Job Title: Facilities Engineering Lead
Location: Burlingame, CA, with relocation to Sacramento, CA by Q1 2027
Department: Manufacturing Operations / Plant Facilities
Reports to: Head of Facilities
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
About the Job:Peak Energy is looking for a Facilities Engineering Lead to own all things building operations at our battery energy storage system (BESS) manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for keeping the physical plant - mechanical, electrical, life-safety, and process-support systems - safe, compliant, and running at the reliability level our production lines depend on. You'll lead a small team of technicians, manage outside contractors, and be the go-to person when anything building-related needs attention.
Responsibilities: - Own the day-to-day operation, preventive maintenance, and repair of all facility systems: HVAC and process cooling, electrical distribution (low- and medium-voltage), compressed air, plumbing, and building automation/controls.
- Keep the building envelope, dock doors, cranes/hoists, and material-handling infrastructure that support production lines in good working order.
- Assist with the development and supervision of a skilled technician team to support ongoing facilities technical needs.
- Source, qualify, and manage relationships with outside contractors and vendors - electrical, mechanical, fire/life-safety, pest control, janitorial, grounds, and waste/recycling - including scoping, quoting, and invoice review.
- Serve as the primary on-call escalation point for after-hours facility issues.
- Plan and execute facility capital projects - line expansions, utility upgrades, tenant improvements, and equipment installs - in partnership with manufacturing/process engineering, EHS, and outside architects/contractors.
- Own the facilities operating and capital budgets and track spend against forecast.
- Identify and implement energy-efficiency and sustainability improvements.
Minimum Qualifications: - 5+ years of progressive, hands-on experience in industrial facilities maintenance, operations, or engineering within a manufacturing, industrial, or heavy-processing environment. Background in battery, electronics, chemical processing, automotive, or similarly regulated/utility-intensive manufacturing is a strong plus.
- Equivalent experience counts - time served through a trade apprenticeship, military technical training, or progressively responsible maintenance/facilities roles is weighed the same as a formal degree.
- Prior experience leading, scheduling, or mentoring maintenance/facilities technicians, or clear readiness to step into that role.
- Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems (up to 480V distribution; medium-voltage exposure a plus), HVAC/process cooling, compressed air, and plumbing systems.
- Active knowledge of environmental/workplace safety regulations (OSHA, NFPA 70E, EPA, etc.) as they apply to industrial facilities operations.
- Comfortable with CMMS platforms, basic budgeting, and vendor/contract management.
- Able to read and work from facility drawings and schematics (electrical one-lines, mechanical P&IDs, floor plans).
- Strong troubleshooting instincts and willing to personally get hands-on when needed - this is a working-lead role, not a purely administrative one.
- Able to respond to after-hours emergencies and support occasional weekend/off-shift work for planned shutdowns or projects.
- Strong interpersonal and people-management skills, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop a technician team.
Preferred Qualifications: - Associate's or Bachelor's degree in facilities management, industrial/mechanical/electrical engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
- Journeyman electrician license, HVAC/EPA 608 certification, or equivalent trade license.
- MEWP (mobile elevating work platform / aerial lift) certification.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements: - Primarily an active manufacturing floor environment with exposure to noise, temperature variation, and industrial equipment; PPE required in designated areas.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and to stand, walk, climb, and work in tight or elevated spaces across the facility for extended periods.
- Will work in proximity to high-voltage equipment and battery chemicals under established safety protocols and with appropriate training/PPE.
- Must be available to respond on short notice to facility emergencies outside normal business hours.
Compensation and Benefits The salary range for this role is between $130,000- $160,000 year, with actual pay varying based on work location, experience, and skills. Our competitive benefits package includes:
- Flexible time off
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Strong 401(k) plan
- Equity opportunities
- Many great work perks
Join us to thrive in a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact in the energy sector.
