Sr. Facilities Engineer

We awaken the world with energy.

LG Energy Solution is the global leader in lithium-ion battery technology for electric vehicles and energy storage solutions.  Located in Queen Creek, Arizona, LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is LG Group's first cylindrical battery manufacturer in North America, leading the widespread distribution of electric vehicles with the most advanced battery technology in the world.

Join us as we inspire our talent with growth, challenge, action and collaboration to Empower Every Possibility!

Summary:

The Sr. Engineer, Facilities is responsible for managing and overseeing the utility systems at the battery plant. This includes managing critical infrastructure such as electrical, water, air systems, steam and HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning) in order to ensure their optimal performance so they support production processes. The role requires technical expertise to guide a team of utility technicians, troubleshoot issues, and ensure that all utilities meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the functions, maintenance and repair of all utility systems such as electricity, water, gas and steam
• Manage preventative maintenance programs for utilities and building systems; issue maintenance contracts as needed to support production operations
• Provide technical information, engineering support and project management in capacity and facilities planning & modification
• Select and coordinate with contractors and vendors for building repairs, modifications and new construction projects
• Coordinate maintenance work requests and purchase the necessary tools and materials
• Approve, coordinate and complete work orders for building systems and maintaining utilities
• Diagnose and resolve emergency situations related to utility systems that may affect battery production
• Communicate directly with production departments to coordinate preventative maintenance and any troubleshooting within in the plant
• Mentor and train new team members
• Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards
• Sort, Set-in-order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
• Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
• Ensure work is completed in a safe manner and maintain a safe work environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 years of facilities experience in production/plant environment
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in engineering or related field preferred, or equivalent work experience
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) experience preferred, not required
• Six Sigma certification preferred, not required
• Experience with DOE (Design of experiments) preferred, not required
• Experience with CAD (Computer-aided design) and coding preferred, not required
• Must be able to properly and regularly utilize the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for a period of up to 12 hours
• Safety glasses
• Steel-toed shoes
• Must be able to do perform the following over the course of up to 12 hours per day Lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds on occasion
• Stoop, twist, bend
• Reach overhead
• Stand for lengthy periods

Skills:

• Troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Facilities data analysis and processing

Why should you work here?

1. Growth - You are a self-driven individual who seeks and captures the opportunities for growth we offer by acquiring and solving tasks.

2. Challenge - You reach beyond expectations and strive for innovative methods beyond the traditional.

3. Action - You are driven, take initiative, can execute decisions with agility and fulfill tasks to completion. 

4. Collaboration - You are enthusiastic about teamwork while respecting the different backgrounds and experience of colleagues.

EEO Statement

LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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