Facilities Engineer in Chicago

Energy Jobline ZR; Chicago (IL); Vor Ort; USD 140.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k matching

Zusammenfassung

Energy Jobline ZR in Chicago seeks a Facilities Engineer to lead the operation, maintenance, and reliability of critical facility infrastructure in a manufacturing environment. You will ensure safe, efficient, and uninterrupted performance of utility and mechanical systems supporting production operations.

This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical expertise, leadership within a union environment, and a proactive approach to equipment reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Qualifikationen

• 8+ years of experience in industrial facilities, utilities, building engineering, or plant infrastructure environments.
• Strong experience with steam boilers, chillers, HVAC systems, and industrial refrigeration systems.
• Experience working within a union manufacturing setting.
• Proven troubleshooting and hands-on maintenance experience with mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of industrial safety and regulatory standards.

Aufgaben

• Oversee daily operation of plant utility systems including steam, chilled water, HVAC, and industrial refrigeration equipment.
• Monitor operating conditions, system efficiency, and utility usage to support reliable production operations.
• Coordinate treatment and maintenance programs for water, boiler, and cooling systems.
• Lead preventative and corrective maintenance activities across facility infrastructure and mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and implement long-term reliability improvements.

Kenntnisse

Industrial utility systems

Union manufacturing

Mechanical troubleshooting

Safety compliance knowledge

Jobbeschreibung

Job DescriptionJob Description

Title: Facilities Engineer
Location: Chicago, IL
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $140-160k
Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options:Annual Bonus Potential
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k matching
Must have Skill Set:

• Industrial utility systems expertise (boilers, chillers, HVAC, refrigeration)
• Union manufacturing experience
• Mechanical troubleshooting and reliability leadership
• Safety and regulatory compliance knowledge

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Building Engineer to lead the operation, maintenance, and reliability of critical facility infrastructure within a manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and uninterrupted performance of utility and mechanical systems supporting production operations.
This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical expertise, leadership within a union environment, and a proactive approach to equipment reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Job Duties

Facility Operations & Utilities

• Oversee daily operation and performance of plant utility systems including steam , chilled water systems, HVAC, and industrial refrigeration equipment
• Monitor operating conditions, system efficiency, and utility usage to support reliable production operations
• Coordinate treatment and maintenance programs for water, boiler, and cooling systems

Maintenance & Reliability

• Lead preventative and corrective maintenance activities across facility infrastructure and mechanical systems
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and implement long-term reliability improvements
• Maintain maintenance documentation, operating procedures, and equipment records
• Identify opportunities for upgrades, cost reduction, and improved system performance

Mechanical Support & Infrastructure

• Support mechanical repairs, fabrication activities, and facility modifications as needed
• Utilize tools and equipment safely to support ongoing plant maintenance requirements
• Maintain building systems and overall facility readiness for production demands

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Promote and enforce safe work practices including lockout/tagout, confined space, and hot work procedures
• Support audits, inspections, and facility compliance initiatives

Leadership & Collaboration

• Provide technical leadership and coordinate work within a union manufacturing environment
• Manage contractor activity and partner cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, and Safety teams
• Support building controls, utility distribution, emergency systems, and facility performance initiatives

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in industrial facilities, utilities, building engineering, or plant infrastructure environments
• Strong experience with steam boilers, chillers, HVAC systems, and industrial refrigeration systems
• Experience working within a union manufacturing setting
• Proven troubleshooting and hands-on maintenance experience with mechanical systems
• Knowledge of industrial safety and regulatory standards

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , , protected veteran status, or genetic information.