Facilities Engineer

About Kriya 

Kriya is a biopharmaceutical company whose mission is to develop life-changing gene therapies for diseases affecting millions of patients around the world.

We leverage our proprietary computational engine, in-house manufacturing infrastructure, and integrated design platform to engineer technologies and therapeutics with the potential to transform the treatment of a broad universe of diseases of high unmet need, with a focus on metabolic disorders, neurology, and ophthalmology.

We are proud to have been named Triangle Business Journal’s Life Sciences 2024 “Best Private Company to Work For,” recognized by Forbes as one of “America’s Best Startup Employers of 2024,” and honored as one of BioSpace’s “2025 Best Places to Work.”

Role Overview

The Facilities Engineer supports the operations of our lab, office and GMP manufacturing facilities.  This role will be responsible for the planning and execution of critical plant infrastructure maintenance in support of the GMP facility as well as capital project execution to enhance and increase facility reliability and maximize uptime.  The Facilities Engineer will direct and coordinate external contractors and service providers to ensure execution of preventive maintenance and repairs for a variety of systems.  They will be responsible for the global implementation of the Computerize Maintenance Management System to track all Kriya capital equipment.  This individual will also be responsible for providing technical support for ongoing operations by serving as a system owner for Facilities’ systems, maintaining the site in a compliant state, and ensuring engineering and quality standards are maintained. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Ensure all facilities operate adhere to both GMP and non-GMP industry guidelines and regulatory requirements, maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.  
• Prioritize safety and quality in daily work
• Oversee relationships with third-party vendors, contractors and service providers for general building maintenance and repairs, calibrations, utility maintenance.  Negotiate contracts and ensure service level agreements are met. 
• Direct technical and management aspects of multiple projects to ensure on time delivery, project compliance, budget, and required deliverables.
• Support the Maintenance and Facilities functions for multiple locations including corrective and preventative maintenance and repair of facilities, utilities, and equipment.
• Support CAPA, Change Control, Deviation, Risk Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, and other Quality Systems.
• Develop KPIs and monitor critical facility and utility services for proper function and take immediate corrective action to resolve any issues. 
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and other procedures for installed systems.
• Support and comply with engineering standards, drawing controls, project controls and other procedures and standards necessary for the successful operation of the department as well as the creation and maintenance of the same.

Experience & Skills

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical preferred), or related field.
• 3 years of relevant experience in a GMP Manufacturing environment (gene therapy or biotechnology preferred)
• Proficiency with CMMS 
• Proficiency with MS Office – Excel, PM Project & Outlook
• Ability to work collaboratively, and perform in an autonomous work environment with a strong sense of self-accountability
• Attention to detail and ability to follow established process
• Excellent documentation practices
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with CMMS 
• Highly self-motivated and detail -oriented, with proven ability to foster strong relationships with other team members and stakeholders
• Strong technical writing and oral communication skills
• Good customer/client relationship management and proactive problem-solving skills
• Proven track record of excellent problem-solving skills

Work Environment

• Primarily desk-based, generally in an office or home office setting.
• May involve extended periods of sitting and computer use.
• Some lifting of equipment or materials may be required.
• Work may involve exposure to chemicals or biological materials; proper handling and disposal procedures must be followed.

Discover True Collaborative Teamwork   

We have an ambitious set of goals, but our confidence – and our inspiration – stems from our people. From California to North Carolina, our teammates bring a spirit of Collaboration, Leadership, and Innovation to their work every day. We’re always looking for teammates with the drive and energy to help us grow. If you want to be a part of a company with an entrepreneurial culture, a bold vision, and a meaningful purpose, join us.

 Rewards & Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision ∙ 401(k) with Company Match ∙  Short and Long-term Disability Benefits ∙ Company Paid Holidays ∙ Flexible Time Off ∙ Cyber Safety protection ∙ EAP ∙ Life Insurance ∙ Equity ∙ and more!

Kriya is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All job requirements in the job description provided indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently. Job descriptions are an overview of the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested.