Facilities Process Engineer

Corning•City of Corning, NY

8d•$84,932 - $116,782•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Process Engineer is responsible for supporting the design, optimization, operation, and reliability of facility systems and process utilities. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to improve system performance, support capital projects, troubleshoot operational issues, and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards. The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in engineering principles, hands-on experience with facility systems, and the ability to manage projects and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
A minimum of 3 years of experience in facilities engineering, process engineering, manufacturing, utilities, or a related industrial environment.
Working knowledge of facility utility systems and infrastructure support processes.
Experience troubleshooting process or utility system issues and implementing improvements.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, PFDs, P&IDs, and technical specifications.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with engineering and maintenance systems.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, or other design/documentation tools.
Experience supporting capital projects, equipment installations, and commissioning activities.
Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant safety and environmental regulations.
Experience with CMMS, BAS/BMS, SCADA, or process control systems.
Project management experience or formal project coordination responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Monitor, analyze, troubleshoot, and optimize facility and utility systems such as HVAC, chilled water, boilers, compressed air, water treatment, gas distribution, and related infrastructure.
Identify and implement process improvements to increase system efficiency, reliability, capacity, and safety.
Lead or support root cause investigations for system failures, process deviations, and equipment performance issues; recommend and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Develop, review, and update engineering documentation, including process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), operating procedures, specifications, and technical reports.
Support the planning, design review, installation, commissioning, startup, and turnover of new equipment and facility upgrade projects.
Collaborate with operations, maintenance, EHS, and project teams to support daily facility operations and long-term improvements.
Evaluate system performance using process data, trends, and key performance indicators; prepare reports and present findings to stakeholders.
Ensure facility systems and engineering activities comply with applicable regulatory requirements, internal standards, and industry best practices.
Participate in risk assessments, hazard reviews, and change management processes for facility modifications and system improvements.
Provide technical guidance to technicians, operators, and junior engineers as needed.
Support contractor oversight, vendor coordination, and project execution activities.
Assist with budgeting, scheduling, and resource planning for assigned projects and maintenance activities.