Facilities and Maintenance Manager

Calnetix is an engineering and manufacturing company located in Southern California, committed to making a positive contribution to society and the environment by changing the way the world harvests and utilizes energy. We are focused on developing, manufacturing, and delivering advanced energy solutions for commercial applications throughout the world and for mission‑critical applications for the United States Government and its Prime Contractors.

Calnetix thrives on innovation and meeting new challenges. In partnership with OEMs, we utilize innovative, proprietary high‑speed electric motor‑generator technologies to develop next‑generation, power‑dense and energy‑efficient products that reduce energy consumption, harmful emissions and enhance energy security.

We are seeking an experienced and technically skilled Facilities Manager to oversee end‑to‑end facility management for our manufacturing operation, including machine shop, production lines and specialty testing and process equipment. This role has overall responsibility for capital projects, maintenance, facilities improvements and safety and environmental compliance (EHS) programs.

• Manage the day‑to‑day facilities operations of the manufacturing facility, including machine shop, production lines and specialty testing and process equipment.
• Establish, maintain, improve and oversee EHS programs.
• Serve as the primary liaison between internal departments (Engineering, Production, Maintenance, IT) and external vendors for all facilities‑related matters.
• Implement preventative maintenance program and oversee all repairs for production, process and testing equipment.
• Commission new process equipment, machines and specialty testing apparatus.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Industrial/Facilities Management or related field or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• 10 years’ experience as a Facilities Manager within manufacturing environments including extensive involvement in industrial operations.
• Strong understanding of machine shop operation, specialty equipment, utility requirements and EHS compliance.
• Experience with vendor management, contract negotiation and technical oversight.
• Knowledge or hands‑on experience with high‑power electrical testing, including electrical systems commissioning, load testing, grounding and safety protocols a plus.
• Certified Facilities Manager Credential a plus.

• Resourceful and pragmatic.
• Detail‑oriented with an ownership mentality.
• Resilient, independent and adaptive.
• Able to handle ambiguity and drive results with minimal oversight.

• Maintenance department personnel.

• Time will be split between office and shop floor.
• Personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection or masks may be required in some production areas.
• May require evening/weekend availability for emergency or during critical phases of projects.

Salary Range $100,000 - $140,000

Calnetix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability or status as a protected veteran.

Being authorized to work in the U.S. for ANY U.S. employer is a pre‑condition of employment. Calnetix will not sponsor applicants for immigration (or take over sponsorship), including for H‑1B, TN and other non‑immigrant visas, for this role.