Facilities Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY The Facilities Engineer is responsible for supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing facilities through engineering expertise, project management, continuous improvement initiatives, and asset reliability programs. This position partners with operations, maintenance, environmental, and safety teams to optimize plant performance, improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and support capital improvement projects. The Facilities Engineer plays a key role in supporting Hunt Forest Products' commitment to operational excellence, employee safety, environmental stewardship, and sustainable manufacturing practices. The position assists in developing and implementing engineering solutions that improve productivity, reduce operating costs, enhance energy efficiency, and support long-term facility growth. Duties include, but are not limited to: Engineering & Reliability • Support the reliability, maintainability, and operational effectiveness of plant equipment and infrastructure. • Analyze equipment performance and recommend improvements to maximize uptime and production efficiency. • Assist in the development and implementation of preventive and predictive maintenance programs. • Conduct root cause failure analysis and participate in corrective action planning for equipment failures. • Evaluate manufacturing processes and implement engineering solutions to improve safety, quality, throughput, and cost performance. • Monitor and optimize utility systems including electrical distribution, compressed air, hydraulic systems, process water systems, and facility infrastructure. Capital Projects • Manage and support capital projects from concept development through installation and startup. • Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and technical specifications. • Coordinate project activities with operations, maintenance personnel, vendors, contractors, and engineering consultants. • Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. • Support facility expansions, equipment upgrades, automation initiatives, and infrastructure improvements. Automation & Process Controls • Assist with industrial control systems, PLCs, process automation, instrumentation, and networking infrastructure. • Support process optimization through data collection, analysis, and digital technologies. • Participate in troubleshooting and improvement of automated manufacturing systems. • Identify opportunities to leverage technology for improved production performance and equipment reliability. Safety & Environmental Compliance • Promote Hunt Forest Products' culture of safety through active participation in EHS programs and initiatives. • Identify hazards, assess risks, and develop engineering controls to mitigate safety concerns. • Support compliance with OSHA, environmental regulations, company policies, and industry best …