Director, Facilities Engineering

We are seeking an innovative and highly motivated Director, Facilities Engineering, who will contribute significantly to the growth of Cellares and our mission to accelerate access to life-saving cell therapies. The primary focus of this position, as Director, Facilities Engineering, is responsible for management, operations, and maintenance of all facilities and supporting systems in compliance with GMP, quality, and EHS standards.  This role oversees office space, cGMP cleanroom suites, QC laboratories, warehouse, utility systems (gases, HVAC, lab equipment, etc.), and equipment supporting cell therapy operations.  In addition, the Director leads the maintenance and calibration program, cleaning program, and capital expansion projects (CAPEX), including buildouts. The ideal candidate is an experienced facilities leader with a strong background in cGMP operations within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry. This individual will provide vision and leadership to ensure reliable facility operations, compliance with state and federal regulations, and continuous improvement of processes to support business growth.  This is a multidisciplinary role, and this individual will interface across many parts of the company (with scientists, researchers, and engineers) to develop the best solutions possible. The successful candidate will be driven, motivated, and self-sufficient. Candidates should enjoy working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and be prepared to tackle a broad selection of challenges as the company grows.