Engineer the Future of Aerospace Facilities — Join PDS Tech Commercial as a Facilities Plant Engineer

Play a Critical Role in Powering the 787 Dreamliner Program from the Ground Up

Position: Facilities Plant Engineer
Location: North Charleston, SC
Job Type: Full-Time | Consultant (12 Months)
Schedule: Monday – Friday | First Shift (7:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
Pay Rate: $46.41 – $49.05 per hour
Worksite: 100% Onsite
Eligibility:This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.  

Your Impact

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Facilities Mechanical Engineer to join our client’s Global Real Estate and Facilities team in North Charleston. In this dynamic role, you’ll support the critical infrastructure that powers the 787 Dreamliner program—from HVAC and utility systems to building renovations and equipment installation. Your engineering expertise will help keep operations running efficiently, safely, and sustainably.

What You’ll Do

• Support the mechanical systems of buildings and facilities, including central utility distribution and stand-alone operations

• Perform root cause analysis and implement reliability tools to reduce downtime and improve asset performance

• Define project requirements and provide input on building modifications and infrastructure upgrades

• Create design plans, material specs, and cost estimates for facilities improvement projects

• Conduct field inspections, contractor oversight, and ensure regulatory and code compliance

• Collaborate with vendors, contractors, and internal customers to ensure timely and successful execution of facility projects

• Troubleshoot and support reactive maintenance for HVAC, compressed air, and related industrial systems

• Utilize tools like AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Revit to support project planning and documentation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry

• 4+ years of relevant experience (or a combination of education and experience)

• Experience with HVAC, ventilation, chilled water, or compressed air systems in industrial/manufacturing environments

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in facilities, engineering, or maintenance roles

• Ability to work onsite and adapt to a fast-paced, high-stakes aerospace setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering

• 5+ years supporting or installing industrial mechanical systems

• Familiarity with TRANE, Honeywell, Allen-Bradley, or Johnson Controls systems

• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and building automation systems

• Background in reactive maintenance and system troubleshooting

Why Join PDS Tech Commercial?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect top engineering talent with the aerospace industry’s most innovative teams. You’ll be working on projects that power flight and redefine efficiency, all while growing your skills in a highly collaborative and mission-driven environment. We offer:

• Competitive hourly pay

• Opportunities to work on high-impact aerospace programs

• Supportive team culture and career development resources

• Exposure to cutting-edge infrastructure technology

Apply Today and Help Build the Backbone of Aerospace

This is your opportunity to bring real-world solutions to one of the most advanced manufacturing programs in the world. Apply now to join PDS Tech Commercial as a Facilities Plant Engineer and engineer the systems that keep aerospace moving.

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