Facilities Engineer

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced lightweight composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and engineered core and composite structures. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices, and R&D centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within.”

Hexcel is currently seeking a Facilities Engineer for our Kent, WA, USA location. 

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, this role is critical to supporting site-wide facilities engineering at a major manufacturing plant. The successful candidate will manage external engineering resources, lead design reviews, prepare bid packages, oversee projects, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Summary pay range:  $77,968 - $130,228 annual salary.
 

The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

• Provide technical/engineering support of all operational and administrative departments, site maintenance and facilities operations to achieve optimal efficiency in manufacturing and site operations respectively. Ensure the expedient repair of facility-wide failures, and the effective maintenance of electrical, chiller, hot oil, oxidizer, and compressed air equipment to prevent failure and minimize down time.
• Research and develop planned enhancements for future mechanical acquisitions and stay current with new technologies and procedures.
• Provide overall project management of new installations and upgrades of existing systems. Arrange contract services for internal maintenance of equipment, coordinate scheduling and manage expenditures of those contracts or agreements.
• Provide basic internal engineering for limited electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic applications.
• Participate in original design and upgrades of control systems and operating process equipment such as pumps, HVAC, air compressors, cooling towers, emissions control equipment, etc.
• Provide engineering and technical expertise to support loss prevention recommendations sited throughout facilities. Participate in original design and upgrades of alarm and security systems. Coordinate plant security operations.
• Model safe working habits and champion safety in the workplace by supporting and actively engaging in the safety and environmental culture at Hexcel.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with coursework in engineering, required.
• Minimum three years engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, facilities engineering preferred. A combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook) and AutoCAD or equivalent software.
• Proven project management skills in a manufacturing (CAPEX 360 preferred) setting.
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) software and multi-axis machining centers a plus.
• Physically able to move around the production facility, standing and/or sitting for long periods of time.
• Able to lift materials up to 35 pounds on occasion.
• Possesses manual dexterity to operate tools and equipment.
   

At Hexcel, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

Hexcel also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Eligible candidates must be a:  U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as protected veteran, or any other protected class.