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The Enterprise Facilities Engineering Manager leads day-to-day engineering operations across Empower's global sites, working closely with Site Engineering to keep infrastructure systems running smoothly, safely, and efficiently. This role also plays a key part in driving capital projects and building strong partnerships with internal teams and external vendors. Regular travel--about 50% of the time--is expected, both within the U.S. and to Empower's international locations.
What you will do:
Provide oversight and guidance to the site engineers and technical staff across multiple regions to ensure all infrastructure, facility equipment and systems are maintained and preventive maintenance contracts are negotiated and in place
Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of capital and infrastructure projects globally
Manage preventive and corrective maintenance programs for critical systems, including HVAC, boilers/chillers, air handlers, generators, UPS systems, and electrical switchgear
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards across all facilities
Collaborate with the facility leaders to develop and manage global engineering budgets, including capital and operational expenditures
Drive stakeholder engagement and alignment engineering initiatives with business needs
Build and maintain strong vendor relationships; negotiate service contracts and ensure performance standards are met
Partner with IT, Security, and Project Management teams to support integrated infrastructure and space planning initiatives
Maintain accurate documentation, including OEM manuals, SOPs, and maintenance records
Drive continuous improvement in engineering practices, sustainability, and energy efficiency
What you will bring:
Bachelor's degree preferred, Associate or Technical degree required
Minimum 8 years of progressive engineering experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing multi-site or global operations
Deep knowledge of MEPF systems, electrical systems, HVAC, and building control/monitoring systems
Strong understanding of financial principles, including capital vs. expense accounting and asset amortization
Excellent project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk management
Proven experience managing large-scale capital projects and infrastructure upgrades
Demonstrated success in global or regional engineering roles across multiple countries or continents
What will set you apart:
Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent preferred
PMP or similar project management certification a plus
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels
Strong communication, negotiation, and vendor management skills
Proficiency with CMMS, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Project or similar tools
Culturally aware and experienced in working with diverse, international team
Location: The Facilities Engineering Manager can be located anywhere in the United States that allows for regular travel (primarily domestic) up to 40% of the Manager's time. Preferred locations include Denver, Boston, Milwaukee, and Overland Park/Kansas City.
***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***
What we offer you
We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.
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