Facilities Engineer

Facilities Engineer
Syner-G
Posted:
Location: Cambridge, 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. 

Project Manager

Posted:
Location: Cambridge, MA

POSITION OVERVIEW:
We are seeking a Project Manager with 4–9 years of experience to lead and support security-focused initiatives within life sciences environments. This role will focus on the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise security programs, including physical security systems, access control, emergency response, and monitoring frameworks.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in security operations, proven project management capabilities, and experience coordinating cross-functional stakeholders. This role requires the ability to manage timelines, risks, and deliverables while ensuring alignment with security standards, GMP requirements, and regulatory expectations.

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

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented or adjusted as needed.)

Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive security programs by translating SOPs, service strategies, RACI frameworks, and process taxonomies into actionable project plans and operating models.
Manage the design and execution of security operating models, including governance structures, workflows, escalation paths, and performance metrics.
Oversee access control and identity governance projects, including badge provisioning, role-based access, visitor management systems, and system integrations.
Establish and manage access review processes, audit readiness activities, and compliance controls aligned with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
Lead the development of emergency response frameworks, including incident activation protocols, communication structures, and post-incident analysis.
Manage alarm monitoring and critical event response initiatives, including coordination with facilities and monitoring teams to define ownership, prioritization, and escalation procedures.
Oversee integration of security systems, including access control, CCTV, alarm monitoring, and building systems, ensuring seamless functionality and data flow.
Drive the implementation and lifecycle management of security technologies, ensuring proper governance, maintenance, and vendor coordination.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, including automation, process optimization, and enhanced user experience across security services.
Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, resource allocations, risk registers, and status reporting for security-related initiatives.
Coordinate cross-functional teams including security, facilities, engineering, operations, IT, quality, and external vendors.
Facilitate meetings, manage action items, and ensure clear and consistent communication across all stakeholders.
Monitor project progress, proactively identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain timelines and deliverables.
Ensure all security program activities align with GMP, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Utilize and support systems such as access control platforms, BMS, CCTV, CMMS, and digital documentation tools; experience with KNEAT is a plus.
Provide clear communication to clients and internal teams, including regular updates, risk escalation, and stakeholder alignment.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Security Management, or a related technical field.

Technical Experience

4–9 years of experience managing or supporting security, facilities, or infrastructure projects in GMP‑regulated environments such as biotech, pharmaceutical, or medical device.
Experience leading physical security, access control, or technology implementation projects.
Familiarity with security systems such as access control, CCTV, alarm monitoring, and integrated building systems.
Experience with engineering lifecycle documentation, system deployment, or commissioning activities is a plus.
Experience conducting field verification, system validation, or operational readiness activities.
Familiarity with BMS, PCS, CMMS, or similar platforms.
Experience with KNEAT or digital documentation platforms is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong understanding of physical security systems and operations within regulated environments.
Excellent project management, planning, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across technical and non-technical teams.
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Ability to work independently while leading cross-functional project teams.

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.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a position at Syner-G. 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 employers. 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. 

Engineering Portfolio Manager

Engineering Portfolio Manager
Lincoln Property Company
Posted:
Location: Cambridge, MA

The Portfolio Engineer (PE) supports the Director of Engineering in the day‑to‑day execution and strategic management of building operations across a portfolio of high-quality commercial, medical office and life science properties.

This role provides hands‑on mechanical systems support and leadership to a team of Chief Engineers and Building Engineers, ensuring operational excellence, code compliance, safety, and exceptional tenant service. The PE oversees preventive and corrective maintenance programs, ensures adherence to SOPs, and supports complex building systems and critical lab environments that require reliability, precision, and responsiveness throughout the portfolio

Key Responsibilities

Portfolio & Team Leadership
Supervise, coach, and help develop a team of Building Engineers and Maintenance Technicians across multiple assets; oversee scheduling, coverage, on‑call rotations, and performance management.
Conduct field audits and top to bottom inspections to validate quality of rounds, PM completion, and documentation.
Help DOE Champion a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and tenant‑first service.
Assist with hiring, onboarding, skills assessments, and training plans including advanced systems and life science operational standards (mechanical/electrical fundamentals, BAS controls, safety, SOP adherence).
Ensure consistency and communication across portfolio
In coordination with Regional Property Manager and General Managers, regularly assess current policies and implement new portfolio policies Mechanical Systems Support (Hands‑On & Technical Oversight)
Provide advanced troubleshooting and optimization for HVAC systems supporting office, medical office and life science systems (central plants, boilers, air cooled chillers, cooling towers, AHUs, VAV’s, standby oil units, pumps, heat exchangers, steam boilers/systems, House VAC, CDA and RODI systems, Nitrogen generators, fume hoods, gas monitoring systems, PH Neutralization systems, BTU metering, energy recovering systems, stand by and life safety generators.)
Support and oversee high-performance HVAC systems, including 100% outside air systems, pressurization control, and tight environmental tolerances required in lab spaces.
Ensure throughout the portfolio the management of the water treatment programs (closed loop, condenser water, domestic water, and specialty lab/process water systems where applicable) with strong attention to system performance is being carried out
Oversee, understand electrical distribution (switchgear, transformers, panels), emergency power (generators, ATS), UPS systems, and lighting controls; coordinate and execute an electrical maintenance plan for the portfolio.
Work with the Chief Engineers to understand building automation systems (BAS/BMS)—trend logs, setpoint strategies, scheduling, alarms, and sequences of operation; to maintain indoor environmental quality, optimize energy performance, and ensure system reliability
Ensure compliance and maintenance of life‑safety systems (fire alarm, sprinklers, fire pump, smoke control, stair pressurization, emergency lighting) in partnership with Life Safety/Fire Protection vendors to align with regulatory and operational standards.
In line with the DOE, Guide root‑cause analysis for recurring mechanical/electrical issues and lead corrective action plans.
Support specialized lab systems

