Position SummaryReporting to the Danville Facilities Manager, the Facilities Engineer is responsible for supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant facilities, utilities, infrastructure, and building systems, with emphasis on both electrical and mechanical engineering disciplines. This role applies electrical engineering knowledge to support power distribution, motor controls, lighting, grounding, building automation, and facility electrical infrastructure, while also applying mechanical engineering knowledge to HVAC, compressed air, process piping, pumps, plumbing, ventilation, and plant utility systems.
The Facilities Engineer manages maintenance improvement projects, supports capital planning, ensures regulatory compliance, and partners with operations, EHS, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve facility performance, reduce downtime, increase energy efficiency, and maintain safe and compliant electrical and mechanical systems. This role will have no direct reports.
Job Responsibilities- Working knowledge of building systems, facility infrastructure, mechanical systems, including HVAC, compressed air, chilled water, process piping, plumbing, pumps, fans, boilers, cooling towers, and ventilation systems.
- Ability to troubleshoot mechanical equipment failures and recommend corrective actions to improve reliability and efficiency.
- Experience reviewing mechanical drawings, P&IDs, equipment layouts, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Understanding of applicable mechanical codes, pressure systems, ventilation standards, and building system requirements.
- Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including power distribution, motor control centers, transformers, switchgear, panels, lighting, and grounding systems.
- Ability to troubleshoot electrical issues related to facility equipment, utilities, HVAC systems, pumps, compressors, and production support systems.
- Familiarity with electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, control schematics, and arc flash safety requirements.
- Understanding of applicable electrical codes and standards, including NFPA 70/NEC, NFPA 70E, and local regulatory requirements.
- Manage and lead teams of direct/indirect reports, contractors, engineering firms/consultants along with integrated site project teams.
- Experience managing budgets and project schedules.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of safety regulations, environmental requirements, and building codes
- Works within the defined project charter plan including budget, schedule and resource constraints.
- Application of Parker Lean Systems (PLS) in the performance of the project teams.
- Familiarity with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, OSHA, NFPA, or local regulatory requirements
- Experience with CMMS systems, AutoCAD, building automation systems, or energy management tools.
- Travel up to 25% of the year may be required to support efforts at other carbon sites.
- Other responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications- Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Facilities Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.
- 5+ years' experience in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Facilities Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.
- Ability to work independently and interface with cross-functional disciplines; using collaborative interpersonal skills to drive tasks to completion
- Understanding of financial, product development, operational functions and key business drivers
- Engineering professional (mechanical, technical, electrical & etc.)
- Demonstrated experience working and managing teams in a multi-disciplined matrix environment required
- Experience or background in carbon or graphite manufacturing
- Able to deal with and succeed in the face of ambiguity; engages and inspires diverse teams likewise
- Strong project management skills for successful program delivery required
- Strong organizational skills and effective problem solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent presentation skills with the expertise to develop and articulate clear and detailed plans
- Ability to create and deliver presentations to management
- Demonstrated capability to manage multiple activities and programs in geographically diverse theaters; works well under pressure
- Self-motivated with problem solving and decision-making skills
- Strong PC skills required; experience with MS Project and SAP preferred
Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! Our competitive package includes:
Competitive Compensation- Participation in Annual Incentive Plan
Benefit & Retirement Plans- Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
- 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
- Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
- Career development and tuition reimbursement
- Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
- Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
- Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.
Drug-Free WorkplaceIn accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.
This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.
Additional Comments:The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.
