Facilities Maintenance Engineer

  • MS Companies
  • Nashville, Tennessee
  • Full Time
FACILITIES MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

May 18, 2026

Nashville, TN

Pay Rate : $100,000.00

Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Engineer

Location: Nashville, TN - Relocation assistance available

Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

We are partnering with a manufacturing organization in the Nashville, TN area seeking a Facilities Maintenance Engineer to support plant infrastructure, maintenance reliability, utility systems, and capital improvement projects. This is a hands-on engineering role responsible for maximizing facility uptime, improving equipment reliability, managing contractors and vendors, and leading maintenance and infrastructure projects from concept through completion. The ideal candidate will have strong experience supporting industrial facility systems in a manufacturing environment and thrive in a fast-paced, solutions-driven operation focused on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related technical discipline

Minimum 5 years of experience supporting facilities maintenance or plant engineering within a manufacturing environment

Strong working knowledge of utility systems including Steam, HVAC, Compressed Air, Water Systems, Vacuum Systems, and general facility infrastructure

Experience managing maintenance projects, infrastructure upgrades, and CAPEX initiatives

Proven experience troubleshooting equipment failures and conducting root cause analysis

Experience working with preventive and predictive maintenance programs

Proficiency with CMMS/EAM systems such as Maximo

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing operations

Experience leading contractor and vendor management activities

Background in maintenance reliability and continuous improvement initiatives

Experience with 5S and maintenance excellence programs

Strong understanding of OSHA and EPA compliance standards

Experience developing maintenance SOPs and maintenance metrics

Strong project budgeting and financial analysis experience

Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting skills

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Support maintenance and reliability activities for facility infrastructure and utility systems

Lead troubleshooting efforts and coordinate repairs for facility and equipment failures

Manage facility improvement, refurbishment, and CAPEX projects from planning through execution

Develop preventive maintenance schedules and monitor maintenance compliance activities

Analyze maintenance and utility performance data to improve uptime and operational efficiency

Coordinate and oversee vendors, contractors, and service providers

Conduct root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for recurring issues

Support budget planning, project tracking, purchase orders, and maintenance reporting activities

Physical and Environment Requirements

Physical expectations and working conditions associated with the job may include standing, walking, climbing stairs, and working in both office and manufacturing plant environments for extended periods of time. Position may require occasional lifting up to 25-50 lbs, exposure to industrial equipment, utilities, varying temperatures, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Occasionally after-hours, weekend, or emergency support may be required based on plant operations and project demands.

Company Benefits & Culture

This organization offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative manufacturing environment focused on operational excellence, reliability, safety, and continuous improvement. Employees are provided with strong leadership support, career growth opportunities, and exposure to impactful facility and infrastructure projects.

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits

Stable, team-oriented manufacturing environment

Opportunity to lead impactful facility and capital improvement projects

Professional growth and advancement opportunities

Strong focus on safety, accountability, and operational excellence

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Job ID: 522467531
Originally Posted on: 5/26/2026

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