Facility Project Engineer

MAPEI Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Dental and Vision

Telemedicine

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MAPEI is a world leader in building solutions and seeks a Facilities Project Engineer to plan and supervise infrastructure improvements and major maintenance at our West Chicago site. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, contractors, and vendors to deliver renovations safely, on time, and within budget.

The role emphasizes project lifecycle management from concept through implementation in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with collaboration across Operations, Maintenance,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering; high school diploma required.
• Minimum of two years of engineering or project/facilities experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with capital, infrastructure, facilities, or equipment installation projects; PMP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, budgets, permits, and execution plans with the Project Manager.
• Manage projects from planning to completion, review bids and quotes.
• Coordinate documentation: RFIs, schedules, permits, specs and records.
• Track budgets, schedules, milestones, risks, and costs to keep scope and cost on track.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, EHS and contractors to minimize disruption.

Skills

PMP Certification

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Job description

We are currently seeking a Facilities Project Engineer to join our Maintenance team. This role is responsible for the planning, coordination, and supervision of infrastructure improvements, building renewals, and major maintenance projects. The Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure site renovations are executed safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineering professional who enjoys managing projects from concept through implementation in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Project Manager to define project scope, develop budgets, coordinate permitting activities, and establish project execution plans.
• Manage assigned projects from planning through completion, including soliciting, reviewing, and comparing contractor and vendor bids and quotes.
• Coordinate project documentation, including Requests for Information (RFIs), project schedules, milestones, permits, specifications, and other required records.
• Track project budgets, schedules, milestones, risks, and expenditures to ensure projects remain on time and within approved scope and cost.
• Monitor project execution through regular field inspections and coordination with contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Lead project punch-list walks and support the formal acceptance and closeout of completed work.
• Review and coordinate CAD drawings, equipment layouts, site plans, and design modifications related to assigned projects.
• Support the installation, repair, replacement, and improvement of site infrastructure and MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) systems.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, EHS, and external contractors to coordinate project activities and minimize disruption to plant operations.
• Review contractor and vendor scopes of work to ensure alignment with project requirements, applicable codes, safety expectations, and site standards.
• Identify and implement improvements that enhance safety, quality, reliability, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Stay current on relevant industry trends, engineering technologies, codes, and best practices and recommend improvements where appropriate.
• Ensure projects comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulatory, environmental, building, and safety requirements.
• Adhere to all MAPEI policies, safety rules, and work procedures.
• Perform assigned tasks in conformance with procedures and instructions established in the Business Management System (BMS) and in compliance with applicable Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) regulatory requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What’s in it for you

• In this role, you will earn a competitive salary ranging from $85,000 to $100,000 per year, depending on your experience and qualifications.
• Eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus based on individual performance and company results.
• Medical insurance for employees or the option of a highly competitive medical plan with minimal monthly contributions.
• 17 days of paid vacation and personal time annually (prorated in year one).
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 6% company match.
• Dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, employer-paid life insurance, and free telemedicine services.
• Additional employee-focused programs including tuition reimbursement, discounted home and auto insurance, supplemental life insurance, and more.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline required; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of engineering, project engineering, manufacturing engineering, facilities/plant engineering, or related industrial experience.
• Experience supporting capital, infrastructure, facilities, or equipment installation projects within a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD drafting software required.
• Valid U.S. driver's license required.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran (M/F/D/V)

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About Us

MAPEI is a world leader in the manufacturing of solutions of excellence for the building industry. Founded in Milan in 1937, MAPEI has more than 11,000 employees worldwide, with 100 subsidiaries in 57 countries and 86 manufacturing plants in 35 nations. Working for MAPEI

Our products are sold in residential and commercial channels, including national retail organizations. Some of our products include mortars, grouts, adhesives, concrete restorations products and various types of concrete and cement admixtures. We are extremely focused on green and sustainability initiatives, currently channeling 70% of our research work done into the development of sustainable products.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 5011
• Job Category ENGINEERING & MAINTENANCE
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 530 Industrial Dr, West Chicago, IL, 60185, US