Facilities Engineer

Join a large, established manufacturing operation with a strong global presence in materials science and advanced manufacturing technology. This site is a major production and technology facility where you'll be responsible for keeping critical building systems and infrastructure running.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage equipment upgrade and replacement plans and building upgrades
• Manage facilities engineering projects from planning through completion
• Maintain and upgrade control systems for chilled water, water filtration, compound delivery and silos, and building automation
• Coordinate outside vendors and contractors for HVAC, chillers, roofing, doors, cleaning, plumbing, exhaust fans, lawn care, and snow removal
• Establish project plans including scope, schedule, cost estimates, and procurement strategy
• Provide project management and coordination for key facilities projects
• Evaluate and verify justification for proposed projects
• Build project teams with plant staff and outside contractors
• Prepare and route appropriation requests as needed
• Support plant safety and environmental programs, ensuring regulatory compliance

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in facilities related project management, including work with subcontractors on building maintenance and repair
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering concepts
• CAD software proficiency
• Proven project management experience
• Strong problem solving, decision making, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• BS degree in an Engineering field
• AutoCAD experience specifically
• Experience with raw materials systems, pollution abatement systems, compressed air systems, or chilled water systems

Top Skills

• CAD software proficiency
• Building Automation Systems (BAS) and facilities control systems
• Facilities project management, including scope, schedule, and cost estimating

Pay

Up to $89.06/hr

Schedule

M-F, day shift, typically 40 hours per week

Location

Hickory, NC (onsite 100%, minimal travel under 5%)