Job Description

The Facilities Mechanical Engineer is responsible for supporting the operation, maintenance, and improvement of building mechanical systems and infrastructure, with additional involvement in industrial automation and control systems within a manufacturing environment. The role ensures reliable facility performance while also contributing to automation, equipment controls, and production support initiatives.

Key Responsibilities Facilities & Mechanical Systems
• Support operation, maintenance, and optimization of building mechanical systems, including HVAC and industrial cooling systems
• Assemble and disassemble industrial mechanical equipment as needed for installation, maintenance, or upgrades
• Update and maintain building mechanical drawings and technical documentation
• Develop and implement a structured building inspection and preventive maintenance system
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors; request and evaluate quotes for facility related work
• Provide technical input, specifications, and recommendations to internal stakeholders and external partners
• Support compliance and continuous improvement activities, including ISO 50001 energy management

Automation & Controls Support
• Design, develop, and support automation systems used in production and facility related processes
• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron)
• Commission and support automated equipment, control systems, and related infrastructure
• Support control system tuning for machinery and, where applicable, robotic or automated cells
• Collaborate with equipment suppliers, system integrators, and production teams during installation and troubleshooting
• Maintain technical documentation, including electrical schematics and control system records
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (OEE, Lean Manufacturing, Industry 4.0 concepts)

Project & Operational Support
• Organize and support project reviews, measurements, and technical documentation updates
• Initiate and manage purchase requests (PRs), approvals, and cash advances
• Support cross-functional problem-solving related to facility and automation issues
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for equipment and system failures

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Experience with HVAC systems and industrial cooling systems (required)
• Experience in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron or similar)
• Ability to read, interpret, and update mechanical and electrical drawings
• Hands-on experience with industrial mechanical equipment assembly/disassembly
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and coordination skills
• Ability to work in a manufacturing or production environment Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in industrial automation or controls engineering