Facilities Engineer
White Salmon, WA
Pay Range: $80K to $95K/year
Primary Purpose of Position
The Facilities & Equipment Engineer is responsible for the engineering, diagnosis, maintenance, repair and fabrication of facility systems and manufacturing equipment in a composite aerospace manufacturing environment. This individual works closely with the engineering team to analyze manufacturing-process issues (including root cause analysis and corrective actions) and supports both the operation and continual improvement of custom machinery, tooling and mechanical equipment. Indirect supervisory oversight of a small maintenance team and contractors as needed, but the primary focus is hands-on engineering, troubleshooting, fabrication and system improvement.
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
PTO after 1 year
401(k) – 4% employer match after 1 year
Bonus Eligible
Key Responsibilities (Engineering-Focused):
- Serve as the technical lead for troubleshooting and repairing critical production equipment and facility systems, including gearboxes, rigging, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, screw compressors, vacuum pumps, fluid pumps, autoclaves, ovens, lighting systems, HVAC/freezers, and general mechanical/electrical system components.
- Provide in-depth diagnostics (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and controls) on digital and analog systems, identify root causes, recommend and implement corrective actions, and track outcomes.
- Design, fabricate, assemble and commission new or modified equipment and tooling: include welding (TIG/MIG/Arc), hydraulic & pneumatic systems, controls wiring, instrumentation, machine frames, custom fixtures, and machine building.
- Develop, implement and maintain preventive maintenance programs and documentation for both facility systems and production equipment, including creation of plans, scheduling, records, and continuous improvement.
- Work cross-functionally with the engineering/design team, production operators, maintenance technicians and contractors to identify process improvement opportunities (productivity, quality, cost reduction) and support implementation of changes.
- Oversee or coordinate (as needed) external contractors for maintenance/repair or installation work, ensuring technical requirements, safety and schedule compliance.
- Mentor or provide technical guidance to maintenance technicians, repair crew or apprentices (if assigned), and occasionally serve in a supervisory capacity.
- Support facility infrastructure engineering needs (machinery foundations, utilities, building systems, lighting, HVAC, plumbing) as required in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Occasionally general fabrication, machining (manual mill/lathe/drill press), rigging, light carpentry or machine-building tasks consistent with the operational needs of the facility.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or heavy-industrial environment (preferably aerospace/composites) performing equipment maintenance, fabrication, or mechanical/electrical repairs — or a combination of technical school/college instruction plus hands-on work experience.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated ability to repair complex equipment (gearboxes, pumps, hydraulic/pneumatic systems).
- Experience reading and interpreting electrical drawings, wiring schematics, controls logic, instrumentation/data acquisition.
- Fabrication skills, including welding on steel/aluminum (TIG/MIG/Arc), assembly of custom equipment, and familiarity with machine building or tooling.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; ability to document work, generate reports and track maintenance data.
- Effective English communication skills (oral and written). Spanish is a plus.
- Ability to work primarily day shift, with occasional off-shift or weekend overtime as required to support production or critical repairs.
- Ability to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 75 lbs. and handle repetitive motions, as required in a manufacturing facility.
Preferred/Additional Skills
- PLC knowledge or controls experience preferred (training will be provided as needed).
- A limited electrical license (for facilities maintenance) is preferred.
- Prior experience in an aerospace/composites manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
- Prior supervisory or team-lead experience is a plus (but not required).
- Experience with manual machining equipment (mill, lathe, drill press) preferred.
- Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing metrics, continuous improvement, root-cause analysis or lean manufacturing principles.
Working Conditions
- Work is primarily indoors in a manufacturing facility environment with associated mechanical/electrical hazards.
- The position involves frequent interaction with production personnel, engineering, contractors and maintenance staff.
- The role includes decision-making, problem-analysis, teamwork, creativity, mentoring, and the ability to present/teach technical information.
- The statements above reflect general details necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and the level of knowledge and skill typically required. They are not an exhaustive listing of all duties; duties may be added or changed as needed.
Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements.
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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability and/or other protected categories. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodation(s) to qualified individuals with disabilities or needs, as required by law.
