CHIEF ENGINEER

Compass Group•Greencastle, PA

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Engineer is the on-site engineering leader, accountable for delivering Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) services, including hard services that support high-density computer environments. The role provides technical leadership, team management, and operational oversight to ensure facility performance is safe, reliable, and efficient. Supporting an Amazon facility, the Chief Engineer is responsible for operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and business continuity across critical building infrastructure.

Requirements

Communicate effectively in writing and oral presentations.
Multitask and establish priorities.
Maintain organization in a changing environment.
Demonstrate initiative, responsibility, flexibility, and leadership.
Read electrical schematics and mechanical and plumbing blueprints.
Use Windows-based office software, including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Have working knowledge of plant maintenance, including electrical systems, boilers, hydraulics, compressed air, and mechanical equipment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or military experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee the safety of all operating equipment within the facility.
Develop and train staff in plant and emergency procedures.
Procure repair parts for routine preventive maintenance and emergency repairs.
Develop and maintain vendor relationships.
Develop and maintain a plant-wide preventive maintenance schedule for buildings, process equipment, and plant utilities.
Maintain the departmental budget, focusing on parts, supplies, and labor management.
Ensure compliance with wastewater and emissions standards.
Oversee outside contractors performing repairs and upkeep of plant equipment.
Be available for off-site plant startups and special projects.