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Facilities Engineer, Life Safety Systems
Job Location:
Job Location:
Durham, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
29 September 2026 (3 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets including Data Centers Telecommunications Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative cutting-edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF) microwave millimeter wave photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence high performance computing satellite communications radar unmanned aerial vehicles medical equipment test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.
MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development wafer fabrication circuit design advanced packaging systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power highest frequency and/or highest data rates.
Leading technologies innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure!
Job Purpose:
The Facilities Engineer Life Safety Systems is responsible for the engineering operation maintenance compliance and continuous improvement of building life safety systems across the facility. This role serves as the technical owner for fire suppression systems fire alarms toxic gas detection systems emergency notification systems and related life safety infrastructure. The position also manages capital and infrastructure projects ensuring regulatory compliance system reliability and the protection of personnel property and business operations. The successful candidate will work closely with Facilities Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Security Engineering Contractors and local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) to ensure all life safety systems are designed tested maintained and upgraded in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Serve as the technical owner and subject matter expert for:
Fire Alarm Systems
Fire Detection Systems
Wet-Pipe Dry-Pipe Pre-Action and Clean Agent Fire Suppression Systems
Toxic Gas Monitoring and Detection Systems
Emergency Notification and Mass Communication Systems
Smoke Control and Emergency Ventilation Systems
Emergency Power systems supporting life safety equipment
Design review and maintain life safety systems including:
Toxic gas monitoring and detection systems
Fire alarm systems
Automatic sprinkler systems
Clean agent suppression systems
Gas detection and emergency shutdown systems
Ensure systems meet NFPA IFC IBC FM Global and local AHJ requirements
Ensure compliance with operational safety environmental and regulatory standards (OSHA NFPA codes).
Support site specific permitting and regulatory compliance
Maintain documentation for audits and regulatory inspections
Manage the Process Safety Management Program
Facilitate risk mitigation projects
Support emergency response planning and drills
Develop evacuation plans and occupant safety procedures
Develop and manage inspection testing and maintenance programs for life safety systems
Manage service providers responsible for supporting life safety systems
Interface with emergency responders (fire departments mutual aid teams)
Lead capital improvement and upgrade projects from start to finish.
Coordinate with operations manufacturing R&D IT security and other teams.
Key Competencies Required:
Minimum 510 years of experience in life safety or EHS engineering
Strong communication interpersonal and organizational abilities
Skilled in Microsoft Office and database tools (SAP preferred)
PE License or equivalent certification preferred
Experience with CMMS BAS and energy management systems
Lean Six Sigma or reliability engineering expertise
Previous Relevant Work Experience:
Strong knowledge of building systems construction methods and engineering standards
Prior semiconductor manufacturing experience
Experience managing contractors consultants and capital budgets
Experience with dangerous substances; including gases solids and liquids
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in engineering (Mechanical Electrical Civil Facilities or related discipline)
Additional Details:
Some domestic travel required
EEO:
MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race color religion sex gender identity sexual orientation national origin age disability genetic information veteran status military service marital status or any other category protected under applicable law.
Reasonable Accommodation:
MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process please call 1- or email Provide your name phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested and nature of accommodation needed and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.
RSU Eligible
This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and cash bonuses solely at MACOMs discretion subject to individual and company performance.
ITAR
Due to ITAR regulations only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens U.S. nationals lawful permanent residents or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position.
Benefits: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:
Health dental and vision insurance.
Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
Paid time off.
Professional development opportunities.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
MACOM designs and manufactures high-performance semiconductor products for the Telecommunications, Industrial and Defense, and Data Center industries.
