Engineer I, Facilities

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operation, maintenance, and repair of all utility systems, including electrical, compressed air, water, steam, and HVAC systems, ensuring they operate efficiently and without any interruptions.
• Monitor utility consumption, identify energy-saving opportunities, and manage utility budgets to reduce costs while maintaining optimal performance of facilities.
• Lead troubleshooting and resolution of utility issues and general facility maintenance items. Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Select and coordinate with external contractors and vendors for utility-related services; including maintenance, repairs and system upgrades.
• Negotiate contracts and manage service agreements.
• Ensure minimal production interruptions by ensuring safe and timely resolution to planned and unplanned outages.
• Maintain accurate records of utility systems' performances, maintenance schedules, work orders and compliance documentations.
• Regularly report on utility performance to senior management.
• Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of facilities experience in production/plant environment.
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in engineering or related field required.
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) experience * Preferred but not required.
• Six Sigma certification * Preferred but not required.
• Experience with DOE (Design of experiments) * Preferred but not required.
• Experience using CAD (Computer-aided design) and coding * Preferred but not required.
• Must be able to properly and regularly utilize the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for a period of up to 12 hours:
• Safety glasses
• Steel-toed shoes
• Must be able to do perform the following over the course of up to 12 hours per day:
• Lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds on occasion
• Stoop, twist, bend
• Reach overhead
• Stand for lengthy periods

Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong verbal and written communication skills