Facilities Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in transit solutions seeks a Facilities Engineering Project Manager to oversee multiple projects within their St. Cloud and Crookston plants. This role involves managing budgets, adhering to timelines, and fostering improvements in facilities. Candidates should have a background in engineering, project management experience, and strong collaborative skills. Join us to contribute to sustainable solutions in urban transportation.

Benefits

Paid holidays (13) and vacation

401K with company match

On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of project management experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel for project/business analysis.
• PMP certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support Facilities Engineering activities and lead projects from requirements to execution.
• Prepare project budgets and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Implement lean manufacturing initiatives related to facilities.

Skills

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Communication

CAD Layout Maintenance

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Oracle

Job description

Job Description

Location: St. Cloud, MN

Company Profile: New Flyer Industries is North America's leading manufacturer of heavy-duty transit buses. With a legacy of innovation and a commitment to sustainability, we offer advanced transit solutions under the Xcelsior and Xcelsior CHARGE brands. As a subsidiary of the NFI Group, our mission is to provide reliable, fuel-efficient, and environmentally friendly transportation options for urban communities.

POSITION GOAL:

Support all Facilities Engineering activities related to the St. Cloud and Crookston plants. Lead projects from requirements definition through execution, including scheduling, scope, budget estimation, implementation plans, and risk mitigation. Implement changes and improvements to maximize benefits for the company and stakeholders.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Support Facilities Council initiatives: creating business cases, developing costing forecasts, facilities readiness, project management, and delivering presentations. This role has a strong emphasis on project management.
2. Prepare and adhere to project budgets.
3. Lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
4. Review and negotiate leases for NABC facilities.
5. Participate in make/buy projects and develop business cases as needed.
6. Maintain accurate CAD layouts for all company facilities.
7. Manage facility improvement projects and other assigned upgrades.
8. Specify and facilitate capital and equipment upgrades, installations, or modifications.
9. Support Process Planning, Tool & Die, and Manufacturing Engineering as required.
10. Work effectively as a team member to achieve goals and actively pursue remedial actions.
11. Implement and promote lean manufacturing initiatives related to facilities.
12. Foster an environment of safety, continuous improvement, and teamwork.

Ability to shift focus and priorities as needed to meet project deadlines.

Experience / Knowledge:

• 2–5 years of project management experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel for project/business analysis.
• Experience using PowerPoint for presentations.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and architectural drawings.
• Basic understanding of Oracle.
• Effective team player with strong communication skills.

Specific Job Skills:

• AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Oracle.
• Strong presentation and verbal communication skills.
• PMP certification is an asset.
• Lean certification or equivalent work experience.

Education:

Engineering degree and/or related coursework and work experience.

Benefits:

• Salary: $75,000 - $85,000
• Immediate benefits eligibility.
• Paid holidays (13) and vacation.
• 401K with company match.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Be part of a team leading the electrification of mass mobility.

Join us and be part of exciting work in transforming urban transportation!