Facilities Engineer Jobs in Indiana
Facilities Engineer jobs in Indiana are concentrated in manufacturing, pharmaceutical production, and higher education, with steady demand across entry-level maintenance roles through senior plant engineering positions. Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and Columbus are the most active hiring metros, anchored by major employers such as Eli Lilly, Cummins, and Indiana University Health. The most in-demand specialties are HVAC systems engineering, GMP facility compliance, and capital project management for industrial and life sciences sites. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Location: Franklin, IN
Schedule: First Shift | Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Pay: $85-92K
Job Description
The Facilities Engineer will plan, coordinate, and execute facility infrastructure and capital improvement projects within an active, climate-controlled manufacturing environment. This role manages projects from initial scope and budgeting through design, contractor coordination, installation, commissioning, and closeout, with a strong focus on plant infrastructure, building systems, utilities, equipment installations, and facility improvements.
The Facilities Engineer will serve as a key resource for maintaining and expanding facility capabilities while supporting manufacturing operations. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of high-impact capital projects, contribute to strategic facility planning, and support manufacturing process improvements at a recently expanded production facility in Franklin, IN.
Responsibilities
Facility Infrastructure & Capital Projects
- Manage facility and infrastructure projects from concept through completion, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, execution, commissioning, and project closeout.
- Lead projects involving electrical distribution and power upgrades to ensure reliable and safe power delivery throughout the facility.
- Oversee HVAC and mechanical system projects to maintain effective climate control and optimal equipment performance.
- Manage compressed air system improvements and installations supporting production equipment and plant operations.
- Coordinate chilled water, process water, and cooling system projects to support manufacturing requirements.
- Support steam generation, distribution, and other plant utility projects to improve reliability and capacity.
- Lead plumbing and piping system modifications and installations for facility and process applications.
- Oversee roofing, building envelope, and structural improvement projects to maintain facility integrity.
- Manage concrete, foundation, and building modification projects associated with facility upgrades and equipment installations.
- Coordinate fire protection, life-safety, and emergency systems projects to ensure compliance and workplace safety.
- Lead lighting and electrical infrastructure improvements to enhance energy efficiency, safety, and operational effectiveness.
- Plan and manage production equipment installations and associated facility modifications to integrate new equipment into existing operations.
Project Management
- Develop detailed project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and capital expenditure justifications.
- Manage project budgets, timelines, procurement activities, contractor performance, and change orders.
- Review engineering drawings, specifications, contractor proposals, and bid packages for technical accuracy and value.
- Coordinate external engineering firms, contractors, equipment suppliers, and vendors to ensure successful project execution.
- Identify and mitigate project risks involving cost, schedule, design, safety, and operational impacts.
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including schedules, budgets, drawings, equipment records, and project closeout materials.
Operational Support & Continuous Improvement
- Partner closely with maintenance, operations, production, quality, engineering, and EHS teams to execute projects safely and efficiently.
- Coordinate equipment tie-ins, shutdowns, utility interruptions, construction activities, and commissioning efforts with minimal disruption to production.
- Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, safety standards, environmental regulations, and company engineering requirements.
- Support long-term facility planning and recommend infrastructure reliability and capacity improvements.
- Troubleshoot facility and manufacturing systems to address operational issues and improve equipment performance.
- Contribute to manufacturing process improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, reliability, and productivity.
- Apply continuous improvement principles to optimize systems, workflows, and facility operations.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Facilities Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline.
- 2-5 years of experience supporting manufacturing operations within an industrial environment.
- Minimum 2 years of experience managing facility, infrastructure, capital equipment, or plant improvement projects.
- At least 1 year of experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment, facility systems, or utility infrastructure.
- Experience working with facility utilities including electrical distribution, HVAC, compressed air, chilled water, steam, plumbing, or process utilities.
- Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing processes and production support activities.
- Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, resource coordination, and execution.
- Experience applying process improvement and continuous improvement principles within manufacturing operations.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of industrial facility systems.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Self-directed with the ability to work independently and drive projects to successful completion.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting facility infrastructure within industrial manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with electrical distribution systems, HVAC systems, compressed air systems, steam systems, chilled water systems, plumbing systems, and fire protection systems.
- Experience coordinating general contractors, engineering firms, mechanical contractors, electrical contractors, and equipment vendors.
