Utilities Equipment Engineer (Industrial Utilities & Environmental Systems)

Manteno, Illinois

Full Time

Posted January 19, 2026

$80k - $120k

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At Gotion Inc., we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

The Utilities Equipment Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of industrial utility and general equipment systems within a manufacturing facility. This role focuses on hands-on equipment management, daily operation, and team coordination, ensuring stable, safe, and efficient utility support for plant operations.
Supervise and coordinate daily activities of utility maintenance engineers and technicians.
Manage daily inspection and operation of industrial utility and general equipment, and establish maintenance standards and preventive maintenance plans.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot utility equipment, including:
Diagnose and resolve equipment abnormalities and failures to ensure high equipment availability.
Support daily operation, commissioning, and performance optimization of utility systems.
Lead technical improvement initiatives, reliability enhancements, and introduction of new utility equipment or technologies.
Maintain equipment documentation, SOPs, and maintenance records.
Coordinate with production, facilities, and EHS teams to support manufacturing operations.
Participate in shift coverage or night shift operations as required.

Minimum 2+ years of experience in industrial utilities, facilities, or equipment engineering.
Hands-on experience with at least two of the following systems:
Solid understanding of the operating principles and structure of general industrial utility equipment.
Strong troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance experience.
Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, P&IDs, and technical documentation.
Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial plant environment.
Experience with VOC exhaust treatment systems and industrial wastewater treatment processes .
Prior experience supervising or coordinating engineers and technicians.
Familiarity with CMMS or maintenance management systems.
Bilingual (English and Mandarin or other languages) preferred.
Experience in battery, semiconductor, chemical, electronics, or high-tech manufacturing facilities.
Willingness to work night shifts or rotating shifts.