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Facilities Engineer

Sterling Engineering
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/17/2026

Facilities Engineer (Level III)

Full-Time · Direct Hire

Target Starting Salary: $75,000-$95,000/year


About the Role

We’re seeking a Facilities Engineer to support a large, complex manufacturing operation. This role is highly project-focused and ideal for a hands-on Mechanical Engineer who enjoys wearing many hats across facilities operations, maintenance, and capital project execution. You’ll partner closely with facility technicians, contractors, and cross-functional teams to ensure safe, efficient, and scalable facility operations.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute facilities engineering projects across a large-scale manufacturing environment.
  • Support day-to-day facilities operations and facilities maintenance activities.
  • Perform load studies, capacity analysis, and evaluations for facility infrastructure.
  • Manage projects such as installing racking systems, office buildouts (e.g., new second-floor expansion), and facility upgrades.
  • Coordinate with third-party installers, contractors, and vendors to ensure project quality, schedule, and compliance.
  • Oversee and track progress across 40 capital expenditure projects totaling over $20M.
  • Collaborate closely with a team of eight facility technicians/maintenance personnel (no direct reports).
  • Identify opportunities for facility improvements, safety enhancements, and energy efficiency.
  • Ensure all facility systems and projects comply with regulatory and safety standards.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline required.
  • 2 years of engineering experience within manufacturing, industrial environments, or fabrication settings.
  • Strong understanding of facilities systems, maintenance processes, and plant operations.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple capital projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience coordinating with contractors, vendors, and internal technical teams.
  • Ability to perform load studies, capacity planning, and infrastructure assessments.
  • Comfortable working in a hands-on, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.


What We Offer

  • Opportunity to influence a major manufacturing footprint and drive high-impact facility upgrades.
  • Role with broad scope, autonomy, and significant project visibility.
  • Collaborative environment with supportive maintenance and operations teams.

Salary : $75,000 - $95,000

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