AccessWave · 7 hours ago
Senior Manager, Engineering & Facilities
Somerset, NJ, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAccessWave is a company focused on engineering and facilities management. The Senior Manager, Engineering, Facilities & EHS is responsible for maintaining manufacturing equipment and facilities, managing capital projects, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Commercial InsuranceEmployee BenefitsLife Insurance
Responsibilities
Maintain equipment and utilities to ensure uninterrupted production in accordance with established standards and cGMP requirements
Manage all facility infrastructure, including HVAC, purified water systems, compressed air, boilers, chillers, cleanrooms, BMS/EMS, and process-related equipment
Coordinate plant activities by planning with departmental managers to achieve manufacturing objectives in a timely and cost-effective manner
Manage facility services, housekeeping programs, and maintenance operations across laboratories, production areas, and offices
Oversee scheduling and execution of all major service activities, repairs, utility outages, and facility shutdowns
Lead all capital projects including expansions, equipment installations, facility upgrades, and construction activities
Supervise, coordinate, and manage contractors, vendors, and third-party engineering firms on site
Develop and manage annual CapEx budgets and spending
Identify, evaluate, and implement automation solutions including cobots, robots, and process-improving technologies
Drive cost-saving initiatives in energy use, sourcing, maintenance strategy, waste reduction, and in-house vs contracted services
Create, implement, and execute engineering validation protocols (DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ) for both facility and manufacturing equipment
Develop, revise, and manage engineering and maintenance SOPs
Oversee work order systems, spare parts inventory, preventive maintenance programs, and reliability processes
Perform equipment/facility data analysis, gap assessments, risk assessments, and validation studies
Be familiar with deviation management, change control processes, and CAPA implementation
Manage development, implementation, and ongoing revision of all required EHS programs, training plans, and safety procedures
Ensure full compliance with national and state OSHA safety regulations, including: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Hazard Communication (HAZCOM/GHS), PPE programs (including safety glasses requirements), Confined space, machine safety, emergency response, Powered industrial truck and warehouse safety
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to water, air, hazardous waste, and wastewater (EPA, DEP, NJ state requirements)
Manage hazardous waste disposal channels and ensure compliant documentation and reporting
Conduct EHS audits, incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
Lead fire protection, spill prevention, environmental monitoring, and safety training initiatives
Manage, train, and oversee maintenance technicians, engineers, and facilities personnel
Provide leadership and direction for cross-functional and interdepartmental technical training
Develop strategies for succession planning and future department growth
Meet with internal stakeholders and customers regarding facility or equipment-related needs
Manage contractors, service providers, and OEM suppliers
Meet with clients or partners for facility or equipment-related inquiries
Generate and present reports on budgets, facility spending, service contracts, and project status
Ensure compliance with FDA cGMP regulations including 21 CFR Parts 110/111 and 210/211
Prepare for and support FDA, OSHA, EPA, DEP, and internal quality audits
Maintain engineering documentation, environmental permits, and compliance records
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, Environmental) or equivalent combination of education and experience
Five to ten years of progressive engineering, facilities, or regulated manufacturing experience
Strong knowledge of: cGMP and FDA regulatory requirements (including 21 CFR 110/111/210/211)
OSHA workplace safety regulations and environmental laws (EPCRA, RCRA, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act)
Facility design, utilities engineering, and GMP facility infrastructure
Engineering validation principles and lifecycle (IQ/OQ/PQ, DQ)
Safety program management, incident investigation, and regulatory compliance
Experience managing engineering, maintenance, and facilities teams
Experience supervising contractors, vendors, and construction activities
Strong understanding of preventive maintenance systems, work order systems, and asset management
Knowledge of automation systems, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technologies
Company
AccessWave
AccessWave offers insurance brokerage, benefits consulting, and professional networking events for businesses.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Bill Williams
Founder & CEO
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