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Slate Auto · 3 weeks ago

Civil/Structural Engineer, Facilities

Warsaw, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$125K/yr - $145K/yr

Slate Auto is dedicated to building safe and affordable vehicles while promoting reindustrialization in the USA. They are seeking a skilled Civil/Structural Engineer to lead the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of their facilities, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards while supporting new automotive vehicle projects.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturing

Hiring Manager

Michael Micola

Responsibilities

Prioritize safety above all to protect team members, partners, and customers

Plan, design, and supervise construction and maintenance of facilities, with a focus on supporting the launch of new automotive vehicle projects

Collaborate with manufacturing engineering teams, architects, contractors, and other collaborators to develop and implement facility projects in alignment with vehicle launch schedules

Run facility and utility improvement projects, Pilot vehicle office and shop facility specific to the unique requirements of manufacturing, from conceptualization to completion

Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance and repair needs in manufacturing processes and coordinate necessary actions

Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for critical systems and equipment supporting automotive production

Manage facility and utility budgets, ensuring optimization of costs for maintenance and improvement projects related to manufacturing

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to facilities, with a particular emphasis on manufacturing safety standards

Be responsible for security systems and protocols to safeguard the facility, with consideration for the security requirements of manufacturing

Collaborate with cross-functional teams within the manufacturing engineering organization to address facility-related needs and requirements for automotive vehicle launches

Maintain relationships with external vendors and service providers, especially those contributing to manufacturing facility projects

Implement energy conservation initiatives and sustainable practices specific to automotive manufacturing facilities

Provide technical expertise and support for facility-related issues in the context of launching new automotive vehicles

Develop and maintain facility documentation, including blueprints, manuals, and records, with a focus on the unique requirements of automotive manufacturing

Qualification

Civil EngineeringFacility ManagementComputer-Aided Design (CAD)Project ManagementLean ManufacturingBuilding Codes KnowledgeEnergy Conservation PracticesFacility Management CertificationCommunicationOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Facility Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field (Professional Engineer (PE) license and advance degree is a plus)

Shown experience as a Facility Engineer or in a similar role, with a track record of optimally supporting automotive vehicle launches

Solid understanding of lean manufacturing continues improvement, facility management principles and standard processes, especially in an automotive manufacturing context

Experience in project management, including planning, budgeting, and execution, with a focus on automotive manufacturing facility projects

Excellent organizational and multitasking skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to solve and address facility-related issues promptly, specifically those impacting automotive manufacturing processes

Familiarity with building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards relevant to automotive manufacturing facilities

Proficiency in using computer-aided design (CAD) software

Knowledge of energy conservation practices and sustainability initiatives in the context of automotive manufacturing

Experience with facilities in automotive manufacturing or similar industrial settings

Understanding of utility feeds and utility management