Facilities Engineer - Mechanical

MKS Inc.; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MKS Inc. is seeking a Facilities Engineer to support its Penang site. This role focuses on facility engineering management, involving maintenance, problem-solving, and compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge and experience in facilities operations to ensure efficient and reliable facilities management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of facilities engineering and operations experience required.
• Experience in factory startup is an added advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and knowledgeable in HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operation and maintenance activities of utilities equipment.
• Plan and supervise preventive maintenance programs.
• Provide technical support during factory construction phases.

Skills

Technical knowledge of building systems

Problem-solving ability

Data analytics

Collaboration

Education

BA/BS in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Are you naturally curious? So are we at MKS. Our collective curiosity drives us to be an innovation leader in many industries. Our products drive technology advancements across a wide range of applications such as 5G, augmented/virtual reality, autonomous vehicles, clean drinking water, and space exploration. We are a team of collaborators who value fresh thinking and believe in mutual respect, constructive candor, diversity and inclusion. As a valued and trusted partner to our customers, we are continually pushing the boundaries of possibility. We believe in creating technology that transforms our world and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team. If this is appealing to you, we want to meet you.

We are looking for a dynamic Facilities Engineer to join our team. This position will support the Penang Facilities sites. Reporting to the Senior Facilities Manager, this position will be an active team member supporting the Facilities department programs and procedures that promote a well-managed and well-maintained site. The Facilities Engineer will primarily provide all aspects of facility engineering management problem solving is the key function of the position. Subject areas will include gas detection systems, PLC programming, building management systems, gas detection systems, preventive maintenance, supporting cost avoidance initiatives and coordination of budgeting, maintaining records, and providing general support services for the operation. The position will also participate in the culture of employee health & safety and good corporate stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support during the factory building construction phase, close coordination on progress, reporting and addressing any issues that arise.
• To support any activities related to factory startup program.
• Responsible for daily/routine operation and maintenance activities of various utilities equipment/systems, Compressed Dried Air, Cooling Tower, Chiller, Heat Recovery Hot Water System, Plant Wide Air Conditioning System, Cooling/Chilled Water System, City Water Supply System, Fire Protection System, Gasses) including upgrading, improvement and other related facility systems.
• Identify the parameters to be trend in the BMS data and focusing on data analysis to identify opportunities to improve the reliability/efficiency of the Critical equipment or processes.
• Planning and supervise effective and efficient preventive and predictive maintenance program, conduct trouble shooting and implementing preventive, corrective and mitigation actions/measures.
• To manage contractors and ensure they are complying with Safety Procedures.
• Experience in liaison with local authorities’, government regulatory bodies to achieve utilities equipment compliance and utility services provider.
• To support and coordinate in Major activities like Annual Shutdown, Overhaul etc.
• Assist the Senior Facility Manager in the day-to-day oversite of the MA PM building programs. Focus on making building systems safer, more efficient, more reliable, and easier to service and maintain.
• Provide manufacturing plant operational support on complex issues/projects as they arise.
• Work with building management and control systems particularly gas detection systems
• Manage preventive maintenance of equipment, machinery, buildings, and other facilities programs using CMMS software.
• Monitor building utilities, for maintenance, and cost control is support of ESG initiatives
• Maintain monthly PM reports, KPI information of collection of data analytics
• Build partnerships with third-party vendors, services providers, and contactors, while ensuring most cost-effective methods are being used
• Research and implement new technology to improve operational efficiency
• Oversees Facility projects, budget, and contractors for project installation; Knowledge of building and life safety codes Design, install and maintain gas detection or building management systems.
• Support department vendor management, quotes, PO process, invoices and payments tracking
• Support the department in space planning efforts including moves, adds, and changes
• Assist with site space allocation, layout activities and support of facilities expansion/consolidation projects
• Assist with preparation of reporting for the site, including metrics, project accomplishments and open issues

Typical duties

• Provide technical support during the factory building construction phase
• Experience with data analytics
• Conduction operational reviews of a facilities mechanical or other building systems; may include field work and travel to various sites
• Investigate and evaluate facility problems and suggest improvements to the systems
• Investigate unique problems related to buildings in the area of energy, mechanical systems or other building infrastructure systems; suggest and implement solutions
• Interact with other team members, engineers, and Operations to solve problems

What will you bring to the team, along with your curiosity is:

• BA/BS in Engineering, related discipline, or equivalent facilities experience
• 5+ years of facilities engineering, and operations experience required
• Strong technical knowledge of building systems, UPS, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, etc
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to articulate and explain technical concepts to non-technical trained stakeholder
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Experience with Instrumentation, design, installation and equipment startup a plus
• Experience with AutoCAD a plus
• Experience with EH&S is a plus
• Experienced in factory startup is added advantage.
• Position is required to report during emergency events
• Demonstrates ability to lead the team and experienced in leading a task or project.
• Good personal traits and characteristics, high integrity, trustworthy, reliable and honest.
• Strong team player and ability to build positive collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders and plant staff