Facilities Engineering Manager (Chicago)

CES/AWS is looking for an Engineering Facilities Manager for our Automotive Manufacturer Client.

• Location: Chicago, IL
• Salary : $120-130k + 12% bonus
• Shift: Day shift
• Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire position
• Industry: Automotive / Warehousing

About the Role

We are seeking a strategic, hands-on Engineering & Facilities Manager to lead all engineering, maintenance, and facilities operations within our manufacturing site. This position plays a critical role in ensuring equipment reliability, optimizing processes, and maintaining infrastructure to support safe, efficient, and high-quality production.

This role reports directly to the Plant Manager and is a key member of the Plant Operations leadership team.

What You’ll Do

Leadership & Strategy

• Provide direction for Engineering, Maintenance, and Facilities teams
• Oversee all manufacturing equipment, tooling, and plant infrastructure
• Lead facilities operations including utilities, building systems, and grounds

Safety & Compliance

• Promote a strong safety-first culture across all operations
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal safety standards
• Drive continuous improvement in workplace safety and incident reduction

Team & Department Management

• Manage staffing, budgets, performance metrics, and resource planning
• Conduct performance evaluations and develop team capabilities
• Foster collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement

Maintenance & Operations

• Ensure execution of preventive maintenance and equipment readiness
• Maintain technical expertise across equipment and facility systems
• Oversee CMMS performance and maintenance planning

Program Launch & Execution

• Lead cross-functional teams through launch readiness processes
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Program teams
• Ensure successful implementation of new programs and equipment

Engineering Change & Development

• Oversee Engineering Change Management (ECM) processes
• Support product and process development for manufacturability and efficiency
• Drive improvements in cost, quality, and production performance

Continuous Improvement

• Lead initiatives to improve efficiency, throughput, and reliability
• Implement best practices, new technologies, and process enhancements

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field
• 5+ years of management experience in automotive manufacturing
• Experience in Just-In-Time (JIT) assembly and sequencing operations preferred
• Strong knowledge of AIAG Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC)
• Experience managing CMMS systems and maintenance operations
• Hands-on experience with automation (robotics, conveyors, fastening systems)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, and MS Office
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

If you are interested, please apply or send your resume to [email protected]

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