Junior Facility Engineer

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?

Railroad Friction Products Corporation designs and manufactures Cobra high-friction and low-friction composition brake shoes, specialty shoes, and disc brake linings for freight, locomotive and transit vehicles. 

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Railroad Friction Productions group/division, you will be responsible for multifaceted discipline focused on the optimization of the physical environment of an organization. It includes the design, construction, renovation, and maintenance of physical structures such as buildings, HVAC systems, Wastewater treatment system, electrical systems, plumbing, and other related infrastructure. A facilities engineer is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the physical environment of an organization, from design to maintenance. Facilities engineer will work with professionals such as contractors, architects, and subcontractors to ensure that facilities meet the organization’s needs.

What do we want to know about you?

• College degree in engineering, facilities management, or a related field or a minimum of 3 years' experience in an industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of building codes and regulations
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• A commitment to staying up to date with industry standards, best practices, and emerging trends in facility design and management.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD software
• In depth knowledge of electrical power wiring design principles

• Knowledge of the application and use of AC VFDs and other common electrical equipment
• Good technical writing skills
• Technical maintenance skills
• Ability to Present Issues / Opportunities to RFPC Staff
• Good Communication and Interaction Skills

What will your typical day look like?

• Inspecting buildings and facilities to identify any issues related to structural, electrical, plumbing, or other systems
• Creating and implementing preventive maintenance procedures for maintaining building infrastructure and equipment
• Monitoring systems performance and functionality, making recommendations for improvements or upgrades
• Coordinating with external contractors and internal teams for repair and maintenance works
• Mange external contractors while they are onsite
• Ensuring all facilities meet compliance with laws and regulations
• Monitoring consumption and manage efforts to reduce energy usage and cost
• Managing waste disposal and recycling systems
• Respond to various facility related problems
• Manage wastewater pre-treatment system
• Conduct monthly inspections of fire sprinkler system, fire alarm system, and emergency lighting system
• Documenting procedures, incidents, maintenance activities and keeping an inventory of all building components and equipment
• Addressing emergency issues promptly and coordinating swift responses
• Facilities engineer will be knowledgeable of structural code requirements
• Work closely with Director of Transformation on facility expansion projects, layouts, and quality controls
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations such as air permit, wastewater management, waste disposal, building codes, EHS standards
• Work with vendors to order replacement parts as needed
• Work with others at RFPC regarding design and installation of RFPC facility capital improvement projects.

What about the Work Environment and Physical Demands of the job?
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

• Work environment will include office, test and manufacturing areas.
• Occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and extreme heat.
• The noise level in the work environment (outside of the office) is usually moderate.

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