Facilities Project Engineer

ResourceTek, LLC; Decherd (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prominent engineering firm as a Facilities Project Engineer in Decherd, TN, supporting an international OEM automotive manufacturing plant. You'll be instrumental in overseeing facility systems and infrastructure projects, ensuring operational continuity. Candidates should possess a strong engineering background and experience in project management within industrial settings.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Supplemental insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in field engineering or project execution.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing plant systems.
• Experience with contractor oversight and site safety.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical field lead for facility and infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with various teams to define and validate scopes of work.
• Oversee on-site execution of projects and ensure compliance.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

AutoCAD

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Facilities Project Engineer (Field Engineer)

Field Engineer – OEM Automotive Manufacturing Plant

Location: Decherd, TN

Company: ResourceTek (in partnership with a global automotive manufacturer)

ResourceTek, the Human Capital division of an ENR-ranked, multi-discipline engineering firm, delivers specialized technical services to industrial and government sectors across engineering, construction, and related fields. We are currently seeking a Facilities Project Engineer to support operations at an international OEM automotive manufacturing plant in Southern Middle Tennessee. This is a full-time, on-site role supporting facility systems, infrastructure integration, and capital improvement projects for an initial 24-month assignment with strong potential for direct hire.

Job Summary

As a Facilities Project Engineer, you will serve as an on-site technical representative and project leader supporting the execution of facility and infrastructure projects within an operational automotive manufacturing environment. This role requires strong coordination with OEM production teams, equipment suppliers, contractors, and cross-functional engineers. Your primary focus will be on maintaining operational continuity while executing upgrades, expansions, and process-supporting infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the technical field lead for facility and infrastructure projects supporting manufacturing lines, utilities, and process equipment

Coordinate with Production, Maintenance, Facilities Engineering, and Safety teams to define and validate scopes of work

Oversee on-site execution of projects including contractor coordination, safety compliance, and schedule adherence

Support installation and integration of mechanical, electrical, and civil systems in alignment with manufacturing requirements

Perform daily field walks and construction reviews to ensure compliance with specifications, standards, and plant requirements

Interface with OEM engineering teams, suppliers, and installation contractors to resolve design and field issues in real-time

Participate in commissioning activities, punch list development, and system turnover documentation

Provide technical feedback during the design phase on constructability, sequencing, and manufacturability

Ensure all plant-based construction activities are aligned with production operations, minimizing downtime

Track project progress, change orders, and report on-site activity to senior engineering leadership

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering from an ABET-accredited program

5+ years of experience in field engineering or project execution within an industrial or automotive manufacturing environment

Strong understanding of manufacturing plant systems, including utilities, structural interfaces, and production equipment requirements

Hands-on experience with contractor oversight, site safety protocols, and field-level problem solving

Ability to read and interpret multi-discipline construction and manufacturing drawings (MEP, structural, architectural)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project tracking tools such as MS Project

Capable of working independently in a fast-paced manufacturing setting with limited supervision

Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in the automotive or Tier 1 manufacturing sector

Knowledge of facility and utility systems such as HVAC, compressed air, chilled water, and power distribution

Familiarity with IBC, NEC, NFPA, and OSHA construction safety standards

OSHA 10 or 30 Hour Certification

Experience with AutoCAD and field layout tools

Familiarity with delivery methods such as Design-Build, GMP, or EPC

Compensation & Benefits

ResourceTek offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and supplemental insurance.

ResourceTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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