Facilities Technician
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 31, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 28, 2026. Goken Global scores B on the Alion truth index.
Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio (USA) with Engineering Centers in Pune, India and Yokohama, Japan, Goken is a global Engineering Services and Product Development company founded in 2004. We partner with OEMs and suppliers across the mobility space, as well as clients in non-mobility industries, to deliver innovative solutions and accelerate product development.
At Goken, we embrace our motto of “Time to Innovate” by pushing boundaries, cultivating entrepreneurial thinking, and empowering individuals who thrive on tackling challenges, embrace fresh ideas, and are driven to create solutions that shape the future. This mindset fuels our mission and empowers our teams to solve complex problems, deliver measurable value, and move our clients and industries forward.
Our Vision is to empower associates to drive innovation and lead meaningful change wherever it’s needed, ensuring we stay ahead of the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow. Our Mission is to build trust that fosters greatness in our people, excellence in our clients, and positive impact in the communities we serve.
Goken offers a competitive compensation structure and benefits that support professional growth and personal well-being. We also foster a culture built on high performance, collaboration, continuous improvement, and ongoing professional development.
Summary:
This role is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of facility infrastructure and prototype production-support equipment, while leading maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities.
Responsibilities:
- Own the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of a battery research/manufacturing facility and its supporting infrastructure.
- Maintain and troubleshoot critical facility systems including HVAC, dry rooms, electrical utilities, exhaust/abatement, compressed air, vacuum, and life-safety systems.
- Plan, coordinate, and track preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize uptime and facility reliability.
- Monitor facility performance, identify issues, and drive timely corrective actions to minimize operational disruptions.
- Manage contractors, vendors, facilities personnel, and service providers supporting maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and infrastructure projects.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and university requirements, including inspections, hazard mitigation, chemical handling, and emergency preparedness.
- Support equipment installation, commissioning, maintenance, and manufacturing operations by providing and coordinating required facility utilities and infrastructure.
- Maintain documentation, procedures, training programs, and stakeholder communications regarding facility status, maintenance activities, risks, and operational readiness.
Qualifications:
- Minimum High school diploma or GED
- 3+ years of experience working as a Facilities Technician with technical equipment in a laboratory, manufacturing, or pilot-scale production environment.
- Hands-on experience with equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, or calibration.
- Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical systems and safe operating practices.
- Familiarity with industrial or research safety procedures, including chemical handling, PPE use, hazard identification, and lockout/tagout.
- Comfortable and experienced in working at heights, including inspecting and maintaining rooftop equipment (exhaust fans, chillers, etc.)
- Ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics, and operating procedures.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
- Ability to be proactive and work independently, manage multiple tasks, and adapt to evolving project needs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate's degree in engineering technology, mechanical/electrical technology, industrial systems, or related technical field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Experience working in dry room, cleanroom, or controlled-environment facilities.
- Experience maintaining pilot-scale or industrial machinery (mixers, coaters, vacuum systems, pumps, mechanical and electrical systems).
- Certification or formal training in maintenance, safety, or industrial systems.
Goken is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and engaging workplace across all global locations. We value diversity and provide equal opportunities for career growth and professional development, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.