Manufacturing Facilities Sr. Manager

Hardware FYI; Newark, Northern (DE, KY); Hybrid; USD 139,000 - 199,000; Full time

Job summary

Bloom Energy in Newark, DE is seeking a Manufacturing Facilities Senior Manager to lead our on-site facilities team, oversee maintenance of production and warehouse infrastructure, and manage budgets, staff, and vendor contracts.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Worldwide Facilities, the role drives safety, compliance with OSHA/EPA, strategic upgrades, and collaboration with production and engineering to improve efficiency and cost effectiveness.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 12+ years facilities management experience.
• Project management experience.
• Prior experience within manufacturing organization.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance & Operations: plan, schedule and oversee maintenance and repairs for facility infrastructure.
• Safety & Compliance: ensure safety standards and regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA).
• Budget & Vendor Management: develop budgets and manage contracts with vendors and contractors.
• Team Leadership: supervise maintenance staff and coordinate with contractors.
• Strategic Planning & Improvement: collaborate with production/engineering to optimize layout and efficiency.
• Record Keeping & Reporting: maintain CMMS records and report KPIs.

Skills

Project management

Manufacturing experience

Team leadership

Education

BS degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream—we’re making it reality.

For over two decades, we’ve been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what’s possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled “time-to-power” capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm.

At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century.

We are looking for a Manufacturing Facilities Senior Manager to join our team in one of today’s most exciting technologies. This role will report to Senior Director, Worldwide Facilities, and is based in Newark. DE. This is a fully on-site, in office role 5 days a week.

This role oversees maintaining and improving our production and warehouse facility's infrastructure, equipment, and safety systems while managing budgets, staff, and vendor contracts to ensure efficient, compliant, and profitable operations.Key responsibilities include site construction projects, preventative and reactive maintenance, managing compliance with safety and environmental regulations (like OSHA and EPA), supervising maintenance teams and contractors, and collaborating with other departments to support production goals.

Role entails maintaining and improving our production and warehouse facility's infrastructure, equipment, and safety systems while managing budgets, staff, and vendor contracts to ensure efficient, compliant, and profitable operations.Key responsibilities include overseeing preventative and reactive maintenance, managing compliance with safety and environmental regulations (like OSHA and EPA), supervising maintenance teams and contractors, and collaborating with other departments to support production goals.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Maintenance & Operations:
  • Plan, schedule, and oversee maintenance and repairs for facility infrastructure (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, compressed air).
  • Ensure all equipment and building systems are operating efficiently and reliably.
  • Manage preventative maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime.
• Safety & Compliance:
  • Ensure the facility adheres to safety standards, building codes, and industrial regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
  • Implement and manage safety programs, including procedures for hazardous materials and emergency preparedness.
  • Conduct regular facility inspections and maintain compliance records.
• Budget & Vendor Management:
  • Develop and manage departmental budgets, including expenses for maintenance, supplies, and capital projects.
  • Source, negotiate, and manage contracts with vendors, service providers, and contractors.
• Team Leadership:
  • Supervise, train, and motivate maintenance staff and technicians.
  • Coordinate the work of third-party contractors.
• Strategic Planning & Improvement:
  • Collaborate with production and engineering teams to optimize workflow and facility layout.
  • Plan and manage projects related to building upgrades, renovations, and equipment installations.
  • Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and support sustainability initiatives.
• Record Keeping & Reporting:
  • Maintain computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) records.
  • Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for maintenance and facility operations.

Skills and Experience:

• BS degree, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• 12+ years facilities management experience
• Project management
• Prior experience within manufacturing organization

Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants, will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result.

Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience.

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Salary Ranges:

$138,600.00 - $199,400.00