Sr Facilities Engineer II

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Job Description
 

Position Summary

The Senior Engineer II provides technical leadership and support during lifecycle of MEP systems across a variety of facility types at Gilead’s Foster City campus, including R&D labs, pilot labs, manufacturing, office, and warehouse spaces. The role emphasizes project delivery, engineering standards, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Support: Lead and support HVAC, electrical, and process system modifications for capital and tenant improvement projects.

• Design & Construction Oversight:

  • Lead engineering/design teams

  • Lead design reviews

  • Participate in construction job walks

  • Support SATs, FATs, commissioning (Cx) and Validation activities

• Standards & Practices:

  • Contribute to the development of Good Engineering Practices (GEP)

• Operations Support:

  • Support Engineering Team on root cause analysis for critical MEP Equipment failure

Basic Qualifications:

• B.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering with at least (8) eight years of relevant experience.

OR

• M.S in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering with at least (6) six years of relevant experience

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

• Effective communicator and team collaborator

• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years in MEP systems within GMP and non-GMP environments

• Certifications: PE license preferred

• Technical Expertise: Mechanical, Electrical, Process Design and Construction for R&D and Manufacturing Buildings

Travel:

Up to 15% domestic/international

 

The salary range for this position is: $157,590.00 - $203,940.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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