Facilities Engineer

Facilities Engineer
Syner-G
Posted:
Location: Boston, MA

POSITION OVERVIEW
Syner-G is seeking a Facilities Engineer with 2–6 years of experience supporting building and plant operations within laboratory, manufacturing, and utility environments. This role is responsible for day-to-day oversight, maintenance, and troubleshooting of facility systems and equipment, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient operations. The Facilities Engineer will conduct routine inspections, maintain accurate documentation, respond to emergencies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and support ongoing operations. Experience in GMP environments and regulatory compliance is important.

WORK LOCATION
Travel to client sites may be required up to 100%, depending on project demands and client expectations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
(This list is not exhaustive and may be modified as needed.)

Schedule, coordinate, and oversee external service providers performing Corrective Maintenance (CM) and Preventative Maintenance (PM) activities under facility, system, or equipment contracts.
Ensure all CM and PM tasks are completed, documented, and compliant with internal policies, procedures, and GMP requirements.
Perform routine inspections of facility utilities, equipment, and systems to identify early signs of wear, leaks, or abnormalities.
Support verification, updates, and maintenance of P&IDs, HVAC documentation, electrical one-lines, and process flow diagrams.
Monitor freezers and other critical equipment to ensure proper operation and alarm response readiness.
Perform, coordinate, and oversee emergency troubleshooting and repairs on HVAC, mechanical, utility, and lab/manufacturing equipment (GxP and non-GxP).
Respond promptly to alarms, equipment failures, and power outages, following established emergency procedures.
Diagnose system issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
Maintain accurate records of inspections, PM activities, repairs, and system performance in accordance with SOPs and Work Instructions.
Support audit readiness by ensuring documentation is complete, organized, and compliant with regulatory expectations.
Manage environmental waste streams in accordance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, and other departments to address facility needs and support operational continuity.
Maintain regular communication with the Manufacturing team to ensure facility-related issues are addressed promptly.
Replace solvent recyclers and support lab processes as needed.
Provide detailed shift turnover reports to ensure seamless communication between teams.
Prioritize tasks effectively and operate with minimal oversight.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related technical field.

Experience

2–6 years of Facilities Engineering experience, or experience as a General Contractor, Construction Manager, or Subcontractor.
Experience with facility systems, utilities, and process equipment.
CAPEX project exposure preferred.
GMP cleanroom experience strongly preferred.
Demonstrated understanding of building systems, utilities, and equipment operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong understanding of safety protocols, PPE requirements, and emergency response procedures.
Familiarity with regulatory requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of the requirements that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer keyboard and mouse; reach with hands and arms; talk and listen. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit, as well as to lift and carry objects such as books and files weighing up to 25 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, or kneel. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. 

Work Environment: 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, including moderate noise level, an indoor temperate environment, and light levels that are bright and conducive to minimal eye strain, typical for an office environment. 

TOTAL REWARDS PROGRAM:

We define total rewards as compensation, benefits, remote work/flexibility, development, recognition, and our culture with programs that support each of our reward pillars. This includes a market competitive base salary and annual incentive plan, robust benefit offerings, and ongoing recognition and career development opportunities. Employees also enjoy our generous flexible paid time off program, company-paid holidays, flexible working hours, and fully remote work options for most positions and the ability to work “almost anywhere.” However, if a physical work location is more for you, we have office locations in Greater Boston; San Diego, CA; Boulder, CO; and India.

Currently, Syner-G is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. 

LEGAL STATEMENT:
 
Syner-G is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Syner-G is an E-Verify employer. 

Occupational Health & Safety Program Manager

Occupational Health & Safety Program Manager
Northeastern University
Posted:
Location: Boston, MA

About the Role
Northeastern University is seeking an experienced Occupational Health & Safety Program Manager (OHSPM) to join our Environmental Compliance and Occupational Safety (ECOS) team. Reporting to the Director of Environmental Compliance and Occupational Safety, this role is central to developing, implementing, and managing the university's occupational health and safety compliance program across multiple campuses. You will serve as a trusted safety resource for university leaders, facilities personnel, and capital projects teams — evaluating the effectiveness of existing safety programs, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a proactive safety culture at every level of the organization.

What You'll Do
Regulatory Compliance (20%)Serve as the university's point of contact for occupational health and safety compliance, tracking local, state, and federal standards across industrial hygiene, construction safety, and worker health programs. You'll manage OSHA reporting requirements, liaise with regulators including OSHA and the Massachusetts Department of Labor Standards, and coordinate corrective actions in response to inspection findings.

Occupational Safety Program Management (30%)Oversee all occupational safety programs for Facilities Services, including confined space entry, lockout/tagout, fall protection, powered industrial trucks, electrical safety, hot work, and construction and renovation safety. You'll conduct risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and internal audits, manage the industrial hygiene monitoring and medical surveillance programs, and present safety performance data to leadership.

Safety Training (20%)Develop, deliver, and manage occupational health and safety training for facilities and capital project staff. You'll leverage Learning Management Systems and data management platforms to ensure employees across all campuses are equipped to recognize and respond to workplace hazards.

Systems Implementation & Stakeholder Communication (30%)Provide safety guidance on new facilities projects, conduct site inspections, perform gap analyses, and develop plans to address identified deficiencies. You'll assist with accident investigations, participate in emergency response planning, and engage with senior managers, peer institutions, and regulatory agencies to continuously improve the university's safety programs.

SENIOR SPECIALIST, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY

SENIOR SPECIALIST, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY
Boston University
Posted:
Location: Boston, MA

The Senior Specialist, Environmental Health & Safety position is part of the Environmental Health & Safety Division of Occupational Environmental Health and Safety (OEHS). This position reports to the Director of Environmental Health and Safety at Boston University (BU). Primarily located on the BU Medical Campus (BUMED) with flexibility to support assignments across Boston Medical Center (BMC)and the BU Charles River Campus (CRC) as needed. Position Overview: The Senior Specialist, Environmental Health & Safety is responsible for implementing and maintaining comprehensive workplace safety programs across BUMC and BMC. This role ensures compliance with occupational safety regulations, conducts training, and promotes a culture of safety throughout the campus communities. Key Responsibilities: Executes safety program initiatives by conducting inspections, maintaining related records, and implementing injury and illness prevention programs designed to protect campus employees and visitors. This position develops and delivers training programs on a variety of health and safety topics while providing campus wide occupational safety education to support organizational safety goals. This position also supports BMC environment of care rounds and contributes to the BMC Safety Committee. The role oversees and implements multiple OSHA and compliance programs including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space entry, hazard communication, machine shop safety, bloodborne pathogen protocols, and powered industrial truck operation. Additionally, this position provides essential support to construction and fire safety programs at both BUMC and BMC, ensuring that safety standards are maintained across all campus activities and projects.