Facilities Engineer V

Location: Hickory, NC – 100% onsite. Duration: 6+ months.

About the role

Develop and manage equipment upgrade/replacement plans and building upgrades. Oversee facilities engineering projects, including control systems for Chilled Water, Water Filtration, Compound Delivery and Silos, Building Automation System (Client), and other Facilities-Related Data Monitoring Systems. Coordinate all outside vendors and contractors supporting the facility in HVAC systems, Chillers, Roof Maintenance and Replacement, Roll-Up Doors, Cleaning Services, Plumbing, Exhaust Fans, Lawn Care, and Snow Removal.

Responsibilities

• Establish project plans (scope, schedule, cost estimates, procurement/contracting strategy, project acceptance criteria, etc.) for facilities-related projects.
• Provide project management and coordination for key facilities projects.
• Assist in the evaluation and verify justification for projects.
• Establish project teams working with plant and/or outside contractors.
• Prepare and route Appropriation Requests as necessary.
• Provide periodic project updates to Plant Personnel and Staff.
• Support Plant Safety and Environmental Programs.
• Ensure compliance with external regulatory and internal company policies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in facilities-related project management and working with sub-contractors for general building maintenance and repair.
• BS Degree in an Engineering field preferred.

Skills

• Strong fundamental knowledge of mechanical engineering concepts.
• Fluent in the use of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
• Flexibility to learn new processes and equipment.
• Desire to train on raw materials systems, pollution abatement systems, HVAC, compressed air, chilled water, and other facilities/Client systems.
• Proven project management experience.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Travel

Less than 5%.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, typically 40 hours per week.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.