Effectiveness Analysis, Cross-Functional, Disease, Disease Prevention and Control, Documentation, Drug Manufacturing, Electricity, Energy Efficiency, Entrepreneurship, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), Facebook, Facilities Engineering, Facilities and Maintenance, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Gastroenterology, Gene Therapy, Genetics, HVAC, Healthcare, Home Automation, Housekeeping/Cleaning, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Identify Issues, Internal Audit, Interpersonal Skills, Laboratory Equipment, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, LinkedIn, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance, Medical Products, Medicine, OSHA, Oncology, Philosophy, Physical Demands, Plumbing, Preventative Maintenance, Process Validation, Production Support, Quality Assurance, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Reliability Engineering, Requirements Management, Risk Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, SIP (Sterilization-in-Place), Safety Compliance, Scientific Research, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Sustainability, System Operations, System Validation, Team Player, Testing, Urology, Validation Documentation, Water For Injection (WFI), YouTube
LOCATION
Parsippany, NJ
POSTED
13 days ago
Job Description: As a privately-owned, biopharmaceutical company, Ferring pioneers and delivers life-changing therapies that help people build families and live better lives. Our independence helps us cultivate an entrepreneurial spirit and long-term perspective that enables us to achieve growth and scale, while remaining agile and true to our ‘people first’ philosophy. Built on a 70-year plus commitment to science and research, Ferring is relentless in its pursuit of science that drives powerful discoveries and therapies to help people build families, stay healthy, and stand up to the world’s oldest enemy: disease. The Facilities Engineer will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and optimization of facility systems at our aseptic pharmaceutical manufacturing site. This role ensures that all utilities, equipment, and building infrastructure comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), OSHA, and other regulatory requirements while supporting uninterrupted production of sterile products. With Ferring, you will be joining a recognized leader, identified as one of “The World’s Most Innovative Companies” by Fast Company, and honored by Fortune with inclusion on its “Change the World List,” for addressing society’s unmet needs. Ferring US is also Great Places to Work® Certified, distinguishing it as one of the best companies to work for in the country. Responsibilities: Facility Operations & Maintenance: Maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize facility systems including HVAC, clean utilities (WFI, CIP, SIP, compressed gases), electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems. Ensure critical systems operate within validated parameters to maintain aseptic and sterile manufacturing conditions. Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on facility equipment, documenting all work per GMP requirements. Provide support for HEPA filter testing and certification in clean room areas and for laboratory equipment Compliance & Regulatory Support: Support regulatory inspections and internal audits by ensuring facilities systems meet GMP, FDA, EMA, and other applicable standards. Maintain up-to-date documentation, including SOPs, maintenance logs, calibration records, and validation/qualification documents. Assist in facility qualification and validation activities (IQ, OQ, PQ). Project Support: Participate in facility expansion, modification, and upgrade projects, ensuring compliance with design specifications and regulatory standards. Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders during construction or system modifications. Support energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives within the facility. Safety & EHS: Promote a culture of safety, ensuring compliance with OSHA and site-specific EHS protocols. Conduct risk assessments, troubleshooting root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Respond to facility-related emergencies, including utility failures, HVAC malfunctions, or other incidents affecting aseptic production. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of facility systems. Support FMEA, CAPA, and continuous improvement initiatives related to facility operations. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering, or related technical field. Minimum 5 years of experience in facilities engineering or maintenance within a pharmaceutical, biotech, or aseptic manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of GMP, FDA, EMA, and ISO standards as applied to aseptic manufacturing. Hands-on experience with HVAC, clean utilities, WFI systems, compressed gases, water treatment, and facility automation/control systems. Experience with facility qualification/validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) preferred. Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, QA, and EHS. Excellent documentation and communication skills. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry up to 25–50 lbs occasionally. Frequent walking, standing, climbing stairs, and navigating controlled areas. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching to inspect equipment. Comfortable working in areas with controlled temperatures, noise, and cleanroom conditions. Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including gowning for cleanroom access. Occasional work at heights or in confined spaces during maintenance or inspections. Role will be in Parsippany, NJ. Ferring + you At Ferring, we offer competitive total compensation along with an exceptional range of flexible benefits, personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work. From working hours that respect your lifestyle, a culture that is welcoming and equitable, and the chance to work with the industry’s most impressive people, these are just some of the ways we live our "People First" philosophy. Our Compensation and Benefits At Ferring, base salary is one part of our competitive total compensation and benefits package and is determined using a salary range. The base salary range for this role is $90,000 to $115,000 which is the reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount paid may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, education and primary work location. Additional compensation for this role will be provided based on competitive annual incentive compensation targets in the form of an annual bonus - payouts are based on individual and company performance. Benefits for this role include comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with a premium differential, inverse to base salary, to be paid by employees, a 401k plan and company match, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, wellness benefits, reimbursement for certain tuition expenses, sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked, vacation time for full time employees to accrue up to 120 hours in the first four (4) years of employment, and 160 hours in the fifth (5th) year of employment as well as 15 paid holidays per year. We are proud to offer paid parental leave subject to a minimum period of employment at Ferring. Ferring is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local laws. Join our team and your voice will be heard, and your contributions will be valued. If you love to come up with new ways to make a positive difference and see them through, you will fit right in. We are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (including Disability/Protected Veterans). We maintain a drug-free workplace. Location: Parsippany, New Jersey Ferring Pharmaceuticals a privately owned, research-driven, specialty biopharmaceutical group committed to building families and helping people live better lives. We are leaders in reproductive medicine with a strong heritage in gastroenterology and urology, and are at the forefront of innovation in uro-oncology gene therapy. Ferring was founded in 1950 and employs more than 7,000 people worldwide. The company is headquartered in Saint-Prex, Switzerland, and has operating subsidiaries in more than 50 countries which market its medicines in over 100 countries. Learn more at www.ferring.com, or connect with us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook and X. At Ferring, we'll give you the tools to shape a career build on purpose. Join us and help People around the world to build families and live better lives. Click HERE to enlarge the picture. At Ferring, our focus on Patient Advocacy drives our commitment to create more equitable health outcomes for all, at every stage of their healthcare journey. We believe in everyone’s right to access the best treatment, pioneering into new therapeutic areas, and developing innovative ways to diagnose, treat and prevent diseases. Don't see the dream job you are looking for? Drop off your contact information and resume and we will reach out to you if we find the perfect fit!

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Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Inc.