Senior Level Utility Coordinator Jobs
Senior level utility coordinator jobs center on project ownership, stakeholder leadership, and driving complex utility relocation and permitting programs from planning through closeout. Most openings are 43% remote or hybrid across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Energy, with employers like CARIAN, HDR, and Qcells hiring at this level now.
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Description
Mechanical Engineer, Utilities (Mechanical Systems & Expansion Projects)
Position Summary
Hanwha Qcells Georgia operates a vertically integrated solar manufacturing facility in Cartersville, GA, covering Ingot, Wafer, Cell, and Module production. The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the reliable operation and maintenance of the plant's mechanical utility systems — including chillers, cooling towers, process cooling water, compressed air, exhaust and HVAC, pumps, and piping — and for owner-side management of utility construction for plant capacity expansion projects, from design review through installation, commissioning, and turnover, in a 24/7 critical manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Mechanical Utility Operation & Maintenance
- Operate, inspect, and maintain mechanical utility systems, including chillers, cooling towers, PCW, compressed air and dryers, vacuum, boilers/hot water, MAU/AHU, exhaust fans and scrubbers, and UPW/wastewater equipment.
- Plan and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs for rotating equipment (pumps, fans, compressors, motors) and static equipment (tanks, heat exchangers, piping, valves).
- Perform LOTO, line breaking, and safe work practices in accordance with OSHA and site safety procedures.
Troubleshooting & Reliability
- Serve as first-line technical responder for mechanical utility failures, leaks, and abnormal operating conditions; lead root cause analysis and corrective action reports.
- Use condition monitoring data (vibration, temperature, pressure, flow) to identify degradation and improve equipment reliability.
- Participate in the on-call rotation for after-hours mechanical emergencies.
Expansion Project Construction Management
- Serve as owner's mechanical representative for utility construction in plant capacity expansion projects; review design drawings, specifications, and contractor submittals.
- Support long-lead equipment procurement, RFQs, and technical bid evaluations for mechanical utility equipment and installation work.
- Monitor contractor scope, schedule, quality, and safety in the field; manage RFIs, change requests, and punch lists.
- Witness installation inspections, welding and material verification, pressure/leak tests, and flushing/cleaning of piping systems.
- Participate in FAT/SAT, start-up, and commissioning (Level 3–5), and manage turnover of new systems to operation and maintenance.
Coordination
- Coordinate with EPC/mechanical contractors, design firms, equipment vendors, and internal Process, Electrical, Automation, and EHS teams.
- Coordinate utility shutdowns and tie-ins with production to minimize impact on plant operation.
Documentation & Technical Support
- Maintain P&IDs, equipment lists, as-built drawings, maintenance records, and critical spare parts lists.
- Provide technical guidance and training to mechanical technicians and operators.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
- 10+ years of hands-on experience in operation, maintenance, construction, or commissioning of mechanical utility systems in industrial, manufacturing, or process plant environments.
- Working knowledge of rotating and static equipment, including pumps, fans, compressors, heat exchangers, tanks, and piping systems.
- Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, piping isometrics, mechanical drawings, and equipment specifications.
- Familiarity with OSHA safety requirements and applicable codes such as ASME B31 piping codes and the International Mechanical Code.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English with contractors, vendors, and plant personnel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Owner-side or contractor-side experience managing mechanical/piping construction and commissioning on industrial expansion or greenfield projects.
- Experience in semiconductor, solar, battery, chemical, or other mission-critical manufacturing facilities.
- Experience with HVAC, cleanroom utilities, exhaust/scrubber systems, or UPW/wastewater treatment systems.
- Knowledge of welding procedures, NDT methods, pressure testing, and piping material selection.
- Experience with vibration analysis or condition monitoring of rotating equipment.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or other drawing review tools.
- Engineering certification or license (e.g., FE/EIT or PE).
- OSHA 10/30 certification.
Working Conditions
- Work in a 24/7 manufacturing facility, including mechanical rooms, utility buildings, rooftops, construction sites, and outdoor areas.
- Participation in on-call rotation and occasional after-hours, weekend, or shutdown work.
- Required to wear PPE as specified by task.
- Ability to climb ladders, work in confined or elevated spaces, and lift up to 50 lbs.
Hanwha Q CELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
Description
Mechanical Engineer, Utilities (Mechanical Systems & Expansion Projects)
Position Summary
Hanwha Qcells Georgia operates a vertically integrated solar manufacturing facility in Cartersville, GA, covering Ingot, Wafer, Cell, and Module production. The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the reliable operation and maintenance of the plant's mechanical utility systems — including chillers, cooling towers, process cooling water, compressed air, exhaust and HVAC, pumps, and piping — and for owner-side management of utility construction for plant capacity expansion projects, from design review through installation, commissioning, and turnover, in a 24/7 critical manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Mechanical Utility Operation & Maintenance
- Operate, inspect, and maintain mechanical utility systems, including chillers, cooling towers, PCW, compressed air and dryers, vacuum, boilers/hot water, MAU/AHU, exhaust fans and scrubbers, and UPW/wastewater equipment.
