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Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Engineer
Location: Nashville, TN
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
We are partnering with a manufacturing organization in the Nashville, TN area seeking a Facilities Maintenance Engineer to support plant infrastructure, maintenance reliability, utility systems, and capital improvement projects. This is a hands-on engineering role responsible for maximizing facility uptime, improving equipment reliability, managing contractors and vendors, and leading maintenance and infrastructure projects from concept through completion. The ideal candidate will have strong experience supporting industrial facility systems in a manufacturing environment and thrive in a fast-paced, solutions-driven operation focused on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Required Skills & Qualifications
● Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline preferred or significant experience
● Minimum 5 years of experience supporting facilities maintenance or plant engineering within a manufacturing environment
● Strong working knowledge of utility systems including Steam, HVAC, Compressed Air, Water Systems, Vacuum Systems, and general facility infrastructure
● Experience managing maintenance projects, infrastructure upgrades, and CAPEX initiatives
● Proven experience troubleshooting equipment failures and conducting root cause analysis
● Experience working with preventive and predictive maintenance programs
● Proficiency with CMMS/EAM systems such as Maximo
● Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
● Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing operations
● Experience leading contractor and vendor management activities
● Background in maintenance reliability and continuous improvement initiatives
● Experience with 5S and maintenance excellence programs
● Strong understanding of OSHA and EPA compliance standards
● Experience developing maintenance SOPs and maintenance metrics
● Strong project budgeting and financial analysis experience
● Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting skills
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
● Support maintenance and reliability activities for facility infrastructure and utility systems
● Lead troubleshooting efforts and coordinate repairs for facility and equipment failures
● Manage facility improvement, refurbishment, and CAPEX projects from planning through execution
● Develop preventive maintenance schedules and monitor maintenance compliance activities
● Analyze maintenance and utility performance data to improve uptime and operational efficiency
● Coordinate and oversee vendors, contractors, and service providers
● Conduct root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for recurring issues
● Support budget planning, project tracking, purchase orders, and maintenance reporting activities
Physical and Environment Requirements
Physical expectations and working conditions associated with the job may include standing, walking, climbing stairs, and working in both office and manufacturing plant environments for extended periods of time. Position may require occasional lifting up to 25–50 lbs, exposure to industrial equipment, utilities, varying temperatures, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Occasionally after-hours, weekend, or emergency support may be required based on plant operations and project demands.
Company Benefits & Culture
This organization offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative manufacturing environment focused on operational excellence, reliability, safety, and continuous improvement. Employees are provided with strong leadership support, career growth opportunities, and exposure to impactful facility and infrastructure projects.
● Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
● Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits
● Stable, team-oriented manufacturing environment
● Opportunity to lead impactful facility and capital improvement projects
● Professional growth and advancement opportunities
● Strong focus on safety, accountability, and operational excellence
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