Sr. Facilities Engineer

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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.

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• 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?

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

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

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

• 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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