Operations, Inspections & Compliance
Ensure daily/weekly/monthly engineering rounds are completed, logged, and reviewed; verify meter readings, differential pressures, vibration/noise anomalies, and temperatures/humidity are within spec.
Enforce with all engineers, inspection calendars and documentation for boilers, pressure vessels, backflow preventers, fire/life safety, elevators, tanks, and air quality; ensure timely remediation of deficiencies.
Support compliance with OSHA, NFPA, ASHRAE, and lab-related operational guidelines.
Partner with tenants and EHS teams to support inspections, audits, and operational coordination.
Support and oversee laboratory waste systems, including pH neutralization systems, acid waste piping, and monitoring controls; ensure proper operation, calibration, and compliance with local discharge regulations and environmental standards.
Coordinate with vendors and tenant EHS teams to maintain system performance, respond to alarms, and ensure safe handling and disposal of lab waste streams.
Familiar with building systems serving animal care (vivarium) facilities, including HVAC systems designed for high air change rates, directional airflow, pressurization control, and strict temperature/humidity requirements

Maintenance, Reliability & Capital Planning
Verify all engineers maintain critical spares inventory (belts, filters, contactors, bearings, sensors) and validate their procurement process to minimize downtime.
Contribute to multi‑year capital plans (equipment replacements, controls upgrades, energy retrofits, and lab infrastructure improvements) with scopes, budgets, and ROI.
Oversee the planning and supervise shutdowns and tie‑ins (mechanical/electrical/plumbing), ensuring risk management and tenant communication.
Lead or support commissioning, re‑commissioning, and retro‑commissioning initiatives.

Energy, Sustainability & Analytics
Make sure engineers optimize BAS schedules, resets, and sequences in line with occupancy and comfort standards; maintain indoor environmental quality targets. Optimize building systems to balance occupant comfort, operational performance, and energy efficiency, particularly in energy-intensive lab environments.
Support sustainability certifications (e.g., ENERGY STAR, LEED, Fitwel, Wells) and corporate reporting

Financial & Vendor Management
Assist Property Managers with budget development and management (OPEX, R&M, utilities); validate invoices.
Oversee vendor performance, ensuring quality service delivery and accountability.
Assist with RFP process, including scope development where needed
Maintain strong relationships with Utility providers and other partners, helping to ensure first class service and responsiveness

Communication & Service
Partner with Property Management, Security, Janitorial, and Leasing to support tenant satisfaction and business continuity.
Serve as an escalation point for after‑hours incidents, weather events, and critical system alarms.

Leasing Support
Participate in leasing tours as requested.
Support Leasing Process as requested, with building/system information and prospective client questions.

Qualifications
Experience: 7–10+ years in commercial property/building engineering, including experience supporting life science, medical office, biotech, or laboratory environments with at least 3 years supervising multi‑site or large‑site teams.
Technical: Strong knowledge of HVAC central plants, BAS/BMS, electrical distribution, life safety, water treatment, and CMMS workflows.
Regulatory: Strong understanding of OSHA, NFPA, ASHRAE standards, local codes, and environmental regulations.
Software: CMMS, BAS front‑ends, MS 365 (Excel, Teams, SharePoint), energy analytics tools; ability to interpret trend logs and create basic dashboards.

Certifications (Preferred)
CFC/EPA 608 Universal
Manufacturer training (chiller/boiler/BAS)
Lab safety or related technical training.
Wastewater License

Core Competencies
Technical troubleshooting & systems thinking
People leadership, coaching, and delegation
Safety mindset and regulatory diligence
Planning, prioritization, and follow‑through
Clear written and verbal communication
Customer service and tenant management
Ability to support critical and high demand environments

Physical & Work Conditions
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, access mechanical rooms/rooftops, and work in varying temperatures/noise levels.
Occasional off‑hours/on‑call support, emergency response, and weather event coverage.
Valid driver’s license; ability to travel between sites.

Oversee Engineers Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
PM completion rate & schedule adherence (≥95%)
Rounds/inspection completion and documentation accuracy (100% on time)
Unplanned downtime & mean time to repair (MTTR) reduction
Safety metrics (recordables, near-miss reporting, audit scores)
Budget adherence and contract performance