Life science engineer

Cushman & Wakefield
Cambridge, MA

Job Title

Life Science Engineer 1

Job Description Summary

Maintain the integrity of all building systems, operate the building in an efficient manner, and perform a variety of tenant
services while maintaining positive tenant relations in accordance with the companies established operational and safety
procedures.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

  • Operate advanced building systems in a critical environment ensuring minimal downtime
  • Advanced ability to read and understand complex drawings, ladder diagrams and schematics
  • Perform and/or oversee the day-to-day efficient operation, maintenance and repair of all building and site systems
for assigned properties. Building systems include but are not limited to HVAC, electrical, lighting, plumbing, energy
management, water treatment, hardware, keying and fire protection.

  • Perform and/or oversee the installation, fabrication, construction, troubleshooting and repair or maintenance of
complex mechanical and electrical equipment independently.

  • Receive work assignments, plan and/or generate work to be performed and obtain necessary tools, equipment and
materials. Complete assignments and paperwork in a timely manner.

  • Oversee and/or assist Building Engineers and Maintenance Technicians with troubleshooting of building systems as
needed.

  • Perform water treatment and testing as needed, reviews weekly water treatment reports for deficiencies
  • Assist in the monitoring of contractors, inspecting work and generating deficiency lists.
  • Provide proper care to the assigned equipment, tools, and uniforms. Keep the shop, penthouse equipment rooms and
common areas clean, organized and safe.

  • Follow and/or oversee inspection and service procedures outlined in the preventive maintenance and loss control
programs. Coordinate, conduct and/or provide support in the day-to-day completion, organization and accuracy of
preventive maintenance and loss control.

  • Accurately complete tenant requests, repair work and related records for the respective site/buildings as required.
Follow applicable government / local authority requirements (e.g. Orders of Condition) and other records for
assigned properties.

  • Regularly inspect all areas of the site/building(s) and report deficiencies as well as suggestions for improvements and
take initiative to correct as appropriate.

  • Employ service procedures and techniques in accordance with established procedures.
  • Maintain logs on daily activities and events as required.
  • Provide technical support to the Lead and Chief Engineer. Assist in the technical training of less experienced staff.
  • Effectively communicate to the appropriate party/parties the status and activity of building operations and conditions
and promptly report any potential or existing problems.

  • Available for various shifts, to fill in for other staff, and to work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays to
ensure adequate building coverage and perform necessary repairs as needed. Respond to after hours emergencies
such as fire, flooding, severe weather, power outage and other related situations including clean-up activities per on-
call procedures or as requested in critical situations.

  • Promote, establish and maintain positive relations with tenants via proactive communication, routine follow-up and
a high level of customer service.

  • Review the BMS and energy monitoring systems on a daily basis to ensure energy efficient operations
  • Attends trainings and classes in order to further enhance knowledge where applicable.
  • Proven ability to respond to all situations in an urgent manner and address the situation until a resolution is met
  • Willingness to attend schooling to obtain different licenses/certifications as required
  • Performs other duties as assigned








C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [email protected] . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

INCO: “C&W Services”
Posted 2025-10-06

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