PSC Biotech® Corporation · 2 days ago
Senior Director of Facilities and Engineering
Greater Houston
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expPSC Biotech® Corporation provides essential services to the life sciences sector, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards in healthcare product development. The Senior Director of Facilities and Engineering will lead facility operations and engineering strategy to support GMP manufacturing and R&D, focusing on safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
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No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and execute the long term facility engineering strategy to support company growth, GMP manufacturing capacity, and R&D operations
Lead capital planning, budgeting, and prioritization for facility upgrades, expansions, and construction
Serve as the primary engineering advisor to senior leadership, providing insights on infrastructure readiness, risk, and operational performance
Oversee the operation, maintenance, and lifecycle management of all critical building systems, including HVAC, clean rooms, utilities, automation, and process equipment
Ensure uninterrupted operation of GMP and laboratory facilities through robust preventive and predictive maintenance programs
Establish engineering standards, SOPs, and best practices to ensure consistent, compliant, and efficient facility operations
Ensure all facility systems meet regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA, ISO, cGMP) and maintain audit readiness
Partner with Quality Assurance to manage deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and validation activities related to facility infrastructure
Oversee qualification and validation of utilities and equipment (e.g., HVAC, WFI, clean steam, compressed gases, BMS/EMS)
Lead the planning, design, and execution of facility engineering projects, including cleanroom builds, utility upgrades, and equipment installations
Manage external engineering firms, contractors, and vendors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification
Implement strong project governance, documentation, and risk management practices
Ensure facility engineering operations comply with EHS regulations and internal safety standards
Drive sustainability initiatives related to energy efficiency, waste reduction, and environmental impact
Oversee emergency response systems, business continuity planning, and facility risk assessments
Build, mentor, and lead a high performing multidisciplinary engineering team
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross functional collaboration
Develop training programs to ensure staff competency in GMP, safety, and technical disciplines
Oversee vendor relationships for facility services, maintenance contracts, and engineering support
Negotiate service agreements and ensure vendor performance meets operational and compliance standards
Manage departmental budgets, cost controls, and resource allocation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related field)
10+ years of facility engineering experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or other regulated life science environments
5+ years of leadership experience managing engineering or facility operations teams
Strong knowledge of GMP regulations, cleanroom operations, and critical utilities
Proven experience leading capital projects and managing external contractors
Demonstrated ability to operate in fast-paced, high growth environments
Must be authorized to work in the U.S
No C2C at this time
Preferred
Master's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or related discipline
Experience in cell therapy, biologics manufacturing, or advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs)
Certification in Project Management (PMP), Facilities Management (CFM), or similar
Experience with BMS/EMS systems, automation platforms, and digital maintenance systems
Benefits
Medical and sick time benefits
Company
PSC Biotech® Corporation
Founded in 1996, PSC Biotech Corporation was created with the vision of providing life science companies unmatched support.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
John Clapham
CEO
Recent News
2025-12-18
2025-10-20
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