Facilities Engineering Manager

About the Role

The Facilities Engineering Manager will provide Facilities, Capital, and Project oversite for the Mesa, AZ facility. They will manage the facilities capital program, adhering to all laws (PSM/RMP), supporting the Mesa safety, environmental, and quality systems, supporting business requests for information and new product development. This position oversees the maintenance, operation, and improvement of building systems (UPW, HVAC, electrical, plumbing) and infrastructure, ensuring safety and compliance. They lead engineering teams, manage budgets, direct maintenance staff, and coordinate vendor contracts. Key roles involve capital project execution, ensuring 24/7 reliability, and driving efficiency improvements in facilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of critical facility and utility systems (e.g. UPW, HVAC, electrical) to ensure safe, continuous operations.
• Plan and execute capital projects, facility improvements, and new equipment installations to meet budget and schedule goals.
• Hire, train, and manage engineers, technicians and maintenance staff, including mentoring and performance management to support professional development. Give direction to third party contractors as required in support of project activities.
• Ensure all equipment and facilities meet regulatory standards, safety codes, and environmental regulations.
• Manage maintenance budgets (labor, parts, contractors) and developing long-term facility strategies.
• Develop and implement policies, standards and procedures for the engineering department.
• Coordinate and direct projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
• Manage Capital Approval Process.
• Monitor progress against project schedules and budgets; recommends allocation of resources as required to accomplish goals.
• Provide monthly reporting of departmental metrics.
• Follow-up on permanent corrective action plans to resolve any outstanding issues related to quality, production, equipment, tooling, customers, and production controls.
• Drive continuous improvement of processes, quality and cost to maintain profitability and competitiveness.
• Submit and control the capital spending for the Formulated Products, TFS and CMP area via budgeting and current estimating.
• Serve as member of the Management of Change Control Board which approves all change proposals.
• Serve as member of the Material Review Board which approves all requests for material disposition.

Requirements

• BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering Degree.
• 10+ years Chemical Manufacturing Plant experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience including supervising and mentoring others.
• 5+ years Project Management experience.
• Strong computer skills for Microsoft Office Word and Excel. Preferred experience with SAP.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills; ability to communicate professionally with all levels in the organization.
• This is a safety-sensitive position that requires candidates to successfully pass a post-offer drug screening prior to employment. One of the essential job functions is the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Key Competencies

• Resilience - Ability to adapt to workplace challenges, maintain professionalism, and manage responsibilities effectively.
• Communication - Capacity to clearly and professionally exchange ideas, interact respectfully with colleagues and customers, and foster positive workplace relationships.
• Reasoning & Decision Making - Ability to analyze information, follow verbal and written instructions, and make logical, sound decisions.
• Comprehension - Capability to understand and complete tasks as assigned and solve problems effectively.
• Organizational Skills - Competence in managing multiple priorities, maintaining accuracy, and staying focused despite potential workplace distractions.