Full-Time

Senior Specialist

Engineering and Facilities

Posted on 2/5/2025

Merck

Merck

10,001+ employees

Develops medicines and vaccines for health issues

Biotechnology
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$104.2k - $163.9kAnnually

+ Bonus Eligibility + Long Term Incentive

Senior

H1B Sponsorship Available

San Jose, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: San Bruno, CA, USA

Hybrid work model requiring three days on-site per week.

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability Engineering
Mechanical Engineering

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • A minimum of 5 years of Maintenance/Engineering/Facilities experience
  • An understanding of maintenance processes, systems, and compliance
  • Exhibit sound leadership qualities amongst competing priorities and agendas while leading, developing, and motivating a cross functional team of internal employees and external service providers
  • Successfully navigate challenges and influence across the enterprise.
Responsibilities
  • Drive excellence and manage day-to-day operations of both hard and soft services, whether directly or indirectly through IFM partners, to enable business goals.
  • Oversight and management of electrical, mechanical, plumbing systems such as HVAC systems, lighting, fire safety systems, and specialty utilities systems such as Liquid Nitrogen, Helium gas, Hydrogen gas, among others.
  • Oversight and management of Gas, plumbing, and heating, HVAC systems, lighting, electrical, and mechanical, fire safety systems, building maintenance work, specialty utilities systems such as Liquid Nitrogen, Helium gas, Hydrogen gas, etc.
  • grounds maintenance, Landscaping, cleaning services, pest control, waste management, parking.
  • Participates the eIdentification and execution of engineering and site improvement studies to support master planning.
  • Providing technical expertise in the investigation of complex technical problems and develops innovative solutions using current and new technologies or approaches.
  • Taking ownership and drive implementation of Company standards, priorities, and IFM providers’ compliance with SLAs and KPIs while aligning with Global Workplace and Enterprise Services priorities.
  • Consulting with lab-based stakeholders to provide technical expertise and solve complex operational issues.
  • Evaluating facility fit and cost for new projects / processes and develops estimates for any required modifications or additional equipment loads.
  • Managing lab equipment onboarding/offboarding
  • Developing and execute policies, procedures, programs, and budgets to assure effective maintenance of all facilities and equipment.
  • Serving as the safety champion and driving safety in the workplace, including but not limited to identifying preventable safety incidents, maintain a 5S working area, and supporting of the organizations Safe by Choice Program to drive Target Zero.
  • Collaborating with the landlord as needed for maintenance and addressing issues.
Desired Qualifications
  • MS or higher Engineering or applicable science
  • Core Maintenance Function
  • Project Management

Merck develops medicines and vaccines to address significant health challenges such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer. The company conducts extensive research and development to create new treatments, focusing on the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. Merck's products include prescription medicines, vaccines, and animal health products, which are sold to patients, healthcare professionals, and institutions around the world. A key aspect of Merck's approach is its commitment to patient assistance programs that provide free medications and vaccines to those in need. Unlike many competitors, Merck also offers professional resources through platforms like Merck Connect and Merck Manuals, enhancing support for healthcare providers.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$347.4M

Headquarters

Kenilworth, Illinois

Founded

1891

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Merck's high dividend yield makes it attractive to income-focused investors.
  • The acquisition of WuXi Vaccines' facility enhances Merck's manufacturing capabilities.
  • Collaboration with Atropos Health accelerates data-driven insights for treatment advancements.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition in oncology may challenge Merck's market position.
  • Geopolitical risks arise from acquiring WuXi Vaccines' facility in Ireland.
  • Data privacy concerns may impact collaboration with Atropos Health.

What makes Merck unique

  • Merck focuses on innovative medicines and vaccines for cardiovascular, diabetes, and cancer.
  • The company offers patient assistance programs providing free medicines to qualified patients.
  • Merck collaborates with Atropos Health for rapid real-world evidence generation.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Hybrid Work Options

Flexible Work Hours