Chief Engineer

Overview

The Chief Engineer will lead engineering operations across 20 regional facilities, ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective performance of all building systems. This hybrid role combines hands-on fieldwork, administrative oversight, and direct client interaction.

• Oversee HVAC, plumbing, boilers, pumps, valves, and mechanical systems
• Ensure 100% uptime of critical building systems
• Supervise, train, and manage engineering and maintenance staff
• Manage preventive maintenance programs and contractor activities
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and CFWA requirements
• Maintain documentation, inventory, purchase orders, and CMMS records
• Act as primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders

• Associate Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of facilities or building engineering experience
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Strong HVAC and plumbing background (electrical knowledge required)
• Universal CFC Certification and Operating Engineers License (or equivalent)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CMMS systems

• High Pressure Operator Engineer License
• Experience in critical or mission-critical facilities
• Reliability-based maintenance and continuous improvement experience
• Energy management or sustainability background

With over 26 years of industry experience, SSi People has built its reputation and expertise on putting people first. Everything we do works toward delivering exceptional experience for our consultants, our clients, and our internal team. Through a genuine commitment to people in everything we do. We have developed refined processes and a stellar internal team to deliver talent quickly. More importantly, we focus on building long-term relationships, not transactions.

Putting people first is just what we do well.

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