Facilities Engineer; facilities layout planning CNC metal cells

Facilities Engineer (facilities layout planning for CNC metal cells)

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Ready to shape the future of a cutting-edge manufacturing facility experiencing explosive growth?

Our client is an established mid-size food processing equipment manufacturer in Northwest Indiana, known for their collaborative, innovation-driven, employee-owned culture. This 100+ year company has completed 5 major expansions in just 10 years and is preparing for their next phase of growth with new building construction on the horizon.

As Facilities Engineer, you'll be the strategic architect behind facility optimization and expansion projects that directly support a $500M+ global operation. This brand-new role offers the unique opportunity to define your own scope while leading cellular manufacturing initiatives, facility expansions, and infrastructure improvements across a state-of-the-art 300,000+ sq ft facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead cellular manufacturing layout design and machine placement optimization to increase production efficiency by 20-30%
• Oversee facility expansion projects including new building construction, utility upgrades, and infrastructure modifications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on ergonomic workspace design and production flow improvements
• Develop and maintain comprehensive facility documentation using AutoCAD, transitioning from 2D to advanced 3D modeling
• Support regulatory compliance initiatives for safety, environmental, and building code requirements
• Conduct root cause analysis on facility systems and implement sustainable solutions
• Partner with manufacturing engineers on equipment installations and space planning for 2,000+ production assets

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Facilities Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of industrial facilities engineering or facilities management experience
• Strong understanding of manufacturing facility systems (HVAC, electrical, compressed air, utilities)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and facility management software
• Experience with building codes, OSHA regulations, and safety standards
• Project management experience with construction or facility modification projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• Manufacturing facility design and cellular manufacturing experience
• Construction or architectural background
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles
• Knowledge of food processing or discrete manufacturing environments

Compensation & Benefits: Salary range $72,800 - $119,080 based on experience, plus comprehensive benefits from Day 1 including Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), quarterly performance bonuses, free on-site health clinic, 401(k) matching, and immediate vacation eligibility. Work in a stable, growing company where the average tenure exceeds 15 years.

Join an employee-owned company where innovation meets tradition, and where your facility engineering expertise will drive the next century of growth. This close-knit engineering team values every team member's input and provides the resources needed to succeed in challenging, meaningful projects.

Ready to make your mark on a world-class manufacturing operation? Apply via Linked In and Pave Talent will contact qualified candidates within 24 hours. Confidential search - your application is fully private. Apply now!