Plant Facilities Engineer – Reliability & Utilities

Sterling Engineering

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

11 hours ago

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Job summary

Sterling Engineering in Chicago seeks a Facility/Plant Engineer to oversee reliability, maintenance, and continuous improvement of facility infrastructure and utility systems in a high-volume environment.

The role leads maintenance activities, coordinates contractors, and drives capital projects while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Strong experience in boilers, HVAC, and building systems is essential.

Qualifications

5+ years of facility/plant engineering or industrial maintenance.
Experience with high-pressure steam/boiler systems, HVAC, plumbing, and general building maintenance.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field preferred.
Experience managing facility projects, contractors, vendors, budgets, and maintenance schedules.

Responsibilities

Oversee operation, maintenance, and reliability of plant utility systems (steam/boiler, HVAC, plumbing, chillers).
Direct and coordinate preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
Develop proactive maintenance programs for building systems and infrastructure.
Manage facility repairs, upgrades, and capital projects, including budgeting and contractor coordination.
Coordinate vendor and contractor visits to minimize disruptions.
Support SOP development for facility equipment and processes.
Organize 24/7 boiler coverage and pursue required stationary engineering license.
Oversee wastewater program and obtain required operator license.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, regulations, and company policies.
Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, operations, vendors and contractors.