About the Role
The Facilities Engineer is responsible for supporting the operation, maintenance, and lifecycle management of facility electrical systems, including MV/LV distribution, backup power, lighting, and utility-related assets. The role ensures safe, reliable, and efficient operations through maintenance optimization, vendor coordination, and troubleshooting, while maintaining compliance with engineering standards and achieving defined KPIs.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Support the full lifecycle management of electrical assets, including commissioning, operation, maintenance, and decommissioning.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date asset registers, single-line diagrams (SLDs), and technical documentation.
- Contribute to reliability programs, PM/CM strategies, and FMEA implementation.
- Monitor the performance of MV/LV systems, including switchgear, transformers, RMUs, and distribution panels.
- Ensure the readiness of backup power systems (generators, UPS, ATS) through routine testing.
- Investigate electrical faults and support root cause analysis (RCA) to prevent recurrence.
- Coordinate and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
- Monitor contractor performance against agreed KPIs and SLAs.
- Provide day-to-day troubleshooting and technical support to operations teams.
- Support energy monitoring, metering, and reporting initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency and optimize electrical loads.
- Contribute to OPEX reduction through improved system performance.
- Ensure strict adherence to electrical safety requirements, including LOTO, grounding, and arc flash protection.
- Participate in audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance activities.
- Support risk assessments and the implementation of mitigation plans.
- Review technical submittals, method statements, and maintenance reports for accuracy and compliance.
- Ensure maintenance activities comply with O&M manuals and contractual scope.
- Coordinate with OEMs and vendors to resolve system issues and implement upgrades.
- Support testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
- Assist in the delivery of retrofit, upgrade, and expansion projects.
- Contribute to system optimization and continuous performance improvement initiatives.
Skills:
- Strong knowledge of MV/LV electrical systems and industrial power distribution.
- Solid understanding of generators, UPS, ATS, and backup power systems.
- Ability to read and interpret SLDs, schematics, and layout drawings.
- Working knowledge of CMMS platforms and maintenance planning.
- Understanding of protection systems and electrical testing practices.
- Knowledge of electrical safety standards (LOTO, IEC, NFPA).
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and vendor coordination skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel for reporting and tracking.
Minimum Qualification:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent engineering discipline.
- 2–5 years of electrical engineering experience in industrial or large-scale facility environments.
- Proven hands-on experience in the operation and maintenance of MV/LV electrical systems.
- Working experience with maintenance contracts (AMC/O&M) and vendor management.
- Practical experience in electrical testing and commissioning activities.
- Sound knowledge of energy management practices and electrical compliance standards.
- Preferred: Prior experience in manufacturing plants or large-scale industrial facilities.
Compensation & Benefits:
A comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays; paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, while salaried/exempt employees accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. Eligible employees may also participate in an equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results.
Equal Opportunity:
Committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Accessibility:
Committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process.
Candidate Data Privacy:
By submitting your application, you agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with the Candidate Privacy Notice.
Agency Note:
Unsolicited resumes from agencies are not accepted and will not be responsible for any fees related to such submissions.
