Sr. Facilities Engineer

flex; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Facilities Engineer to enhance their operational excellence in Libertyville, Illinois. This role involves managing the maintenance and alteration of various facilities, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards. You will lead projects that improve efficiencies and oversee critical infrastructure systems, making a significant impact on the organization's success. Join a collaborative and inclusive environment where your expertise will drive innovation and growth, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and professional development.

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

• 5+ years of experience in facilities engineering or related field.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee maintenance and alterations of facilities.
• Analyze and standardize facilities procedures to improve efficiencies.
• Coordinate purchase orders and file monthly reports.

Skills

Facilities Engineering

Project Management

HVAC Systems Knowledge

Supervisory Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Posting Start Date 05-07-2025 Job Posting End Date

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 Illinois Libertyville Harris.

Reporting to the Sr Facilities Manager, the Sr. Facilities Engineer will manage, coordinate, and oversee various functions for the facilities organization including maintenance and alteration of office, manufacturing, warehouse, truck yards, parking, landscaped areas, and equipment, as well as layout, arrangement, and housekeeping of the aforementioned facilities.

What a typical day looks like:

• Controls inter-building communication installations and maintenance.
• Supervises maintenance and alteration of all areas and equipment within the building(s), as well as layouts, arrangements, and housekeeping of all facilities.
• May oversee cafeteria and/or food service operations.
• Analyzes and standardizes various facilities procedures to improve efficiencies.
• Defines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow.
• Assigns duties for subordinates and examines work for conformance to policies and procedures.
• Spends a portion of time performing tasks related to the facilities unit.
• Coordinates purchase orders within budget guidelines and files monthly reports to accounting, corporate, and/or facilities management.
• May coordinate, manage, and direct the design, planning, construction, maintenance, and alteration of building structures, equipment, machinery, and other facilities infrastructures.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Higher Grades Duty Summary (additional responsibilities):
• Inspects plant and evaluates use of space and facilities.
• Evaluates firm's HVAC systems, computer network wiring, lighting, and other factors.
• Plans, budgets, and schedules various regional facilities modifications including cost estimates, bid sheets, layouts, and contracts for construction and acquisitions.
• Performs audits to support facility planning.
• Develops long-range plans, conceptual designs, and capital outlay requirements and documentation for various facilities.
• Formulates and coordinates program specifications, requirements for proposals, and contracts.
• Acts as liaison to public utility, environmental, and energy agencies.
• Inspects construction and installation progress to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Reviews real estate contracts for compliance with government specifications and suitability for occupancy.
• Oversees the coordination of building space allocation, layout, and communication services.
• Oversees and directs maintenance personnel engaged in facility equipment installation, repair, and preventive maintenance.
• Oversees development and updating of the Disaster Recovery Plan and ensures site readiness.
• Oversees facilities safety and training programs, including first aid, Hazmat, Lock-out/Tag-out, chemical handling safety, MSDS data sheets, and OSHA compliance.
• Oversees contracted cleaning services.
• Completes corporate, governmental, and site reporting.

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

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, related degree, or equivalent experience and training.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities engineering or related field, including supervision.
• Prefer some knowledge of manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrates mastery of expertise in multiple areas and industry.
• Demonstrates expert knowledge of the function and a thorough understanding of Flex and related business.

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• Requires ability to present information to top management.

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): $98,600.00 USD - $135,600.00 USD annually.

Job Category: Operations

Relocation: Eligible for domestic relocation only.

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment 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 protected status. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities. Please email [e-mail] for assistance (note: this email is for disability accommodation requests only).