Facilities Engineer — Chicago Manufacturing Campus

JSK Recruiting, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Pension plan

Disability insurance

Job summary

JSK Recruiting, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Manager for a large-scale Chicago facility. You will own facilities engineering, lead on-site contractors, and drive maintenance and upgrades across HVAC, boilers, and utilities in a highly automated production campus.

The role requires 7+ years in manufacturing facilities, strong project management, and a hands-on approach with complex systems. A BS/BA in engineering is preferred, with a willingness to obtain licenses as needed.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of plant or facilities engineering in manufacturing.
• Must come from manufacturing, not commercial or residential facilities.
• Hands-on with facility systems including HVAC, boilers, electrical distribution.
• Welding certification knowledge is a plus.
• Strong cross-functional communication across departments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all facility engineering functions including stationary engineering, HVAC, boilers, building maintenance, and building systems.
• Manage on-site contractors across multiple trades and ensure safety and timelines.
• Supervise stationary engineers and welder qualification programs.
• Oversee wastewater treatment systems and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and manage capital project budgets, scopes, and schedules.
• Drive preventive and predictive maintenance for all facility systems.
• Partner with operations to minimize downtime and support production.
• Maintain accurate documentation and compliance records.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Facilities engineering leadership

Project management

Contractor management

HVAC and building systems

Education

BS/BA in Engineering

Job description

JSK Recruiting, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Manager for a large-scale Chicago facility. You will own facilities engineering, lead on-site contractors, and drive maintenance and upgrades across HVAC, boilers, and utilities in a highly automated production campus.

The role requires 7+ years in manufacturing facilities, strong project management, and a hands-on approach with complex systems. A BS/BA in engineering is preferred, with a willingness to obtain licenses as needed.