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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