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In this vital role the Senior Facilities Fire Prevention Systems Engineer is responsible for providing Fire Protection/Fire Alarm engineering support and collaboration with HVAC/Utilities/Architectural SMEs at the Amgen Ohio and regional sites.
Job Responsibility:
Provide technical expertise to lead fire prevention systems designs (fire sprinkler, fire alarm, gas detection, fire code, and FM insurance) for facilities & utilities capital projects (both GMP and non GMP)
Interact with Factory Mutual our insurance provider, regulatory bodies, Building Officials & Fire Marshall's
Interact with A&E and Construction Management firms to deliver projects on budget and schedule
Troubleshoot and resolve equipment and fire systems issues in the field
Ensure optimal and cost-effective, code compliant, and insurance optimized facilities and utility systems
Develop, organize, analyze, and present results for operational issues and engineering projects of moderate scope and complexity
Support development of life cycle management strategies for facility fire protection, fire alarm, and hazardous gases life safety systems
Requirements:
Doctorate degree
OR Master’s degree and 2 years of Operations or Engineering experience
OR Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of Operations or Engineering experience
OR Associate’s degree and 8 years of Operations or Engineering experience
OR High school diploma / GED and 10 years of Operations or Engineering experience
Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Fire Protection/Mechanical/Electrical/Architectural Engineering or related technical field (NICET 1-IV in Fire Alarm and/ or Fire Protection)
5+ years experience in engineering in a manufacturing support environment with some experience of GMPs in the Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology, Semi-conductor industries, Naval or Merchant Marine
Experience managing projects of small/medium size from concept to funding approval/execution requirements definition, options analysis, all design phases/review/approval
Experience with Commissioning up of facilities & fire alarm systems, fire protection systems, gas detection and alarm systems
Experience with freezers/cold rooms, HVAC systems, fume hoods, bio-safety cabinets, laminar flow benches, chiller & cooling tower systems, fire protection, fire alarm, close loop pumping systems, electrical systems/motor controls, building automation, chemical storage & handling, H-occupancies, laboratory equipment/laboratory gasses, vacuum systems, boilers and steam/condensate handling, compressed air/gasses, cryo-gasses, fuel handling systems, tank farm, data centers, architectural/roofing systems, elevators, material handling equipment, warehouses & loading dock equipment, parking structures, underground piping/utilities
Detailed understanding of Building Codes, including chemical usage & hazardous classification
Direct experience and familiarity with FM Insurance Loss Prevention Data Sheets, FM Approvals, and FM Roof NAV
Direct experience with regulated environments (i.e. cGMP, OSHA, EPA, state IBC/ IFC) including understanding of cGMPs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated interpersonal and facilitation skills and ability to work in a collaborative team based environment
Ability to apply analytical skills to evaluate and interpret complex problems using multiple sources of information
Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional projects teams and embrace a team-based culture
Familiarity with designing and operating equipment used in biopharmaceutical manufacturing
Ability to travel 20%
What we offer:
A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan