Facilities Engineer

Title: Facilities Engineer
Location: Fort Mill, SC
Duration: Direct Hire
Summary of Position 
 
The Facilities Engineer will play a critical role in supporting plant infrastructure, utilities, and chemical systems while driving process improvements, safety initiatives, and operational efficiency. These qualities should be supported by excellent project management skills and a strong knowledge of structural code requirements.  
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Support and improve chemical handling systems and infrastructure
• Identify and mitigate chemical and process-related risks
• Gathering and analyzing data, blueprints, and reports.  
• Determining facility and equipment specifications.  
• Analyzing project costs and preparing budgets.  
• Designing and overseeing the implementation of facility expansion, layout, various systems, and quality controls.  
• Evaluating operational systems and facility infrastructure to ascertain and improve operational efficiencies.  
• Developing processing plans and optimizing resource allocation.  
• Planning and coordinating infrastructure and equipment maintenance schedules and activities.  
• Coordinating and overseeing contractors performing maintenance activities.  
• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, building codes, and health and safety standards.  
• Preparing reports and compliance documentation.  
• Review and Optimize Facilities equipment Preventive Maintenance Items in CMMS.  
• Asset Management, documentation, and Engineering.  
• Working knowledge of HVAC & fire suppression systems.  
• Working knowledge of High Voltage equipment and design.  
• Prepare annual, 5- and 10-year plans for infrastructure projects.  
• Review and monitor current processes to optimize efficiency.  
• Scheduling of routine maintenance.  
• Troubleshooting any issues with the plant utility systems.  
• Analysis of potential improvements.  
• Prepare Technical Specifications.  
• Assist with the development of Annual Master Plans.  

• Serve as a change agent to improve facility and chemical processes
• Knowledge of the building process and construction principles.  
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and building codes.  
• Proven ability to solve problems creatively.  
• Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices.  
• Experience seeing projects through the full life cycle.  
• Excellent analytical skills.  
• Strong interpersonal skills and resourcefulness.  
• Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline.  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate to different levels in the company.  
• Experience with AutoCAD, MS Office, and CMMS.  

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional team members.  
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead initiatives.
• Mechanical aptitude/interest.  
• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills both written and verbal.   
• Team oriented.  
• Commitment to continuous learning.  
• High degree of attention to detail, precision, and follow through.   
• Willing and able to work rotating shifts.   
• Be able to conceive and manage small projects.   

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent work experience. 
• 5-10 years of experience as a Facilities Engineer or in a similar role. 
• Experience working with hazardous chemicals or chemical systems.
• Experience in chemical, solar, paper, or industrial manufacturing environments

• Competitive Market Wages
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holiday)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee PV Panel Purchase Program