Facilities Specialist
Facilities Specialist
Chattanooga, TN, US, 37416
Facilities Specialist
Worldwide, the Volkswagen Group has a long tradition of dramatic innovations. The Volkswagen Group with its headquarters in Wolfsburg, Germany is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group comprises twelve brands from seven European countries: Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania and MAN.
Brief Role Description
Career Level 18P, located in Chattanooga TN, with a role classification of Fully On-site
The Facilities Specialist will be responsible for assessing the facility's resource requirements, optimizing the facility's critical operational systems, and overseeing the maintenance of infrastructure and equipment.
Possible Tasks within this Role
Facilities Operations – 60%
- Planning and coordination of maintenance strategies for facility systems to ensure high operational availability.
- Facilities systems include HVAC, compressors, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, piping networks, general infrastructure, etc.
- Evaluating operational systems and facility infrastructure to ascertain and improve operational efficiencies.
- Coordinating and audit of contractors performing facilities maintenance activities.
- Ensure facilities cleaning and groundskeeping are performed according to requirements.
- Planning and scheduling of facilities contractor staffing to ensure site needs are covered.
- Facilities management of satellite VW owned properties, such as Supplier Park and MDO operations.
- Ensure regulatory compliance (maintenance and testing) of relevant facilities assets.
Facilities Controls – 30%
- Maintenance and upkeep of Siemens BMS System
- Support facilities maintenance contractor with troubleshooting activities
- Controls programming updates and backup management
Facilities Projects – 10%
- Determine facility and equipment specifications.
- Analyzing project costs and preparing budgets.
Qualification requirements
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering, or related field.
General Skills required:
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- MS Office Applications.
Specialized skills Required:
- Project management
- Facilities start-up and controls systems debug
- Setup/operation of building automation systems
- Industrial equipment operation and maintenance (Compressor, Chiller, Boiler, HVAC)
Desired:
- CAD software experience (MicroStation, AutoCAD)
- Siemens Industrial PLC Experience
- Siemens BMS (Apogee/Desigo)
Work Flexibility:
- Some travel may be required, but typically <10%
- Standard M-F work schedule but may require weekends & holidays to support projects
Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.
This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security.
This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Worldwide, the Volkswagen Group has a long tradition of dramatic innovations. The Volkswagen Group with its headquarters in Wolfsburg, Germany is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group comprises twelve brands from seven European countries: Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania and MAN.
Brief Role Description
Career Level 18P, located in Chattanooga TN, with a role classification of Fully On-site
The Facilities Specialist will be responsible for assessing the facility's resource requirements, optimizing the facility's critical operational systems, and overseeing the maintenance of infrastructure and equipment.
Possible Tasks within this Role
Facilities Operations – 60%
- Planning and coordination of maintenance strategies for facility systems to ensure high operational availability.
- Facilities systems include HVAC, compressors, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, piping networks, general infrastructure, etc.
- Evaluating operational systems and facility infrastructure to ascertain and improve operational efficiencies.
- Coordinating and audit of contractors performing facilities maintenance activities.
- Ensure facilities cleaning and groundskeeping are performed according to requirements.
- Planning and scheduling of facilities contractor staffing to ensure site needs are covered.
- Facilities management of satellite VW owned properties, such as Supplier Park and MDO operations.
- Ensure regulatory compliance (maintenance and testing) of relevant facilities assets.
Facilities Controls – 30%
- Maintenance and upkeep of Siemens BMS System
- Support facilities maintenance contractor with troubleshooting activities
- Controls programming updates and backup management
Facilities Projects – 10%
- Determine facility and equipment specifications.
- Analyzing project costs and preparing budgets.
Qualification requirements
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering, or related field.
General Skills required:
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- MS Office Applications.
Specialized skills Required:
- Project management
- Facilities start-up and controls systems debug
- Setup/operation of building automation systems
- Industrial equipment operation and maintenance (Compressor, Chiller, Boiler, HVAC)
Desired:
- CAD software experience (MicroStation, AutoCAD)
- Siemens Industrial PLC Experience
- Siemens BMS (Apogee/Desigo)
Work Flexibility:
- Some travel may be required, but typically <10%
- Standard M-F work schedule but may require weekends & holidays to support projects
Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.
This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security.
This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Chattanooga, TN, US, 37416
Nearest Major Market: Chattanooga