Sr Facilities Engineer

flex; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 104,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Facilities Engineer to contribute to factory operations in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. This role includes designing and modifying facilities and equipment while providing technical advice on manufacturing processes. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and significant experience in related roles.

Benefits

Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans

Life Insurance

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Matching 401(k) Contributions

Vacation and Paid Sick Time

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years related experience.
• Prefer knowledge of manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrates expert knowledge of the function and Flex’s business.

Responsibilities

• Researches facility product specifications and performance requirements.
• Defines feasibility of designing new plant facilities.
• Uses computer-assisted engineering design software.

Skills

Technical skills

People skills

Process skills

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Posting Start Date 06-06-2025 Job Posting End Date 08-31-2025

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary. Job Summary

To support our extraordinary team who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Facilities Engineer located in Buffalo Grove, Illinois.

Reporting to the Facilities Manager the Facilities Engineer role applies engineering values to design, modify or develop facilities, testing, machines, equipment or processes used in processing or manufacturing products.

What a typical day looks like:

• Researches facility products or equipment specifications and performance requirements to define designs which can be produced by existing manufacturing or processing facilities and methods.
• Researches engineering proposals, process requirements and related technical data pertaining to industrial facilities machinery and equipment design.
• Defines feasibility of designing new plant facilities equipment or modifying existing facilities considering costs, available space, time limitations, company planning and other technical and economic factors.
• Provides technical facilities information concerning manufacturing or processing techniques, materials, properties and process advantages and limitations which affect long range plant and product engineering planning.
• Compiles and researches facilities research data to establish performance standards for newly designed or modified equipment.
• Studies engineering and technical publications to keep abreast of technical changes and developments in industry.
• Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks.
• Guides projects and project teams.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, related degree or equivalent experience and training.
• Requires a minimum of 6+ years of related experience.
• Prefer some knowledge of manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrates advanced operations, technical and people and/or process skills as well as customer (external and internal) relationship skills.
• Demonstrates expert knowledge of the function and a thorough comprehension of Flex’s and related business.
• Creates functional processes or technologies. Executes functional strategic plans and objectives at the site.

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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Pay Range (Applicable to Illinois) $104,400.00 USD - $143,600.00 USDAnnual Job CategoryOperations Relocation: Not eligible

Is Sponsorship Available?

No Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).