Director of Facilities & Engineering

Socket.dev; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 164,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Director of Facilities & Engineering to lead global facilities strategy and engineering operations. You will drive construction, maintenance, energy procurement, safety programs, and regulatory compliance across multiple sites.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive experience in facilities management and engineering, and a track record of delivering cost efficiencies and continuous improvement. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in facilities management, engineering, or related field with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of building systems, maintenance practices, and regulatory requirements including PSM, RMP, HACCP, and FSMA
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale facilities and complex engineering systems
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, facilities management, or related field; Masters preferred
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations including CAA, CWA, SWPPP, SPCC, RCRA, EPCRA

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive facilities and engineering strategy aligned with organizational goals
• Provide strategic guidance and leadership to facilities and engineering teams
• Drive initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve performance
• Oversee planning, construction, renovation, and maintenance of all facilities including offices, plants, warehouses, and distribution centers
• Lead permitting, energy procurement, and vendor management; ensure regulatory compliance
• Manage design, installation, operation, and maintenance of engineering systems; pursue process improvements and automation
• Develop budgets and manage resources; report KPIs to senior management
• Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing facilities and engineering team

Skills

Safety Culture

Physical abilities

Strong communication Skills

Team-building

Project Management

Quality

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced professional leader to join our organization as Director of Facilities & Engineering. As Director of Facilities & Engineering, you will oversee all aspects of our Facilities and Engineering operations, ensuring our physical infrastructure and engineering systems function effectively and efficiently. You will play a critical role in developing and implementing strategies to optimize our facilities' performance, enhance operational efficiency, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in facilities management, engineering, and leadership, with a proven track record of success in managing large-scale facilities and complex engineering systems.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:
• Develop and implement a comprehensive facilities and engineering strategy aligned with the organization's goals and objectives.
• Provide strategic guidance and leadership to the facilities and engineering teams, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Drive initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall performance.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in facilities management and engineering, integrating new technologies and innovations into operations.
• Facilities Management:
• Oversee the planning, construction, renovation, and maintenance of all company facilities, including offices, manufacturing plants, warehouses, distribution centers, retail plazas, and supermarkets.
• Lead local and state Planning and Zoning, Land Use, and Building permitting for all company locations.
• Develop and implement maintenance programs to ensure the proper functioning of all facilities, including refrigeration, HVAC systems, electrical systems, plumbing, security systems, and other critical infrastructure.
• Monitor and manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service level agreements to ensure service quality, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Implement and maintain environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for employees.
• Implement and maintain food safety and quality policies and programs to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Implement and maintain environmental policies and programs to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Administer energy procurement and contracts for company locations.
• Oversee Emergency Response Operations related to distribution facility refrigeration systems.
• Coordinate and manage emergency and restoration operations related to storm events, loss of power, flooding, and/or other events for all company locations to ensure public and employee safety and to minimize the impact on operations.
• Manage facility-related insurance loss-prevention initiatives to include physical structures and equipment, and human element programs to reduce overall risk exposure.
• Develop and execute logistics requirements for company charitable and special event functions.
• Engineering:
• Manage the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of engineering systems, such as production equipment, utilities, and automation systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements, automation initiatives, and technology upgrades to enhance productivity and quality.
• Provide design and development support for company retail operations, including supermarkets and other food service businesses.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory standards and industry best practices in engineering operations.
• Lead efforts to optimize energy usage, reduce waste, and implement sustainable practices across facilities and engineering operations.
• Budgeting and Resource Management:
• Develop and manage the facilities and engineering budgets, ensuring effective allocation of resources and cost control measures.
• Identify and evaluate opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and operational efficiencies.
• Provide regular reports and updates to senior management on the performance of facilities and engineering operations, including key metrics and KPIs.
• Team Development and Management:
• Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing team of facilities and engineering professionals.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Promote professional development and training opportunities to enhance the skills and knowledge of the team.
• Performing other duties as assigned by leadership

Schedule:

• Monday – Friday
• Standard Business Hours
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed based on projects and business needs
• Travel required up to 50% of the year based on project scope

Compensation:

• $164,000 - $200,000

Environment:

• Warehouse Office 65*F- 75*F
• Varying temperatures based on working projects

Experience:

• Preferred: Five (5) years of experience facilities management, engineering, or a related field, with at least 3 years in a leadership position
• Preferred: Strong knowledge of building systems, maintenance practices, and regulatory requirements including PSM, RMP, HACCP, and FSMA programs
• Preferred: Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale facilities and complex engineering systems
• Preferred: Bachelors degree in engineering, facilities management, or a related field (Masters preferred)
• Preferred: Strong knowledge of environmental regulations including CAA, CWA, SWPPP, SPCC, RCRA, EPCRA
• Preferred: Knowledge of sustainability practices and energy management a plus
• Preferred: Proficiency in English (written and verbal) to effectively communicate with associates and leadership

Skills:

• Safety Culture: Maintain and drive safety policies to all associates; driving for accountability of safe practicesthroughout shift
• Physical abilities: May be required to lift up to 75lbs.; the ability to operate required facility equipment; Ability to stand, walk and sit throughout your day; Walking on a variety of flooring such as carpet, concrete, tile etc;
• Strong communication Skills: Ability to provide & receive constructive feedback; communication of expectations and directions clearly
• Building a team-based environment: Effective coaching, facilitation, presentation and team-building skills; inclusive decision making
• Project Management: Results driven regarding implemented KPI’s/Metrics; willingness to participate in continuous improvement projects; managing multiple deadline-based projects
• Quality: Maintain integrity and high standards of product handling from all perspectives