Chief Engineer; Florence, Ky

ESFM

Position Title: Chief Engineer – MEP

Salary: $120,000 – $125,000

Pay Grade: 16

Other Forms of Compensation: BONUS

ESFM is the corporate facilities management (FM) division of Compass Group USA, a Gold-level Corporate Sustaining Partner of the International Facility Management Association (IFMA), and a Platinum Corporate Member of the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). ESFM self‑performs 80% of all FM services provided to clients. Our portfolio of solution categories includes Facilities Maintenance & Engineering, ESG Programming, Laboratory Support Services, Janitorial & Industrial Cleaning, Landscaping & Grounds Management, Workplace Solutions and Managed Services.

This self‑performance model creates a consistent hospitality experience for clients, resulting in higher engagement and productivity from their employees. ESFM’s clients include many household names from the life sciences, technology, oil & gas and manufacturing markets.

The Chief Building Engineer – MEP serves as the on‑site engineering leader with full accountability for the delivery of Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) services, including hard services, critical infrastructure, and advanced liquid cooling systems supporting high‑density compute environments. This role provides technical leadership, team management, and operational oversight to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient facility performance.

• Lead all aspects of IFM hard services delivery across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and critical infrastructure systems
• Direct, manage, and develop a team of building engineers, technicians, and specialty contractors; establish clear roles, shift coverage, and accountability
• Serve as the site technical authority for liquid cooling systems including CDUs, pumps, heat exchangers, piping, and integrated controls
• Oversee operation, maintenance, and optimization of liquid cooling systems, including monitoring temperature, pressure, and flow performance
• Lead incident response, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for mechanical and cooling system failures
• Ensure reliable 24/7 operation of mission‑critical systems through preventive and predictive maintenance programs
• Own site‑level KPIs, SLAs, and compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental standards
• Manage vendor relationships, OEM coordination, and third‑party service providers
• Act as the primary engineering interface with client stakeholders and support operational reviews
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on uptime, efficiency, sustainability, and system resilience

• 7–10+ years of experience in facility engineering or mission‑critical environments
• Proven experience leading engineering teams or site operations
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and liquid cooling systems
• Experience working in data center or high‑reliability environments
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills

• Experience with direct‑to‑chip, immersion, or high‑density liquid cooling systems
• Background in Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) delivery
• Experience with BMS/EPMS and CMMS platforms
• Relevant technical certifications (mechanical, HVAC, or electrical)

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Eurest Services maintains a drug‑free workplace.

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