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Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Utility Engineer – HVAC & Chilled/Cooling Water to oversee the planning, design, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of HVAC, chilled water, and cooling water systems supporting a high-volume manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

Maintenance Planning & Management

Develop and manage annual maintenance plans and budgets for HVAC, chilled water, and cooling water systems

Plan and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance activities

Track maintenance performance and system reliability

Coordinate equipment repairs, upgrades, and renovation activities

Initiate purchase requests and manage required parts and services

Investment & Project Management

Develop annual capital investment plans and budgets for utility system upgrades and expansions

Review mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and facility documentation

Identify opportunities to improve system efficiency and reliability

Prepare technical specifications, construction documents, and RFQs

Manage utility projects from planning through completion

Monitor project schedules, budgets, quality, and performance

Facility Inspection & Technical Support

Conduct daily, monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc inspections

Identify, diagnose, and resolve HVAC and cooling system abnormalities

Troubleshoot and optimize equipment including:

Chillers

AHUs

RTUs

Cooling Towers

Pumps

Heat Exchangers

Piping Systems

Valves and related utility equipment

Develop and maintain operating procedures, maintenance manuals, and technical documentation

Track system reliability and corrective actions

Energy Management

Monitor and analyze energy consumption of HVAC and cooling systems

Identify and implement energy-saving opportunities

Develop process and equipment optimization initiatives

Track and report monthly energy and cost reduction results

Regulatory & Safety Compliance

Ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and safety standards

Support governmental inspections and regulatory audits

Coordinate inspections involving safety valves, pressure vessels, and related equipment

Support internal and external audits, including PSM and ISO-related activities

Address corrective actions and ensure timely completion

Construction & Contractor Management

Supervise HVAC and cooling water installation, renovation, and expansion projects

Coordinate contractors, vendors, manufacturers, and subcontractors

Inspect materials, installation quality, and workmanship

Ensure projects are completed according to approved specifications, schedules, and safety requirements

Emergency Response

Support emergency response planning for utility and facility-related incidents

Participate in emergency drills involving power outages, natural disasters, and hazardous material releases

Provide technical support during urgent utility-related issues

Cross-Functional Leadership

Lead utility-related activities and projects across multiple stakeholders

Provide technical guidance to utility supervisors, operators, contractors, and vendors

Work closely with Production, Equipment, Controls, Safety, and Facility teams

Communicate with customers, suppliers, manufacturers, and other external partners

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC, Chemical Engineering, or a related field

3–5 years of hands-on experience with HVAC and cooling system design, operation, and maintenance

Manufacturing experience strongly preferred

Experience in clean room, dry room, automotive, EV battery, electronics, or similar manufacturing environments preferred

Working-level English proficiency

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Nice to have

HVAC-related certification or license

Chilled/Cooling Water system experience or certification

Professional Engineer (PE) license or related certification

Experience with AutoCAD or similar engineering software

Experience reading and preparing mechanical drawings and P&IDs

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of HVAC and chilled/cooling water systems

Strong understanding of:

Steam boilers and steam systems

Chilled and cooling water systems

Compressed air systems

Hydraulic systems

HVAC systems

Piping systems

Pumps and blowers

Knowledge of industrial utility equipment including:

Boilers

Blowers

AHUs

RTUs

Air compressors

Chillers

Cooling towers

Pumps

Valves

Ability to troubleshoot mechanical utility systems

Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, mechanical drawings, diagrams, and technical documentation

Ability to develop and update operating procedures, specifications, standards, checklists, and maintenance manuals

Understanding of preventive and corrective maintenance practices

Understanding of construction cost, budgeting, bidding, and contract processes

Ability to evaluate technical alternatives and solve utility-related problems

Ability to lead projects and coordinate multiple stakeholders

Work Authorization

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Employment visa sponsorship is not available

Physical & Work Environment

Primarily an on-site manufacturing and office environment

Regular access to production, utility, maintenance, and construction areas

Company-provided uniform and PPE required as applicable

PPE may include safety shoes, hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, gas detection equipment, gloves, and protective clothing

Additional respiratory and chemical protection may be required in designated areas

Noise levels may exceed 90 dB in compressor areas

Certain utility areas may reach temperatures of approximately 104–122°F

Potential exposure to industrial oils, NMP, water-treatment chemicals, and lubricants

Ability to work in clean room, dry room, utility, and production environments

Occasional off-hours or emergency response may be required

Utility Engineer – HVAC & Chilled/Cooling Water

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