Facilities Engineering Manager – Waukesha Site

INNIO•Waukesha, WI

20d

About The Position

Exciting growth is underway at our Waukesha site, and we’re looking for a strategic technical leader to guide this transformation. As Facilities Engineering Manager, you’ll combine your engineering expertise with leadership skills to oversee facility and production maintenance, drive major capital projects, and lead the brownfield expansion. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact while advancing your career in a dynamic, highly technical environment. As Facilities Engineering Manager, you will lead the development, execution, and communication of all facility and production maintenance activities at our growing Waukesha site. Leveraging your strong technical engineering background and leadership skills, you’ll manage a team of professional and hourly staff, as well as contractors, to ensure operational excellence. This role includes overseeing daily repairs, implementing strategic facility upgrades, and playing a key role in the brownfield expansion of the site, transitioning the team from expansion to a robust preventative maintenance program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or technical diploma/certification college and at least 5 years of experience managing large facilities or facility-related projects or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven experience leading large facility improvement and expansion projects.
Demonstrated ability to lead both professional (including supervisory staff) and hourly employees.
Previous experience managing capital improvement projects.
Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, and inspire teams while driving organizational change.
Strong customer orientation, sense of urgency, and growth mindset.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
In-depth knowledge of facilities, equipment, and maintenance procedures.
Strong project management skills (budgets, timelines).
Problem-solving mindset with root cause analysis capability.
Understanding of local building codes and OSHA regulations related to maintenance and construction.
Experience working with regulatory and municipal authorities.

Nice To Haves

Background in construction projects (new builds and renovations) preferred.
Heavy manufacturing experience preferred.
Relevant certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide planning oversight for facilities capital improvement projects and serve as project manager for major initiatives, including site expansion and upgrades.
Partner with indirect sourcing for construction projects including contractor selection, bid management, contracting and performance oversight.
Review and approve engineering and architectural drawings to ensure compliance and incorporate functional requirements into facility specifications.
Collaborate with Lab Operations on maintenance for lab facilities.
Manage day-to-day maintenance and repairs for a 1,000,000 sq. ft., 3-building site, including buildings, equipment, land, and property.
Oversee financials related to facility maintenance and repairs, ensuring strict adherence to budget requirements.
Work closely with EHS to address issues promptly and maintain a safe, compliant work environment.
Lead the team responsible for scheduling and executing plant maintenance to minimize impact on critical production operations.
Drive a culture of accountability around energy efficiency and waste reduction through awareness programs and training.
Interface with senior leadership, production, engineering, and EHS/Security teams to communicate issues and deliver cross-functional solutions.
Maintain positive relationships with external regulators to ensure compliance with codes and standards.
Leverage strategic partnerships and programs (utility providers, government initiatives, corporate resources) to identify opportunities for rebates and funding for facility improvements.
Participate in key safety initiatives, including safety committees, audits, and contractor selection processes.