- Knowledge of applicable building codes, safety requirements, and environmental regulations.
- Experience developing capital expenditure requests and managing capital project budgets.
- Exposure to facility expansion projects, equipment installations, and plant modernization initiatives.
- Experience supporting strategic facility planning and infrastructure reliability improvements.
- Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma experience.
Work Environment
This position is based 100% onsite at a climate-controlled manufacturing facility in Franklin, IN. No remote work option is available.
The Facilities Engineer will work closely with engineering, maintenance, operations, production, quality, environmental health and safety, contractors, and external vendors within an active manufacturing environment. The facility has recently undergone a 60,000-square-foot expansion, providing opportunities to lead infrastructure upgrades, facility enhancements, and capital projects critical to future growth.
The role operates on a first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday, with typical working hours of 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM and minimal overtime, generally averaging 40-45 hours per week.
As a consultant, you will receive:
- One week (40 hours) of paid time off
- Regular manager and recruiter check-ins
- Bi-monthly performance feedback discussions
- Ongoing support focused on long-term success and professional growth
Pay: $85,000.00 - $92,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Location: Franklin, IN
Schedule: First Shift | Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Pay: $85-92K
Job Description
The Facilities Engineer will plan, coordinate, and execute facility infrastructure and capital improvement projects within an active, climate-controlled manufacturing environment. This role manages projects from initial scope and budgeting through design, contractor coordination, installation, commissioning, and closeout, with a strong focus on plant infrastructure, building systems, utilities, equipment installations, and facility improvements.
The Facilities Engineer will serve as a key resource for maintaining and expanding facility capabilities while supporting manufacturing operations. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of high-impact capital projects, contribute to strategic facility planning, and support manufacturing process improvements at a recently expanded production facility in Franklin, IN.
Responsibilities
Facility Infrastructure & Capital Projects
- Manage facility and infrastructure projects from concept through completion, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, execution, commissioning, and project closeout.
- Lead projects involving electrical distribution and power upgrades to ensure reliable and safe power delivery throughout the facility.
- Oversee HVAC and mechanical system projects to maintain effective climate control and optimal equipment performance.
- Manage compressed air system improvements and installations supporting production equipment and plant operations.
- Coordinate chilled water, process water, and cooling system projects to support manufacturing requirements.
- Support steam generation, distribution, and other plant utility projects to improve reliability and capacity.
- Lead plumbing and piping system modifications and installations for facility and process applications.
- Oversee roofing, building envelope, and structural improvement projects to maintain facility integrity.
- Manage concrete, foundation, and building modification projects associated with facility upgrades and equipment installations.
- Coordinate fire protection, life-safety, and emergency systems projects to ensure compliance and workplace safety.
- Lead lighting and electrical infrastructure improvements to enhance energy efficiency, safety, and operational effectiveness.
- Plan and manage production equipment installations and associated facility modifications to integrate new equipment into existing operations.
Project Management
- Develop detailed project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and capital expenditure justifications.
- Manage project budgets, timelines, procurement activities, contractor performance, and change orders.
- Review engineering drawings, specifications, contractor proposals, and bid packages for technical accuracy and value.
- Coordinate external engineering firms, contractors, equipment suppliers, and vendors to ensure successful project execution.
- Identify and mitigate project risks involving cost, schedule, design, safety, and operational impacts.
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including schedules, budgets, drawings, equipment records, and project closeout materials.
Operational Support & Continuous Improvement
- Partner closely with maintenance, operations, production, quality, engineering, and EHS teams to execute projects safely and efficiently.
- Coordinate equipment tie-ins, shutdowns, utility interruptions, construction activities, and commissioning efforts with minimal disruption to production.
- Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, safety standards, environmental regulations, and company engineering requirements.
- Support long-term facility planning and recommend infrastructure reliability and capacity improvements.
- Troubleshoot facility and manufacturing systems to address operational issues and improve equipment performance.
- Contribute to manufacturing process improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, reliability, and productivity.
- Apply continuous improvement principles to optimize systems, workflows, and facility operations.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Facilities Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline.
- 2-5 years of experience supporting manufacturing operations within an industrial environment.
- Minimum 2 years of experience managing facility, infrastructure, capital equipment, or plant improvement projects.
- At least 1 year of experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment, facility systems, or utility infrastructure.
