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Facilities/Mechanical Engineer

Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing
life insurance, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Grand Rapids
140 Front Avenue Southwest (Show on map)
Jul 15, 2025

Description

Quality, Service, Collaboration, Courage. Do you exhibit these values and wish to be around others that do too? Are you interested in making a difference in your community and the world? Are you looking for a place where you can grow and learn in a diverse, community-minded culture? If these statements resonate with you, Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) welcomes you to apply to join our community of dedicated individuals improving lives every day.

Overview of this Position:

The Facilities/Mechanical Engineer assists the GRAM Engineering and Operations departments by specializing in facility and utility optimization and providing subject matter expertise on mechanical systems. Run projects and oversee construction activities. Demonstrate, build, and enforce the best practices for all engineering projects and functions within the facilities. Work closely with maintenance staff as SME to help coordinate inspections and repairs, as well as the testing and calibration of all instrumentation, electrical, and mechanical systems. Aid Engineering Manager in day-to-day facilities administration.

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, science, or technical discipline
  • 5+ years of prior experience in a facilities/mechanical engineer position
  • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Drafting, CAD, or blueprint reading experience/training
  • Must have proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Preferred Requirements:

  • 1+year experience in FDA regulated environment desired
  • HVAC or piping design experience highly desired
  • Excellent written and verbal skills. Technical writing knowledge beneficial

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

  • Provide technical support for HVAC and piping projects throughout GRAM, including assessing current building conditions, and determining appropriate recommended measures and designing and managing projects to address.
  • Responsible for the building automation and management systems, along with most mechanical and qualified utilities systems such as Water for Injection (WFI) and pure steam.
  • Manage projects, supervise construction activities, and prepare turnover documentation and as-built drawings.
  • Consult on HVAC system and equipment design for a wide range of projects, and work with other engineers, project managers, and construction professionals as needed to create and/or modify design parameters.
  • Write and edit Operation and Maintenance procedures for equipment and engineering processes.
  • Study equipment performance for facilities and utilities operation and make adjustments or devise enhancements to optimize.
  • Write user requirements specifications for systems and equipment.
  • Oversee corrective and preventive maintenance work in consult with maintenance staff.
  • Communicate with vendors and suppliers to arrange future work and/or follow up to obtain reports and data for completed work.
  • Coordinate with Engineering Manager on the implementation of capital projects.

Full job description available during formal interview process.

What Sets GRAM Apart from Other Employers:

MEDICAL BENEFITS starting day 1: Blue Cross Blue Shield medical and dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits are available to you and your family on your first day of work, with the company paying for 75% of the cost! Once eligible for the 401(k) program, all your contributions are immediately 100% vested, and you are immediately vested in GRAM contributions as well. We also offer generous off-shift premiums!

Paid VOLUNTEERISM starting day 1: GRAM encourages giving back to our community by offering 16 hours of paid volunteer time per calendar year!

PTO: Full-time employees accrue up to 13 days of time off per calendar year. You choose how to use this time for your vacation, sick, or mental health needs!

WELLNESS TIME OFF: Employees earn 1 hour of time off for every 30 hours worked to use how you choose.

PAID HOLIDAYS: We offer 10 paid holidays per calendar year with immediate eligibility!

PAY: Depends on Experience and is discussed during the interview process.

If you meet the required criteria listed above, GRAM welcomes you to apply today!
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