- Plan and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs for rotating equipment (pumps, fans, compressors, motors) and static equipment (tanks, heat exchangers, piping, valves).
- Perform LOTO, line breaking, and safe work practices in accordance with OSHA and site safety procedures.
Troubleshooting & Reliability
- Serve as first-line technical responder for mechanical utility failures, leaks, and abnormal operating conditions; lead root cause analysis and corrective action reports.
- Use condition monitoring data (vibration, temperature, pressure, flow) to identify degradation and improve equipment reliability.
- Participate in the on-call rotation for after-hours mechanical emergencies.
Expansion Project Construction Management
- Serve as owner's mechanical representative for utility construction in plant capacity expansion projects; review design drawings, specifications, and contractor submittals.
- Support long-lead equipment procurement, RFQs, and technical bid evaluations for mechanical utility equipment and installation work.
- Monitor contractor scope, schedule, quality, and safety in the field; manage RFIs, change requests, and punch lists.
- Witness installation inspections, welding and material verification, pressure/leak tests, and flushing/cleaning of piping systems.
- Participate in FAT/SAT, start-up, and commissioning (Level 3–5), and manage turnover of new systems to operation and maintenance.
Coordination
- Coordinate with EPC/mechanical contractors, design firms, equipment vendors, and internal Process, Electrical, Automation, and EHS teams.
- Coordinate utility shutdowns and tie-ins with production to minimize impact on plant operation.
Documentation & Technical Support
- Maintain P&IDs, equipment lists, as-built drawings, maintenance records, and critical spare parts lists.
- Provide technical guidance and training to mechanical technicians and operators.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
- 10+ years of hands-on experience in operation, maintenance, construction, or commissioning of mechanical utility systems in industrial, manufacturing, or process plant environments.
- Working knowledge of rotating and static equipment, including pumps, fans, compressors, heat exchangers, tanks, and piping systems.
- Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, piping isometrics, mechanical drawings, and equipment specifications.
- Familiarity with OSHA safety requirements and applicable codes such as ASME B31 piping codes and the International Mechanical Code.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English with contractors, vendors, and plant personnel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Owner-side or contractor-side experience managing mechanical/piping construction and commissioning on industrial expansion or greenfield projects.
- Experience in semiconductor, solar, battery, chemical, or other mission-critical manufacturing facilities.
- Experience with HVAC, cleanroom utilities, exhaust/scrubber systems, or UPW/wastewater treatment systems.
- Knowledge of welding procedures, NDT methods, pressure testing, and piping material selection.
- Experience with vibration analysis or condition monitoring of rotating equipment.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or other drawing review tools.
- Engineering certification or license (e.g., FE/EIT or PE).
- OSHA 10/30 certification.
Working Conditions
- Work in a 24/7 manufacturing facility, including mechanical rooms, utility buildings, rooftops, construction sites, and outdoor areas.
- Participation in on-call rotation and occasional after-hours, weekend, or shutdown work.
- Required to wear PPE as specified by task.
- Ability to climb ladders, work in confined or elevated spaces, and lift up to 50 lbs.
Hanwha Q CELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
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Senior Level Utility Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level utility coordinator job?
Employers at this level look for demonstrated ownership of multi-utility or multi-agency coordination projects, not just participation in them. A strong candidate shows experience managing conflict between utility owners, municipalities, and contractors, plus a history of delivering schedules on complex infrastructure work. Credentials like a PMP or utility-specific certifications, along with examples of mentoring junior coordinators, sharpen your edge considerably.
Which companies hire senior level utility coordinators?
Companies hiring senior level utility coordinators right now include CARIAN, HDR, and Qcells, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from engineering and construction firms, transportation agencies, and large utility owners managing capital programs that require experienced coordination leadership.
Are there remote senior level utility coordinator jobs?
Yes, though the role often requires periodic site presence depending on project phase. About 43% of senior level utility coordinator openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote positions more common at firms that manage design and permitting coordination rather than active construction oversight.
What makes a utility coordinator role senior level?
Senior level utility coordinator roles carry full accountability for coordination outcomes across a project or program, not just execution of assigned tasks. They involve leading meetings with utility owners and agency representatives, resolving schedule conflicts independently, reviewing junior staff work, and often serving as the client-facing point of contact. The technical depth expected includes reading engineering plans, interpreting utility agreements, and understanding regulatory requirements across multiple utility types.
Which industries hire the most senior level utility coordinators?
Senior Level utility coordinator roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because their capital programs involve dense utility infrastructure, regulatory coordination across multiple jurisdictions, and project timelines where experienced coordinators directly protect schedule and budget outcomes.