Facilities Engineer

Anoplate; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Program

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Anoplate is seeking a Facilities Engineer / Project Manager to lead the design, planning, and execution of facility projects. The role collaborates with Senior Management, Maintenance, Production, and Engineering to deliver on-time, on-budget initiatives.

You will drive upfront engineering, documentation, and ongoing optimization while supporting uptime of critical equipment. Join a family-oriented, safety-focused company serving aerospace and industrial sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree with 5-10 years in Industrial/Manufacturing engineering.
• 5+ years’ experience in project management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Expert understanding of manufacturing methods, flow, layout and production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop project charter with key stakeholders and bring concept to life.
• Create detailed project management plans and manage scope, resources, risks, and quality requirements.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and outside contractors, revise schedules as needed.
• Develop and manage engineering documentation for projects (drawings, schematics, programs).
• Oversee design, build, maintenance, and optimization of facility systems and equipment.
• Troubleshoot complex facility and equipment issues and monitor project costs.

Skills

Lean thinking

Project management

Industrial engineering

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelors or associates in Industrial/Manufacturing Eng

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Facilities Engineer / Project Manager oversees the design, planning, implementation, and tracking of facility related projects. The position will work in collaboration with Senior Management, Maintenance, Production, Engineering and other teams to create a detailed schedule which identifies the sequences and activities needed to successfully complete the project on time and on budget. Successful project execution will require detailed technical involvement including upfront engineering and design efforts through final implementation. In addition, this role will support uptime of all critical facility related equipment by providing troubleshooting expertise and assistance.

Culture, Community, & Purpose

At Anoplate, we believe what we do matters—our work directly impacts the safety, reliability, and performance of critical aerospace, defense, and industrial components that serve industries across the globe. As a family-oriented company, we are deeply committed to our employees, our customers, and our community.

• Customer-First Mindset: We recognize that our success is measured by our customers' success. We prioritize quality, responsiveness, and service excellence to build trusted partnerships.
• Part of Something Bigger: Our work ensures that planes fly safely, military equipment performs reliably, and medical devices operate flawlessly—our customers and the world depend on us.
• Community Involvement: We actively support local initiatives, workforce development programs, and industry partnerships to give back and help build a stronger future.
• A Family Culture: We treat our employees like family, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where relationships matter, and teamwork drives success.
• Making an Impact: Every member of our team contributes to something greater than themselves, knowing that their work affects lives around the world.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop the project charter with key stakeholders and bring the concept to life.
• Manage the planning phase of projects by developing detailed project management plans, defining and manage project scope, determine the resources (money, manpower, equipment, etc.) required to successfully complete the project, identify quality requirements, and plan for identified potential risks.
• Stakeholder management. Review the project schedule with all stakeholders and all other outside contractors that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule as required.
• Develop, define and/or manage all of the engineering documentation required for projects and/or changes to projects. (Example: Drawings, Schematics, Programs)
• Designs, builds, maintains, and optimizes facility systems and related equipment
• Investigate and resolve complex facility & equipment related issues.
• Determine the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion.
• In consultation with the appropriate manager, select staff and/or volunteers with appropriate skills for the project activities.
• Manage project staff and/or volunteers according to the established policies and practices of the organization. Ensure that all project staff receive an appropriate orientation to the project.
• Contract qualified consultants to work on the project as appropriate and orchestrate timing of activities with internal departments.
• Execute the project plan. Document project activities and establishing a communication schedule to update stakeholders including appropriate staff in the organization on the progress of the project. Project plan should be posted as a time-based visual schedule and set up files to ensure that all project information is appropriately documented
• Review the quality of the work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project standards.
• Monitor the progress of the project and make tactical adjustments as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project.
• Control the project through communicating with finance and venders as necessary while monitoring and controlling all project expenditures. Manage all project costs according to established accounting policies and procedures.
• Evaluate the project to ensure that the project deliverables were on time, within budget and at the required level of quality. Evaluate the outcomes of the project as established during the planning phase and hold lessoned learned meetings with select staff.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Your Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s or associate degree with 5-10 years in experience in Industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or related field. 5+ years’ experience in project management or have any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess an expert understanding of manufacturing methods and processes, including flow, layout, and production equipment.

Your Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Candidates must possess a strong technical aptitude and the ability to apply lean thinking to projects, including planning and organization, decision making, problem solving, project management, delegation, and employee development.
• The ability to learn quickly and embrace Anoplate’s business strategy by understanding Anoplate’s niche in the market and be able to align internal resources around the opportunities in that market.
• Must possess excellent business judgment, utilize metrics to measure success and possess the drive to continuously improve their performance. This individual’s style and approach must demonstrate superior service and communication.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with a variety of internal and external customers with professionalism, poise, and polish.
• The ability to work and collaborate effectively with all business partners including senior management, industry partners, and all individuals internally.
• Must be able to multi-task and manage highly detailed work while balancing multiple projects.
• Must be able to work in fast-paced environment and possess a very proactive approach with a bias for taking action.
• Must possess the ability to work through others outside of direct reporting lines.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Long periods of sitting, bending and stooping required to perform the essential functions of this position. Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, climb stairs and lift objects of up to 40 lbs. as required.

Why Join Anoplate?

Anoplate is a 65-year industry leader in aerospace and industrial surface treatments. We offer unlimited growth potential, a dynamic team-oriented environment, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in an evolving industry. Our core belief is to fulfill the needs of our employees in order to meet the needs of our customers. Anoplate relies on the personal success of our employees.

• Bonus Program: Eligible for quarterly bonus program based on corporate and individual goals/performance
• Well-Being: Comprehensive Medical benefits with zero premium cost dental coverage, Health Savings Account with company contribution, Enhanced Long and Short-Term Disability, Complimentary Wellness Programs, Employee Assistance Program, Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement, Annual Work Boot reimbursement, Uniforms provided at no cost for production line employees & 401(K) Savings Plan with Company Match and Immediate Vesting
• Home & Family: Work Life Balance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation & NY State Paid Sick Leave
• Work Life: Catered lunches, family holiday events, employee appreciation activities, community culture & amazing co-workers
• Growth & Training: On the job training, skills development & opportunities to climb the career ladder

Salary Description

$120,000 - $135,000