• Facilities Engineer 1

    Safran (Minneapolis, MN)


    Facilities Engineer 1

    Job details

    General information

    Entity

    Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

     

    Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

     

    As a worldwide leader in its sector, Safran Aero Boosters designs, develops and produces modules, equipment and test cells for aircraft and space engines. Based in Belgium, Safran Aero Boosters has two subsidiaries in the United States and employs 1,700 people.

     

    Reference number

     

    2025-160628

    Job details

    Domain

     

    Research, design and development

     

    Job field / Job profile

     

    Architecture and systems engineering - Engineering methods and tools

     

    Job title

     

    Facilities Engineer 1

     

    Employment type

     

    Permanent

     

    Professional category

     

    Employees / Staff

     

    Part time / Full time

     

    Full-time

    Job description

    The Facilities Engineer I is responsible for supporting the design and construction of test cell and civil works portions of equipment projects, building design & equipment interfaces during sales campaigns and throughout project delivery. The Facilities Engineer will contribute to team efforts by assisting with weekly coordination meetings, monthly safety meetings, and design review meetings.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Assist with defining scope and creation of 3D models of building elements & work flows.

    • Assist with producing request for quote (RFQ) integrating all technical & quality specifications.

    • Assist in producing mechanical, and electrical schematic drawings & specifications.

    • Assist in creating conceptual building drawings including site plans, floor plans, cross-sections, elevations, and drawing schedules.

    • Assist with design charrettes and design review meetings.

    • Assist in producing conceptual building drawings with equipment requirements & interfaces.

    • Liaise with local architect/engineer(s) during design development.

    • Support management of construction services through the review of subcontractor deliverables, requests for information, deviation requests, shop and as-built drawings, and construction documentation.

    • Support equipment work packages by producing engine handling path studies, equipment stuck-up studies, and equipment installation method statements.

    • Conduct facility and equipment inspections under supervision.

    • Actively participate in a continuous improvement culture providing recommendations and implementing enhancements to current methods and procedures.

    • Perform facility inspections and make recommendations for upgrades under close supervision.

    • Support after-hour phone calls and meetings as required.

    Education/Experience

    • BA in Civil Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline required

    • 1 to 3 years of work experience in a Facilities Engineering environment preferred

    Qualifications

    • Knowledge of Autodesk Revit modeling and AutoCAD drafting, and MS Office applications.

    • Able and willing to travel up to 10% of the time both domestically and internationally, as required.

    • Must demonstrate exceptional communication skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively and asking questions where clarification is needed.

    • Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; actively seeks opportunities to improve quality and monitors own work to ensure quality is met.

    • Self-motivated, organized, able to multi-task, prioritize and excel in a fast-paced environment.

    • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the firm.

    • Demonstrated basic knowledge of modern materials, methods, & techniques of design, construction of structures and facilities.

    • Demonstrated basic knowledge of construction standards, codes, & regulations.

    • Ability to determine compliance of structures/equipment to specificatio

     

    Annual salary

     

    75,000-85,000

     

    Job location

     

    Job location

     

    North America, United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis

     

    City (-ies)

     

    639 Campus Drive MN 55112 New Brighton

     

    Applicant criteria

     

    Minimum education level achieved

     

    Bachelor's Degree

     

    Minimum experience level required

    First experience