Senior Manager of Facility Engineering

Senior Manager Of Facility Engineering

This long-established U.S. manufacturer designs and produces critical electrical infrastructure solutions that support power reliability and grid modernization. The organization is known for its strong engineering culture, significant investment in operations, and commitment to innovation, safety, and continuous improvement.

Job Description

Facilities & Capital Projects

• Lead facility expansion, renovation, infrastructure, and equipment-related capital projects.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, contractors, and execution activities from concept through completion.
• Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and external vendors to deliver successful project outcomes.
• Ensure projects align with business objectives, operational requirements, and long-term growth plans.

Engineering & Operational Improvement

• Develop and implement strategies to improve facility and process reliability, performance, and efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve productivity, and optimize manufacturing support systems.
• Support manufacturing operations through engineering solutions related to utilities, building systems, and production infrastructure.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for operational challenges.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop engineering and facilities personnel.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Build organizational capability through coaching, training, succession planning, and talent development.
• Establish clear goals, performance expectations, and operational priorities.

Continuous Improvement

• Champion Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and other operational excellence initiatives.
• Standardize processes and implement best practices across facilities and engineering functions.
• Utilize data and performance metrics to measure results and drive decision-making.
• Lead change management efforts supporting business growth and operational transformation.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote a strong safety-first culture throughout all facility and project activities.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, local codes, industry standards, and corporate policies.
• Support incident investigations, corrective actions, and risk mitigation efforts.
• Maintain compliance with engineering, construction, permitting, and environmental requirements.

Budget & Performance Management

• Develop and manage capital and operating budgets.
• Prioritize resources to maximize return on investment and achieve business objectives.
• Monitor departmental KPIs and communicate progress, risks, and mitigation plans to leadership.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of engineering, manufacturing, facilities, construction, or industrial operations experience.
• Prior leadership experience managing teams, projects, and operational initiatives.
• Proven success leading capital projects, facility improvements, and operational performance programs.
• Strong project management, budgeting, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working in manufacturing, industrial, or production environments.

Technical Knowledge Experience with several of the following:

• Facility infrastructure and site development
• Mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems
• Construction and contractor management
• Utilities and plant support systems
• Automation, controls, and PLC systems
• Industrial process equipment
• Electrical and mechanical infrastructure
• Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
• Engineering design, cost estimating, permitting, and project execution

Preferred

• Master's degree in Engineering or Business Administration.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration.
• Experience with CAD software, Oracle HCM, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office Suite.

What's on Offer

• Permanent Senior Manager Of Facility Engineering position in Chicago.
• Salary range of $160,000 to $210,000 or higher based on credentials.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Employee stock options/profit sharing plan.
• Excellent 401k plan.
• Annual bonus