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Facilities Engineer II

Abbott

Scarborough, MEOnsitePosted 11 days ago$61,300.00 - $122,700.00
Full TimeMid LevelManufacturing & CMCMedical Device
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Summary

The position of Manufacturing Facilities Engineer II is within our Infectious Disease Developed Markets Business Unit located in Scarborough, Maine. This role will be responsible for maintaining assigned facilities systems, creating and implementing approved changes, and executing mid-scale projects. Working with engineering, technicians and production staff, this role troubleshoots and improves process and facilities related issues with limited supervision, exercising sound engineering judgment in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Job description

What You'll Do

  • Responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal agencies.
  • Manages and completes QMS (Quality Management System) actions and items related to facility processes and equipment as needed.
  • Adheres and enforces all relevant safety protocols and philosophies for internal staff members and the actions of vendors working on relevant projects.
  • Works closely with other departments to define, coordinate, and execute project actions to meet established timelines.
  • Owns one or more critical facilities systems, ensuring performance, compliance, and reliability across their lifecycle.
  • Leads structured root cause investigations for complex or recurring equipment and system failures, driving corrective and preventive actions.
  • Develops, reviews, and maintains facilities system standards, specifications, SOPs, and design documentation.
  • Reviews drawings, calculations, validation documentation, and change impacts to ensure technical accuracy and regulatory compliance.
  • Serves as the primary technical interface with vendors and contractors for assigned systems, including scope definition and technical decision-making.
  • Leads execution of medium-scale facilities projects and system upgrades, coordinating with engineering, technicians, quality, and operations.
  • Supports and leads commissioning and validation activities, including test strategy development and data analysis.
  • Evaluates existing systems for process suitability, capacity, and risk; develops improvement plans as needed.
  • Manages and supports change control activities through Agile PLM or equivalent systems.
  • Provides technical guidance and informal mentorship to Facilities Engineers I and Facilities Technicians.
  • Participates in audits and inspections as a system subject matter expert.
  • Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.
  • Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
  • Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrates commitment to the development, implementation and effectiveness of applicable Quality Processes as per ISO, FDA, and other regulatory agencies.
  • Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal/external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices.
  • Responsibility to understand and maintain awareness of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific job.
  • Support department by performing related tasks as requested.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree (BS) in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 3+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Working knowledge of engineering principles, methodologies, and industry standards.
  • Demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot complex equipment and system issues.
  • Experience reviewing technical documentation such as drawings, specifications, calculations and change records.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suites software. (Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience working in a company operating under ISO, FDA, or similar quality systems or regulations.
  • Experience working in Medical Device Manufacturing or a related regulated industry.
  • Strong working knowledge of HVAC systems and/or manufacturing utilities.
  • Experience supporting capital projects or major systems upgrades.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree (BS) in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 3+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Working knowledge of engineering principles, methodologies, and industry standards.
  • Demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot complex equipment and system issues.
  • Experience reviewing technical documentation such as drawings, specifications, calculations and change records.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suites software. (Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, etc.)
  • Prior experience working in a company operating under ISO, FDA, or similar quality systems or regulations.
  • Experience working in Medical Device Manufacturing or a related regulated industry.
  • Strong working knowledge of HVAC systems and/or manufacturing utilities.
  • Experience supporting capital projects or major systems upgrades.

Benefits

  • Medical coverage
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student debt program
  • Education benefit

Company overview

Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare leader with a 135-year legacy of innovation, dedicated to helping people live healthier, fuller lives through life-changing technologies and products. Headquartered in Abbott Park, Illinois, the company operates in more than 160 countries with a workforce of approximately 114,000 professionals. Abbott's diversified portfolio spans four core business segments: medical devices, diagnostics, nutrition products, and branded generic pharmaceuticals. The company is particularly renowned for its groundbreaking medical devices including cardiovascular technologies, diabetes management systems like the FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitor, neuromodulation devices for chronic pain, and the AVEIR DR dual chamber leadless pacemaker system. In diagnostics, Abbott has been instrumental in developing critical tests, including the first licensed HIV test in 1985 that helped secure blood supply safety. The company's nutrition division produces leading infant formulas like Similac, while its pharmaceutical business provides quality branded generic medicines. Abbott consistently ranks among Fortune's Most Admired Companies and maintains a strong commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility, making it a trusted partner in advancing global healthcare.

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