Lead Facilities Engineer

Role Overview

This position focuses on leading the planning, procurement, installation, and commissioning of automated material handling equipment and industrial tooling within manufacturing environments. The candidate will manage end-to-end project execution-including budget control, vendor management, cross-functional team coordination, and integration of technologies like AGVs, AMRs, and Automated Fork Trucks (AFT)-to ensure safe, cost-effective, and timely launches.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Execution

  • Develop detailed project plans, schedules, concept designs, and budgets for specialized equipment and automation systems.

  • Implement automated material handling equipment (AGVs, AMRs, and Automated Fork Trucks) by identifying technologies, analyzing facility/safety constraints, and authoring specifications for suppliers.

  • Collaborate with materials strategy teams to design and develop standard and custom material handling solutions.

  • Coordinate cross-functional teams spanning engineering, operations, maintenance, and external contractors.

  • Monitor overall project progress, assess technical and schedule risks, and execute proactive mitigation strategies.

• Procurement & Vendor Management

  • Source, evaluate, and select suppliers for all material handling equipment and tooling requirements.

  • Negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms to drive cost-effective procurement.

  • Manage vendor relationships and enforce compliance with technical specifications, safety guidelines, and quality standards.

• Installation & Commissioning

  • Provide build prints and technical documentation to installation teams.

  • Oversee on-site installation, integration, testing, and commissioning of material handling systems.

  • Ensure strict compliance with regulatory requirements and workplace safety standards during installation phases.

  • Validate operational equipment performance prior to official handover to production operations.

• Budget & Reporting

  • Track and manage project costs to maintain strict alignment with approved budgets.

  • Prepare and present concise project status reports for management and key stakeholders.

  • Drive continuous improvement methodologies in project execution, equipment efficiency, and cost reduction.