Sr. Facilities Mechanical Engineer

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The Senior Facilities Mechanical Engineer supports the operation, maintenance, performance, design, and optimization of mechanical facility systems, including central utility plants, HVAC, plumbing, and associated controls. This role operates with a high degree of autonomy and is recognized for independent judgment and technical expertise in solving complex system challenges. The position influences engineering direction and impacts major facility programs by driving reliability improvements, supporting expansion projects, and ensuring systems operate safely and efficiently.

The role partners closely with Operations & Maintenance, Production, and Engineering teams to troubleshoot issues, implement best practices, and deliver innovative solutions that support occupant safety, indoor environmental quality (IEQ), production reliability, and energy efficiency.

Functional Operations:
Support the operation, performance, design, and installation of mechanical facility systems, including HVAC (air and hydronic), exhaust, plumbing, and process/chemical distribution systems and associated controls. Lead complex troubleshooting and resolution of mechanical system issues using advanced engineering expertise. Drive innovation in mechanical system applications and improvements across facility infrastructure. Manage or lead large, complex projects or programs and contribute to project strategy for facility expansions and upgrades related to mechanical equipment.

Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement:
Leverage the expertise of Facilities personnel to identify and resolve highly complex system performance issues. Provide strategic technical direction to improve system reliability, efficiency, and performance. Champion innovation by driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on energy efficiency and IEQ. Utilize automated fault detection and diagnostic tools to identify performance issues and prevent early equipment failure.

Training & Team Support:
Train and mentor junior facilities staff on mechanical systems, troubleshooting techniques, and safety practices. Provide technical leadership across teams by sharing expertise and best practices. Develop, update, and improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), training documentation, and system records. Support team development by contributing to technical training, knowledge sharing, and process improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication:
Lead cross-functional collaboration with O&M, Production, Engineering, and external stakeholders to ensure reliable facility operations. Present technical recommendations, system performance insights, and improvement strategies to senior leadership. Coordinate maintenance activities, shutdowns, and emergency response efforts to minimize disruption to operations. Build relationships with internal teams, external vendors, and other sites to drive alignment and share best practices. Support facility design and expansion projects by reviewing system designs, sequences of operations, and controls integration.

Communicate with vendors and service providers to ensure quality execution and performance. Conduct audits of supplier work to ensure compliance with standards and expectations.

Quality, Safety, & Compliance:
Ensure compliance with company safety policies, environmental regulations, and operational standards. Promote a safe work environment by enforcing safety procedures and best practices. Maintain accurate documentation, calibration records, and maintenance logs to support audits and inspections. Uphold 6S standards by maintaining clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas. Respond rapidly and effectively to emergency situations, including equipment failures, fire events, or evacuations.

Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Education, Certifications, and Licenses:

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related engineering field (e.g., Aerospace, Chemical, Industrial Engineering) Preferred:
Relevant and extensive on-site work experience with central plants and related mechanical equipment, mechatronics/automation engineering, and/or developing and executing reliability programs for same Applicable professional certifications or licenses such as Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE), Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP), Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Professional Engineer (PE), or other relevant credentials Essential

Qualifications:

7+ years of relevant experience in Mechanical Design, MEP Construction Coordination, Facilities…