Facilities Project Engineer (Onsite - Puerto Rico)

Prattwhitney; Santa Isabel (PR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

3 weeks vacation

401(k) plan with company match

Scholar Program (ESP)

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Puerto Rico is seeking a Facilities Project Engineer to lead complex facilities projects across utilities, buildings, and infrastructure as part of the Facilities Master Plan. You will manage mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and coordinate contractors to deliver reliable, safe, and compliant infrastructure. The onsite role is based in Santa Isabel, Puerto Rico.

U.S. citizenship is required; relocation is not offered.

Qualifications

• Requires STEM degree and 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience communicating in English and Spanish (oral and written).
• U.S. citizenship is required to access information under this program/contract.

Responsibilities

• Lead facilities projects and infrastructure improvements across utilities, power, buildings, and other site systems to support the Facilities Master Plan.
• Oversee mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems including HVAC, ventilation, UPS systems, generators, chillers, and related utilities.
• Coordinate maintenance, budgeting, scheduling, and contractor management for facilities projects and maintenance activities.
• Ensure facility operations comply with OSHA and environmental requirements while maintaining records.

Skills

Project management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Job description

Position Overview

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Facilities Project Engineer to lead complex facilities projects and infrastructure initiatives across our site operations. As a Facilities Project Engineer, you will lead facilities system upgrades, capital projects, energy and water conservation initiatives, and infrastructure improvements while providing technical expertise across critical building and utility systems. You'll play a key role in troubleshooting complex equipment issues, improving facility reliability and efficiency, ensuring compliance, and supporting the site's Facilities Master Plan. In this individual contributor role, you will provide technical and project leadership while partnering with Facilities, Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, and external contractors to ensure facility systems, infrastructure, and improvement projects meet safety, reliability, efficiency, cost, and operational objectives. Your mission: Deliver world‑class facilities solutions by improving infrastructure reliability, optimizing facility performance, supporting sustainability initiatives, minimizing operational disruptions, and ensuring safe and compliant site operations. Join us in driving innovation and excellence in aerospace facilities and infrastructure!

This onsite position is based at our Santa Isabel, Puerto Rico location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance: None/Not Required.

What You Will Do

Lead facilities projects and infrastructure improvements across utilities, power, buildings, and other site systems in support of the Facilities Master Plan. Oversee critical mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, including HVAC, ventilation, UPS systems, generators, chillers, and related utilities. Lead facilities system upgrades, capital projects, renovations, and energy and water conservation initiatives to improve facility efficiency and sustainability. Troubleshoot major equipment and infrastructure failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring downtime. Coordinate building, equipment, and utilities maintenance activities, including routine maintenance, repairs, and preventative maintenance planning. Develop and manage budgets, schedules, resources, and operational expenses for facilities projects and maintenance activities. Coordinate and direct contractors, consultants, service providers, and equipment suppliers to support facilities projects and specialized work. Monitor building and utility systems, conduct facility inspections, and identify opportunities to improve performance, reliability, safety, and efficiency. Ensure facility operations comply with applicable OSHA and environmental requirements while maintaining accurate maintenance, project, and facility modification records. Plan and oversee facility layout modifications and office space relocations, respond to infrastructure emergencies, and provide technical guidance to Facilities technicians and cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Demonstrated professional or educational experience communicating in English and Spanish (verbal and written).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, including HVAC, ventilation, chillers, generators, and UPS systems.
• Experience leading capital projects, facilities upgrades, renovations, infrastructure improvements, and energy or water conservation initiatives.
• Knowledge of OSHA and environmental requirements related to facilities, building systems, and utility operations.
• Experience managing contractors, consultants, service providers, equipment suppliers, facilities budgets, and maintenance activities.
• Strong project management, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions

And more!

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide. Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

Equal Opportunity

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.