Facilities Mechanical Engineer - Early Career

The Facilities Mechanical Engineer I provides engineering support for the operation, maintenance, and improvement of facility mechanical systems, including HVAC, process cooling water, domestic water, and other utility systems. This entry-level position works under the guidance of senior engineers and facility leaders to support capital projects, system reliability efforts, energy efficiency initiatives, and daily facility operations.

The Facilities Mechanical Engineer I provides engineering support for the operation, maintenance, and improvement of facility mechanical systems, including HVAC, process cooling water, domestic water, and other utility systems. This entry-level position works under the guidance of senior engineers and facility leaders to support capital projects, system reliability efforts, energy efficiency initiatives, and daily facility operations.

The ideal candidate is a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate or an early-career engineer with a strong technical foundation, a willingness to learn, and an interest in supporting complex facility and manufacturing environments.

• Assist with the design, analysis, and improvement of facility mechanical systems, including:
• Air handling units (AHUs)
• Chilled water systems
• Cooling towers
• Heating systems
• Exhaust and ventilation systems
• Cleanroom and critical environment HVAC systems (if applicable)
• Support the evaluation and optimization of facility water systems, including:
• Domestic water systems
• Process water systems
• Cooling water systems
• Water treatment systems
• Pumps and distribution networks
• Assist in preparing engineering calculations, equipment specifications, technical reports, and construction documents.
• Support engineering reviews to help ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and company requirements.

• Support facility upgrade and capital improvement projects from planning through commissioning.
• Assist with developing project scopes, schedules, budgets, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, suppliers, and internal stakeholders under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Review engineering drawings, equipment submittals, and technical documentation.
• Support construction activities, startup, commissioning, and system troubleshooting.

• Provide engineering support to facility operations and maintenance teams.
• Participate in troubleshooting equipment failures and operational issues.
• Assist with root cause investigations and implementation of corrective actions.
• Monitor system performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and system uptime.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs for mechanical systems.

• Support compliance with building codes, mechanical codes, environmental regulations, and safety requirements.
• Participate in facility safety reviews, risk assessments, and hazard analysis activities.
• Assist with energy management and sustainability initiatives.
• Maintain engineering documentation, equipment records, and system drawings.

• Develop technical knowledge of facility mechanical systems and engineering best practices.
• Learn industry standards, codes, and design principles applicable to facility operations.
• Participate in training and cross-functional projects to build engineering and project management skills.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and technical experts to develop engineering expertise.

• Basic understanding of mechanical engineering principles and thermodynamics.
• Familiarity with HVAC, fluid systems, heat transfer, and mechanical equipment fundamentals.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office…