Sr Facilities Engineer

Solar Turbines•Desoto, TX

6d•$112,704 - $169,056•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr Facilities Engineer provides facility engineering technical support in a dynamic manufacturing environment in DeSoto, Texas. The role supports multiple buildings, 24/7 operations, multiple engineering disciplines, and complex equipment, and supports all aspects of Maintenance and Facilities in accordance with priorities established by Facilities Leadership. The position prepares and implements schedules and estimates and coordinates facility projects involving installation, relocation, or modification of facility and test cell systems, equipment, and operational capabilities. It assists with the design of facilities, test cells, and building equipment and the preparation of engineering drawings and specifications. The engineer coordinates outside contractors and vendors to ensure compliance with specifications, building codes, safety, quality, and project schedules; develops solutions to difficult engineering problems; and prepares project estimates, schedules, and purchase requisitions. The role also assists with facility and test cell expansion planning, repairs, and rehabilitation. The engineer interacts with personnel across the organization, vendors, and consultants, and may represent the company in meetings with governmental and public utility authorities concerning construction codes, safety policies and regulations, OSHA, environmental matters, and utility services. The position requires strong customer interaction, independent problem solving, computer literacy, attention to detail, urgency, teamwork, and the ability to provide direction to people with varied cultural and technical backgrounds. It reports directly to the Facility Operations and Planning Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction engineering/management, or a related discipline.
7+ years of experience in maintenance, engineering, or facility project management.
High energy level and sense of urgency, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Team-oriented approach and passion for customer service, problem solving, learning, and continuous improvement.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Office applications.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, or Navisworks.
Strong customer interaction skills, ability to solve problems independently, computer literacy, attention to detail, and ability to work in a team environment and provide direction to people from varied cultural and technical backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

Deep understanding and extensive expertise in facilities planning, design, construction, operations, office services, or maintenance, and building and infrastructure systems such as civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, HVAC, electrical, or controls.
Familiarity with modern construction, building codes, and methods.
Project management experience and capital planning.
Advanced computer skills, including Excel reports and charting, AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, MS Project, MS Teams, and SharePoint.
Knowledge of 6 Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

Provide technical and logistical support to resolve complex facility and test cell issues.
Schedule and coordinate outside contractors and vendors, ensuring safety and quality.
Prepare and implement project plans and schedules.
Provide guidance and subject expertise to facilities personnel and leadership to improve facilities operations.
Follow industry and enterprise standards, policies, and practices related to safety, quality, schedule, cost, accounting, purchasing, and regulatory compliance.
Participate in continuous improvement, space planning, and capacity-increasing projects.
Communicate project and program status to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
Prepare project estimates, schedules, and purchase requisitions.
Assist with facility and test cell expansion planning, repairs, and rehabilitation.
Assist with facility, test cell, and building equipment design and with engineering drawings and specifications.
Coordinate installation, relocation, and modification of facility and test cell systems, equipment, and operational capabilities.
Interact with organizational personnel, vendors, and consultants, and represent the company in relevant meetings with governmental and public utility authorities as needed.