Senior Facilities Engineer

Nissan Motor Iberica SA; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Mental health support

Parental leave

Retirement savings

Vehicle Purchase Program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Nissan Motor Corporation in Franklin, TN seeks a Senior Facilities Engineer to provide engineering support for non-manufacturing facilities, including offices, warehouses, and training centers. You will lead capital projects, establish standards, and mentor staff to improve site performance.

You’ll partner with cross-functional teams, manage budgets and schedules, ensure safety and compliance, and drive continuous improvement across North American facilities.

Qualifications

• A four-year degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or Engineering Technology is required.
• Five to seven years of related experience at a professional level.
• One to two years in a work leader role coordinating the work of other employees or contractors.
• Ability to develop conceptual level designs and cost estimates for future model studies.
• Knowledge of HVAC control systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, welding, and mechanical fields.
• Above-average troubleshooting and computer skills; able to work without close supervision.
• 25% travel required.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering reviews, problem-solving activities, and Kaizen events.
• Establish and maintain engineering standards, best practices, and technical consistency across North American facilities.
• Provide technical leadership for utility infrastructure, facility systems, and building performance optimization.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for facility engineering, construction standards, and asset lifecycle planning.
• Lead capital projects from concept through design, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Develop project scopes, business cases, technical specifications, schedules, budgets, and funding strategies.
• Communicates with stakeholders throughout project execution.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and compliant with engineering requirements.
• Support development of annual operating and capital budgets.
• Forecast facility investment needs and recommend long-term capital strategies.
• Analyze current facility conditions and propose future growth or renovations.
• Contribute to new facility construction and major renovations across the US and Canada.
• Mentor engineers, project managers, and technical staff.
• Support talent development initiatives including ASCEND program.
• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards, building codes, environmental regulations, and corporate requirements.

Skills

Facilities engineering

Project leadership

Cost estimation

HVAC control

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Location(s): Franklin, TN Job Schedule: Full-time Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree Sponsorship: No.

Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a Senior Facilities Engineer to join our team in Franklin, TN. The Role provides engineering support to non-manufacturing facilities, including office spaces, distribution warehouses, training centers, and technical/design facilities. Work with a diverse team of engineers and contractors responsible for: facilities design, construction, and management; engineering standards, cost estimation, talent management/employee engagement. Supports NNA's objectives in facility maintenance, construction/management, and non-manufacturing operations. Frequently interfaces with executive management and works cross-functionally to improve engineering performance indicators. Contributes to building the Nissan brand and achieving enduring, profitable growth. The job assignment will be based at Franklin HQ.

A Day in the Life:

The responsibilities listed are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties for this role. Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed, to support business objectives.

• Lead engineering reviews, problem-solving activities, Kaizen events, and technical improvement initiatives.
• Establish and maintain engineering standards, best practices, and technical consistency across North American facilities.
• Provide technical leadership for utility infrastructure, facility systems, and building performance optimization.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for facility engineering, construction standards, and asset lifecycle planning.
• Lead capital projects from concept development through design, construction, commissioning, and project closeout.
• Develop project scopes, business cases, technical specifications, schedules, budgets, and funding strategies.
• Communicates with all stakeholders throughout project execution.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with corporate engineering requirements.
• Supports development of annual operating and capital budgets.
• Forecast facility investment needs and recommend long-term capital strategies.
• Analyzes current facility conditions and develops recommendations for future growth, facility expansions, renovations, and infrastructure improvements.
• Contribute significantly to new facility construction, major renovations, remodels, and strategic development initiatives throughout the United States and Canada.
• Mentor engineers, project managers, and technical staff.
• Support talent development initiatives, including engineering development through the ASCEND program.
• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards, building codes, environmental regulations, and corporate requirements.
• Promote a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.

Who We’re Looking for:

Required: A four-year degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or Engineering Technology is required.

Experience: five to seven years of related experience at a professional level.

Supervisory Experience: One to two years in a work leader role coordinating the work of other employees or contractors. This includes training new employees, assigning work, and checking the timeliness and quality of work. May have provided input into performance reviews. Most time in work leader role would have been spent performing work similar to that performed by the people whose activities the position coordinates.

Ability to develop conceptual level designs and cost estimates for future model studies.

Knowledge of HVAC control systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, welding, and mechanical fields.

Must have above-average troubleshooting and computer skills, and be capable of working without close supervision.

Computer Skills: Advanced knowledge of word processors, spreadsheets, other PC applications, or mainframe applications to create specialized applications or products of a highly technical nature.

25% Travel requirements.

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

Rewards:

• Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP).
• For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.
• Built for Your Best: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXuame0vwiw&list=PLki2k0CDxrPe8V6WmEeEdhj1fosRD-JQa

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws. It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base. Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees – with shared characteristics or interests – build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included. Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products. Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.

Franklin Tennessee United States of America Nissan is more than a car company. We are an innovation company. We take the most innovative thinking in the industry and combine it with performance, value, efficiency, safety and style. The result: Cars that thrill you every time you get behind the wheel. With over 150 million vehicles produced globally, Nissan continues with the goal to enrich the lives of our employees and customers alike.