About the Role
The Facility Engineer serves as the technical leader for plant equipment, utilities, and infrastructure. This role is responsible for planning, maintaining, and upgrading production machinery and facility systems to ensure safety, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA). The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in equipment lifecycle management, energy optimization, understanding the process of how infrastructure can obtain government approval from the early beginning to win final acceptance certificate, and the ability to support bilingual communication (English/Mandarin) for global coordination.
Responsibilities
Infrastructure Project Management & Innovation
- Lead CAPEX projects such as solar installations, AGV upgrades, and facility infrastructure improvements, ensuring delivery within budget and timelines.
- Support digital transformation initiatives, including IoT monitoring systems and BIM modeling for smart facility management.
Infrastructure Permitting / Approval
- Lead infrastructure drawing/documentations preparation & review (AHJ Review).
- Submit to government & get the building permit application.
- Lead Final Acceptance / Certificate of TCO & CO.
Equipment Planning & Installation
- Lead equipment selection, installation, commissioning (FAT/SAT), and integration for new production lines.
- Design and optimize facility layouts, including logistics flow, utilities, and pipeline routes to support capacity expansion.
Maintenance & Reliability
- Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance plans using RCM methodologies.
- Improve equipment reliability by tracking and enhancing MTBF and MTTR performance.
Energy & Utilities Management
- Monitor and analyze plant-wide energy consumption (electricity, water) and implement energy-saving initiatives such as compressed air leak reduction and LED lighting upgrades.
- Oversee HVAC systems, compressed air, and wastewater treatment operations in compliance with EPA standards.
Compliance & Safety
- Ensure equipment and facility safety compliance, including OSHA machine-guarding standards and emergency stop systems.
- Conduct arc flash assessments and support electrical safety programs.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with production teams to troubleshoot equipment issues and reduce downtime.
- Coordinate contractor activities and inspections, including boilers, cranes, and pressure vessels.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial facilities and equipment management; automotive manufacturing experience preferred.
Certifications (Preferred)
- PMP (Project Management Professional)
- CEM (Certified Energy Manager)
- OSHA 30-Hour
Required Skills
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, CMMS systems, PLC fundamentals, and equipment diagnostics.
- Knowledge of LEED standards and ISO 50001 energy management systems.
- Strong bilingual communication skills: fluency in English required. Spanish and Chinese language capabilities preferred.
- Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities, capable of managing multiple projects and responding quickly to emergencies.
Preferred Skills
- Participation in 24/7 on-call rotation required for critical facility events.
- Work may involve exposure to heights, electrical systems, and industrial environments; full PPE (insulated boots, hard hats) required.
- Customer-specific training (e.g., Toyota TPS) will be provided post-hire.
Pay range and compensation package
Details regarding pay range or salary or compensation will be provided during the interview process.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
About the Company
Xinquan Texas Automotive Interiors, LLC is part of Xinquan Group, a global leader specializing in the design, manufacture, and sales of automotive interior and exterior trim system components and molds. Our headquarter is located in Changzhou, China. With over 10,000 employees worldwide, we offer the financial stability of an established global company and the entrepreneurial fire of a brand-new facility.
We are establishing our first US production plant in Austin, Texas, and we're launching a major hiring initiative to build our core team quickly! This is a once-in-a-career chance to get in on the ground floor of a state-of-the-art facility. You won't just be filling a role—you'll be a founding member who will design, implement, and define the culture and operating procedures for our entire US operation.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to have a direct, tangible impact on our success from day one, join us and help build the future of automotive manufacturing in Austin!
