Facilities Engineer

LightForce; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

13 paid holidays

Premium medical/dental/vision

Group life insurance

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Paid parental leave

Fringe benefits

Flexible working schedules

Job summary

LightForce is seeking a Facilities Engineer to oversee the safe, efficient operation of its building infrastructure, balancing hands-on troubleshooting with technical design. You will report to the Maintenance Manager and lead maintenance, upgrades, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced, fully digital environment.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in building engineering or facilities management, a Bachelor’s in a relevant field, and strong skills in CAD, MEP systems, and CMMS (MaintainX).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent).
• 7+ years of hands-on background in building engineering, property maintenance, or facilities management.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints/CAD drawings, understanding MEP systems, and utilizing CMMS software (MaintainX).
• Strong cross-functional collaboration with EHS, Operations, and IT teams.

Responsibilities

• System Maintenance: Oversee routine upkeep for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and exhaust systems.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure facility operations follow local codes, OSHA guidelines, and environmental regs.
• Project Management: Design and manage facility upgrades, layouts, renovations, and capital budgets.
• Vendor Oversight: Hire, manage, and coordinate outside contractors and service providers.
• Energy Efficiency: Implement sustainability programs and monitor utility consumption to cut costs.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose infrastructure failures and perform RCA to prevent downtime.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Project management

Root Cause Analysis

Safety compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD drawings

MaintainX (CMMS)

Google Workspace

Job description

About LightForce

LightForce is leading the digital transformation of orthodontics and redefining the standard of care for patients. Our fully digital, 3D-printed orthodontic platform increases practice efficiency, improves clinical consistency, and enables more predictable treatment outcomes.

Unlike traditional stock brackets, LightForce delivers fully customized, patient-specific brackets paired with AI-driven treatment planning—optimizing outcomes at scale. With recent advancements unlocking the next phase of digital orthodontics, LightForce continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in personalized care.

Learn more at https://lf.co/

Description

As a Facilities Engineer at LightForce, you will oversee the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of a building's physical infrastructure, mechanical systems, and utility networks. Typically balances hands-on practical troubleshooting with technical design work. This position reports to the Maintenance Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• System Maintenance: Supervise and schedule routine upkeep for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and exhaust systems.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure facility operations follow local building codes, OSHA guidelines, and environmental regulations.
• Project Management: Design and manage facility upgrades, layouts, renovations, and capital improvement budgets.
• Vendor Oversight: Hire, manage, and coordinate outside contractors and technical service providers.
• Energy Efficiency: Implement sustainability programs and monitor utility consumption to lower operational costs.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose critical infrastructure failures and perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to prevent downtime.

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent technical experience).
• Experience: 7+ years of hands-on background in building engineering, property maintenance, or facilities management.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in reading blueprints/CAD drawings, understanding MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) systems, and utilizing Google and computerized maintenance software (MaintainX.)
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills working with EHS, Operations, and IT teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: Professional Engineer (PE) license, EPA refrigerant certification, or Certified Facility Manager (CFM) credential, Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or OSHA 10/30-Hour General Industry.
• Hands-on experience with BMS/BAS platforms and SCADA systems.
• Background in cleanrooms, manufacturing/production operations, or lab facilities .
• Experience with hot work permitting, LOTO program administration, and spill response protocols.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 20 pounds (or more in certain circumstances.)
• Ability to reach and manipulate controls on equipment
• Ability to climb stairs, navigate ladders and access roof hatches.
• Perform work activities with production chemicals, adhesives and epoxies, using required personal protective equipment
• Requires physical activity such as standing for long periods of time, walking, and working with hands

Work Environment

• Office environment (Average - "60% office, 40% active facility/production floor")
• Limited temperature fluctuations, heated and air-conditioned environment
• Work is performed near moving mechanical parts, electrical components and occasionally with sensitive chemicals
• The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate

Perks (For US full-time employees)

• Unlimited PTO for exempt employees
• 13 paid holidays per year
• Generous premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision plans
• Group plan voluntary life insurance
• Pre-tax commuter benefits program
• Paid parental leave
• Fringe benefits
• Workplace perks such as food/coffee and flexible work schedules

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liabilities.

LightForce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.