Facility Engineer
About The Position
The Facility Engineer determines requirements for facility and maintenance projects, evaluates project feasibility, prepares project specifications and vendor or contractor recommendations, and reviews proposals for accuracy. The role prepares authorization-for-expenditure documents and cost justifications where applicable, participates in vendor and contractor selection and contract review, and coordinates equipment installation and building additions, including contractor supervision. The engineer oversees assigned projects through completion to ensure equipment and additions meet their intended needs reliably and efficiently. The position also identifies and implements equipment upgrades and manufacturing process improvements to improve quality or operating efficiency; compiles and maintains information about departmental equipment; and completes required documentation and other assigned tasks. The role is expected to maintain acceptable attendance, keep a clean and safe work area, participate in department meetings, and submit cost-reduction and innovation ideas. Magna describes its workplace as an engaging, dynamic environment with varied responsibilities and development prospects. The role is with Magna Exteriors, whose products include automotive and other industrial exterior components and systems.
Requirements
- At least one year of continuous work experience.
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering required; candidates without the required education may be considered in special circumstances if they have substantial manufacturing work experience applicable to the job.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Good computer skills.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Good procedure-writing skills.
- Good project-management skills.
Nice To Haves
- Five years of engineering experience preferred, including two years directly related to facilities and equipment procurement or maintenance-related engineering.
Responsibilities
- Determine facility and maintenance project requirements.
- Offer recommendations concerning project feasibility.
- Prepare project specifications and recommendations on vendors and contractors while maintaining equipment standardization.
- Review vendor and contractor proposals for accuracy.
- Prepare AFEs and, when applicable, project cost justifications.
- Participate in vendor and contractor selection, including contract review.
- Coordinate equipment installation and building additions, including supervising contractors.
- Oversee assigned projects through completion and ensure equipment or additions meet their intended needs reliably and efficiently.
- Identify, recommend, and implement equipment upgrades or manufacturing process improvements to improve quality or operating efficiency.
- Compile and maintain information relating to departmental equipment.
- Maintain an acceptable attendance record and a clean, safe work area.
- Participate in department meetings and complete required activity documentation.
- Submit cost-reduction and innovation ideas.
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
Benefits
- Customizable insurance plans beginning after 30 days.
- Medical insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with three plan options.
- Dental insurance through Delta Dental, with two plan options.
- Vision insurance through VSP, with two plan options.
- 401(k) and matching after six months.
- Paid parental leave.
- Flexible spending account and health savings account options.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Free employee and family assistance programs (EFAP).
- Paid time off.
- 13 paid holidays.
- On-site fitness center and off-site fitness reimbursement.
- Magna Family Scholarship.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Service Award Programs.
- Disaster Assistance Program.
- Profit Participation Program after two years.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
