Facility Engineer - Kohler : Job Details

**Facility Engineer**

_Work Mode: Onsite_

**Opportunity**

To provide support to facilities in establishing maintenance programs, implement maintenance best practices, and improve those in previously established locations. Analyzing, recommend and implement cost initiatives and document results in maintenance reliability. To work hand in hand with maintenance personnel to maximize resources and protect company assets. To support all aspects of KSMS Tier I, II, III and IV achievement goals and objectives with resources necessary to complete all levels. The Supervisor is to ensure all areas they manage are implementing and sustaining all initiatives of KSMS safety standards. The individual needs to ensure that their areas of responsibility are always operating under the absolute safest working environment for its associates and their activities.

**Specific Responsibilities**

-To analyze, recommend and implement cost savings opportunities within the Maintenance division to fully utilize company resources, assets, and maintenance personnel.

-Develop equipment or system modifications for recommendation to management that will provide reliability, safety, and/or reduced operating cost.

-Designs and develops new/unique repair methods, procedures, special equipment, innovative test procedures, and analysis of failure.

-Prepare diagrams, charts, drawings, calculations, and reports to avoid maintenance delay and make recommendations for improvement.

-Work with planner to establish Preventive Maintenance Procedures in the CMMS Maintenance system including standards, frequency of work, material, tools, etc.

-Initiates engineering studies into equipment/process repair time.

-Responsible for the design and planning of the facility equipment including but not limited to chillers, boilers, air handling units and exhaust fans.

-Supports utility budgets, provides design input and project reviews, and completes Electrical Engineering Designs.

-Responsible for preparation of various forms of facility project documentation, including CAD drawings for facility and equipment related modifications.

-Responsible for planning, designing, and coordinating facility, office, and production equipment layouts for economy of operation and maximum utilization of facilities and equipment.

-Reviews and estimates design costs including equipment, installation, labor, materials, preparation, and other related costs.

-Acts as engineering liaison with other disciplines and departments to ensure processes and designs are compatible.

-Responsible for all activities involving technical support including engineering designs, project designs, and construction support.

-Manage or assist on capital expenditure projects from design and conception, to fabrication, installation and commissioning. Will also manage the planning, scheduling, relocation, and refurbishment of equipment and machinery

-Record or report improvement opportunities to EHS when issues arise.

-Safety Responsibilities

-Employee's responsibilities include the following:

-Work in compliance with OH&S acts and regulations

-Use personal protective equipment and clothing as directed by the employer

-Report workplace hazards and dangers

-Work in a manner as required by the employer and use the prescribed safety equipment

-Employees have the following three basic rights:

-Right to refuse unsafe work

-Right to participate in the workplace health and safety activities through Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) or as a worker health and safety representative

-Right to know or the right to be informed about actual and potential dangers in the workplace

**Skills/Requirements**

- B.S. in Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree.

- Minimum 5 - 10 years' experience.

- Proficiency with ACAD.

- Knowledge of electrical building codes.

- Must have mechanical and structural background.

- Strong background and experience in the areas of HVAC (fan systems, central plant equipment, specialized exhaust systems, clean dry air, acid exhaust systems).

- Able to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic circuitry schematics.

- To stand out, an electrical degree, an electrical or HVAC license or certification, and Programmable Logic Controls experience are preferred.

**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**

_The salary range for this position is $73,400 - $92,500. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k._

**Why Choose Kohler?**

We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

**About Us**

It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.