Facilities Engineer

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 76,100 - 114,100; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is looking for a Facilities Engineer in Burlington, MA. The successful candidate will manage and enhance manufacturing facilities, ensuring safe and efficient operations. With a strong foundation in facility systems, the engineer will work closely with production teams to ensure infrastructure meets evolving needs.

Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience in a relevant field and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Facilities Engineering. A competitive salary and bonus plan are part of the offer.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing facilities in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical distribution, and plumbing systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Own the operation and reliability of all facility systems including HVAC and plumbing.
• Lead capital projects from planning through execution.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of facility systems

Project and vendor management experience

Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Facilities Engineer

As a Facilities Engineer, you will manage, maintain, and continuously improve our manufacturing facility and supporting infrastructure. You will ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all building systems while partnering closely with production, manufacturing, and engineering teams to support current operations and future growth.

Who You Are

You are a seasoned manufacturing professional with strong technical knowledge of facility systems, project and vendor management experience, and the ability to plan facility upgrades, support equipment installations, and ensure infrastructure meets evolving manufacturing needs. You thrive in a fast‑paced environment and are committed to five days onsite per week.

Responsibilities

• Own the operation, maintenance, and reliability of all facility systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, compressed air, process gases, waste management, fire protection, and building infrastructure.


• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs to maximize facility uptime and safety.


• Lead facility improvement, expansion, and capital projects from planning through execution.


• Manage contractors, service providers, and facility vendors, including scope development, bidding, scheduling, and performance management.


• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and building regulations.


• Partner with engineering and production teams to define facility and utility requirements for new equipment and production processes.


• Plan and coordinate facility readiness activities for equipment installations, factory expansions, and manufacturing growth.


• Monitor facility performance, utility consumption, and operating costs, identifying opportunities for improved reliability and efficiency.


• Support long‑term facility infrastructure planning to meet future manufacturing and business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Facilities Engineering, or a related technical discipline.


• 3+ years of experience managing facilities in a manufacturing, industrial, semiconductor, or medical device environment.


• Strong understanding of building systems including HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, compressed air, and industrial utilities.


• Experience managing contractors, service providers, and capital projects.


• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, equipment specifications, utility layouts, and construction documents.


• Ability to develop project scopes, manage budgets, and execute projects on schedule.


• Experience supporting manufacturing equipment installations and facility infrastructure planning.


• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.


• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively across engineering, operations, and external vendor teams.


• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting metal manufacturing, laboratory, additive manufacturing, semiconductor, medical device, or advanced manufacturing environments.


• Knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, NEC, and local building code requirements.


• At least one of the following MA professional licenses (CSL, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC).


• Experience with CMMS and facility management software systems.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).


• Experience with energy management, sustainability initiatives, and facility optimization programs.

Salary Range

$76,100 – $114,100 (Salary determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive bonus plan based on individual, group, and corporate performance, and a competitive benefits package.

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