- Experience working with facility utilities including electrical distribution, HVAC, compressed air, chilled water, steam, plumbing, or process utilities.
- Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing processes and production support activities.
- Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, resource coordination, and execution.
- Experience applying process improvement and continuous improvement principles within manufacturing operations.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of industrial facility systems.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Self-directed with the ability to work independently and drive projects to successful completion.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting facility infrastructure within industrial manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with electrical distribution systems, HVAC systems, compressed air systems, steam systems, chilled water systems, plumbing systems, and fire protection systems.
- Experience coordinating general contractors, engineering firms, mechanical contractors, electrical contractors, and equipment vendors.
- Knowledge of applicable building codes, safety requirements, and environmental regulations.
- Experience developing capital expenditure requests and managing capital project budgets.
- Exposure to facility expansion projects, equipment installations, and plant modernization initiatives.
- Experience supporting strategic facility planning and infrastructure reliability improvements.
- Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma experience.
Work Environment
This position is based 100% onsite at a climate-controlled manufacturing facility in Franklin, IN. No remote work option is available.
The Facilities Engineer will work closely with engineering, maintenance, operations, production, quality, environmental health and safety, contractors, and external vendors within an active manufacturing environment. The facility has recently undergone a 60,000-square-foot expansion, providing opportunities to lead infrastructure upgrades, facility enhancements, and capital projects critical to future growth.
The role operates on a first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday, with typical working hours of 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM and minimal overtime, generally averaging 40-45 hours per week.
As a consultant, you will receive:
- One week (40 hours) of paid time off
- Regular manager and recruiter check-ins
- Bi-monthly performance feedback discussions
- Ongoing support focused on long-term success and professional growth
Pay: $85,000.00 - $92,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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The qualifications that appear most often in facilities engineer jobs across Indiana.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering from an accredited program
- Professional Engineer license issued or recognized in Indiana preferred for senior roles
- Experience with computerized maintenance management systems such as Maximo or SAP PM
- Working knowledge of GMP, OSHA, and building codes applicable to Indiana industrial facilities
- Proven ability to manage capital improvement projects from planning through commissioning
- Strong skills in AutoCAD, BIM software, or facility management platforms like Archibus
Facilities Engineer Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a facilities engineer in Indiana?
Most Indiana employers require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering as the foundation. For roles with design or sign-off authority, the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency oversees the Professional Engineer credential, which requires passing the Fundamentals of Engineering and Principles and Practice of Engineering exams. Many facilities engineers enter through plant maintenance or project coordinator roles at Indiana manufacturers or healthcare systems before advancing to full engineering positions.
Which companies hire facilities engineers in Indiana?
Employers hiring facilities engineers in Indiana right now include Arconic, Actalent, and Bila solar, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Indiana's dense concentration of pharmaceutical manufacturers, automotive suppliers, and large university health systems makes it one of the more consistent states for facilities engineering openings year-round.
Which Indiana cities have the most facilities engineer jobs?
Kokomo, Lafayette, and Indianapolis have the most facilities engineer openings in Indiana. Indianapolis drives the largest share of listings through its pharmaceutical headquarters, hospital networks, and corporate campuses, while Fort Wayne and Columbus attract openings tied to Cummins engine manufacturing, automotive suppliers, and regional industrial parks that require dedicated facilities engineering staff.
Are there remote facilities engineer jobs in Indiana?
Yes, but they're rare. Facilities engineering is fundamentally a hands-on, on-site role tied to physical buildings and equipment, so most positions require regular presence at a plant, campus, or medical facility. About 50% of facilities engineer openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to cover project coordination, documentation, or vendor management duties that don't require daily floor presence.
How can I get hired as a facilities engineer in Indiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a facilities maintenance technician or plant engineering associate role at one of Indiana's large manufacturers or healthcare systems. Employers such as Indiana University Health and Eli Lilly regularly hire new graduates into rotational or junior engineer programs. Earning a Facilities Management Professional credential or completing an internship through Purdue University or IUPUI's engineering programs strengthens a candidacy considerably, as does any hands-on experience with HVAC, electrical systems, or CAD tools from coursework or a co-op.
Where can I find and apply to facilities engineer jobs in Indiana?
You can find and apply to facilities engineer jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Indiana openings. Search the roles that fit your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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