Facilities Maintenance Engineer
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This position plans, directs, and coordinates the repair and operation of the facilities and equipment serviced by outside & inside resources, e.g. overhead cranes, forklifts, etc. allowing the Morgantown site to meet delivery commitments, all quality and fixed practice requirements and financial commitments, to reach safety goals, and to continuously improve their operations
Essentials Functions:
- Schedules and monitors the work of various outside resources in the repair and maintenance of equipment and building structure, ground maintenance, drainage systems, water, and sewer systems
- Responsible for the effective operation of the following equipment and systems: overhead cranes, mobile equipment, compressed air systems, emergency generators, bulk gas systems, process gases, water treatment systems, water/sewer systems, cleaning services, grounds services, snow removal, building structural, security systems, fire suppression equipment, scales, chains & slings, overhead doors, propane & diesel fuel
- Develops standard operating and manufacturing procedures as related to facilities & applicable equipment
- Maintains departmental budget to achieve cost management goals, and initiate or participate in cost reduction and/or profit improvement programs
- Generates, participates in, and manages various projects related to site capacity expansions, new technology, and/or equipment-based process improvements
- Collaborates with plant personnel and outside resources to set-up and maintain an effective preventive maintenance program; identifies and partners with several outside resources
- Drafts reports documenting operational performance, achievements, projects, training, and maintenance repairs
- Applies continuous improvement efforts and activities to processes, equipment and maintenance
- Enters requisitions into SAP
- Work closely with purchasing for bids and quotes to ensure best value for cost
Education and Experience:
- 4 year degree in mechanical/electrical fields preferred
- 10-15 years in manufacturing experience.
- 10+ years of increasing responsibilities within an industrial manufacturing organization.
- 10+ years of hands on mechanical skill
- Strong leadership skills; demonstrated competency in the supervisory and technical skills required to fulfill the position’s responsibilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work with personnel at all organizational levels.
- Strong computer skills (MS Office).
Relocation is authorized for this position.
Freqently Asked Questions
In Morgantown, Facilities Maintenance Engineers often rely on a mix of internal expertise and trusted outside contractors to rapidly address urgent failures in critical systems like overhead cranes and emergency generators, ensuring minimal downtime and adherence to safety protocols common in Pennsylvania’s industrial settings.
Local employers, including Titanium Metals Corporation, value certifications such as OSHA safety training and mechanical or electrical licenses, which enhance credibility and align with Pennsylvania’s regulatory standards for facility safety and maintenance excellence.
Mastery in mechanical and electrical systems, hands-on maintenance skills, and the ability to manage diverse maintenance projects are critical. Professionals should also develop leadership capabilities to coordinate teams and optimize operational performance in complex industrial environments.
Advancing from this role often involves stepping into supervisory positions like Facilities Maintenance Manager or Engineering Maintenance Manager, focusing on strategic resource management, budget oversight, and large-scale operational improvements within manufacturing or industrial sectors.
Daily tasks include coordinating repairs for equipment like forklifts and cranes, overseeing preventive maintenance programs, managing vendor interactions, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards, all while maintaining accurate documentation and budget management.
Yes, employees work closely with plant personnel, purchasing, and external contractors to synchronize maintenance efforts, secure competitive bids, and implement continuous improvement initiatives that align with corporate financial and safety objectives.
This role uniquely blends technical hands-on expertise with strategic project leadership, requiring deep mechanical skills alongside budget management and preventive maintenance program development, tailored to support Titanium Metals’ specific site operations and expansion plans.
Facilities Maintenance Engineers in Morgantown can expect salaries ranging from $75,000 to $95,000 annually, influenced by experience, certifications, and the scale of responsibilities, consistent with industrial maintenance compensation trends in Pennsylvania.
The demand remains steady due to ongoing industrial activity, but competition intensifies for candidates demonstrating extensive mechanical expertise and leadership skills, especially those familiar with complex facility systems and preventive maintenance strategies.
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