Architectural Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Architectural Engineer in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for applying engineering principles and techniques to optimize the facility in a manufacturing environment to meet organizational objectives which includes ensuring proper installations, renovations and maintenance of facility systems to minimize production delays, leading facility improvement projects, developing robust facility maintenance plans, implementing network solutions for facility capability monitoring and ensuring compliance with workplace safety, health and other regulatory requirements.

Essential Functions

Apply engineering principles/techniques to optimize the facility engineering in a manufacturing environment to meet organizational objectivesCollaborate with senior leadership, process engineers, industrial engineers, automation engineers and design engineers to establish facility requirements necessary to support future growthAnalyze contractor proposals for compliance to facility growth requirements, regulatory requirements, capacity needs, system scalability, serviceability, cost controls and suggest alternative solutionsEnsure proper installations, renovations and maintenance of facilities to minimize production delaysLead facility improvement projectsAdopt new technologies to improve facility systems including, but not limited to, factory temperature/humidity regulation, compressed air supply, liquid/gaseous nitrogen supply, oxygen monitoring, air particle reduction/cleanroom, conductive flooring, wastewater treatment, electrical & plumbing systems, lead abatement, etc.Determine equipment/facility specifications meet a facility's needs or standardsPrepare budgets and analyze project costsUnderstand manufacturing requirements/specifications to design and oversee implementation of facility expansion, layouts, various systems, and quality controlsEnsure compliance with relevant regulations, building codes, and health/safety standardsPrepare reports and compliance documentationInform senior leadership of facility and utility specifications to support decision-makingRecommend/oversee contractors handling construction and maintenance tasksPredict problems or risks and develop plans to avoid or mitigate themDetermine project timelines and time constraintsDetermine space requirements for various functions and plan or improve production methods including layout, lean production flow, tooling and production equipment, material, fabrication, assembly methods and staffing requirementsPartner with site-wide facilities team to develop and implement robust preventive maintenance programs for manufacturing facilities and mechanical systemsImplement network solutions to monitor facility performance data to establish good control parametersAssist in planning and tracking all maintenance work and investigate root cause of facilities failuresLead continuous improvement projects and explore opportunities for additional improvement projectsMaintain quality assurance system related to facility maintenance, operational systems and facility infrastructure to ascertain and improve operational efficienciesConduct regular inspections of facilities to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with local and federal regulationsIdentify opportunities to improve energy efficiency and sustainabilityMaintain accurate records of maintenance and repair activities, as well as expenses/budgetingEnsure compliance with workplace safety, health and other regulatory requirementsMonitor on-going operational costsReview and maintaining logbooks for completion of maintenance tasksCommunicate with planning and design staff concerning new product introduction and assure sufficient facility resources exist to supportEvaluate operational systems and recommend design modifications to eliminate causes of malfunctions or changes in system requirements when necessary

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Architectural Engineering or another related engineering disciplineExcellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule) with the demonstrated ability to apply learned knowledgeMust possess a minimum of 1 year experience as a facilities engineer in a manufacturing environmentExperience with AutoCAD, Oracle, and MS OfficeStrong understanding of mechanical, electrical, HVAC and plumbing systemsExperience in project management, including budgeting and schedulingKnowledge of the building process and construction principlesKnowledge of relevant regulations and building codesDemonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and respectful interpersonal communication skillsPossess troubleshooting and problem-solving skills and demonstrated project management skillsMust be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude, work well with others, and able to guide/mentor less experienced engineers

Desired Qualifications

2+ years relevant manufacturing experienceFE or PE licenseExperience with energy efficiency and sustainability initiativesProfessional certification in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits