How to hire a facilities project engineer

How to hire a facilities project engineer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step facilities project engineer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a facilities project engineer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new facilities project engineer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a facilities project engineer, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect facilities project engineer also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   Here's a comparison of facilities project engineer salaries for various roles:

   Type of Facilities Project Engineer	Description	Hourly rate
   Facilities Project Engineer	Mechanical engineering is one of the broadest engineering disciplines. Mechanical engineers design, develop, build, and test mechanical and thermal sensors and devices, including tools, engines, and machines.	$27-58
   Engineer	Engineers are highly trained professionals who determine the feasibility of various projects, usually related to the construction industry. They are considered experts in mathematics and science, two disciplines that they need to use in designing and coming up with plans for projects... Show more	$31-62
   Staff Engineer	Staff engineers are responsible for designing, developing, and inspecting various products, equipment, or structures. These professionals may perform varied duties depending on their specialization that includes overseeing the design and construction of buildings, bridges, sewer systems, and other infrastructure, estimating the financial costs of construction projects, and ensuring compliance with health and safety laws and regulations... Show more	$33-80

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Project Management
   • Construction Management
   • Construction Projects
   • CAD
   • HVAC
   • Engineering Design
   • Logistics
   • Project Scope
   • Engineering Drawings
   • Cost Estimates
   • OSHA
   • CMMS
   • Microsoft Project
   • AFE

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage custom product design & generate all require documentation for both customer and manufacturing groups using AutoCAD rel.
   • Head safety committee meetings and employee training secessions to OSHA standards.
   • Train others in the building management system that monitors and controls the HVAC equipment.
   • Size, select and install HVAC systems with both in-house crafts and contract labor.
   • Evaluate safety of operations using OSHA hazard analysis and failure mode analysis.
   • Develop a portable, widget base, graphics software architecture that isolate technical dependencies, permitting cross platform application development.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your facilities project engineer job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A facilities project engineer salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, facilities project engineers' average salary in hawaii is 47% less than in georgia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level facilities project engineers earn 52% less than senior-level facilities project engineers.
   • Certifications. A facilities project engineer with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a facilities project engineer's salary.

   Average facilities project engineer salary

   $84,256yearly

   $40.51 hourly rate

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   Entry-level facilities project engineer salary

   $58,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 19, 2025

4. Writing a facilities project engineer job description

   A job description for a facilities project engineer role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a facilities project engineer job description:

   Facilities project engineer job description example

   Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility
   At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.
   
   We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design - where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.
   
   Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we're providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.
   
   We are currently seeking a Facility Project Engineer to support the engineering design and construction of new manufacturing facilities. This position requires an experienced professional with a track record of managing complex large-scale automotive projects. This position requires partnership with internal departments that include building Facilities, General Assembly, Body in White, Stamping, Powertrain and Logistics. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his/her work with vigor and determination.
   RolePossess strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to establish effective cross-functional working relationships.Responsible for managing multiple capital projects of varying size and complexity that include the management of project budget, project schedule, engineering design, architectural contractor management, third party inspections, building permitting and project close-out documentation.Work directly with capital equipment suppliers to ensure compatibility with building facility infrastructure.Possess high level understanding in the areas of manufacturing design and equipment installations Understands, tracks and articulates issues / risks / action items; work with responsible owners to address the items on a timely basis; update the appropriate stakeholders as needed Perform safety analysis with capital equipment suppliers and work with Lucid safety team to ensure safe design and operation of equipment upon equipment commissioning. Work with governing bodies to determine permitting requirement for hazardous materials, battery cells, structural, site development and MEPManagement of architects designing building infrastructure systems that include building MEP distribution, building structural elements, fire protection/annunciation systems and IT/data systems.Interacts with internal manufacturing and facilities personnel, construction contractors, internal procurement personnel, City building inspectors, contract architects and engineers.Follow all government guidelines for projects and adhere to all applicable OSHA and environmental guidelines.
   You Bring:5+ years of Design Management or Facilities Engineering in an industrial manufacturing environment Ability to independently manage the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serve as liaison between project management and manufacturing engineering project team Ability to drive big picture goals while valuing and maintaining a strong attention to detail Ability to quickly identify and drive to the optimal solution when presented with a series of constraints Ability to quickly identify facility design issues and to quickly evaluate escalation to management where appropriate Excellent judgment, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills Self-motivated individual that possesses excellent time management and organizational skills Strong sense of personal responsibility and accountability for delivering high quality work.Ability to read construction drawings, single line electrical drawings and P&ID drawings Bi-lingual in French or Arabic strong plus BS minimum in engineering Experience in the automotive industry strong plus Must be detail oriented and well organized Ability to influence outcomes and drive initiatives in complex environments.Possesses strong presentation skills and communicates clearly and professionally at various levels both inside and outside the company Working knowledge of and AutoCAD, BIM 360, Primavera P6 preferred Possess knowledge and experience across multiple functions within facility construction and automotive manufacturing processes Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time Flexibility to support any shift including day, night and swing shifts, as needed. Weekend and holiday work may be required.
   At Lucid, we don't just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.
   
   Notice regarding COVID-19 protocols
   At Lucid, we prioritize the health and wellbeing of our employees, families, and friends above all else. In response to the novel Coronavirus all new Lucid employees, whose job will be based in the United States may or may not be required to provide original documentation confirming status as having received the prescribed inoculation (doses). Vaccination requirements are dependent upon location and position, please refer to the job description for more details.
   
   Individuals in positions requiring vaccinations may seek a medical and/or religious exemption from this requirement and may be granted such an accommodation after submitting a formal request to and the subsequent review and approval thereof by our dedicated Covid-19 Response team.
   
   To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find facilities project engineers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your facilities project engineer job on Zippia to find and recruit facilities project engineer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit facilities project engineers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new facilities project engineer

   Once you've selected the best facilities project engineer candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new facilities project engineer first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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