Facilities Engineer

About Powerus

Powerus is building a next-generation American autonomous systems platform designed to move, protect, and sustain critical assets in high-consequence environments. The company combines advanced autonomy, manufacturing capability, operational expertise, and strategic acquisitions to support defense, national security, critical infrastructure, and commercial operations globally.

Mission

Our mission is to deliver resilient autonomous technologies that strengthen national security, improve operational safety, and expand the capabilities of organizations operating in complex environments.

Why Join Powerus

The Powerus Rock Hill facility is expanding to support higher production volume. Power, compressed air, HVAC, lighting, and floor layout must be ready before each new line and process arrives.

This role engineers and delivers facility infrastructure and projects for the Rock Hill site.

Position Overview

Powerus is seeking a Facilities Engineer to plan and execute facility infrastructure, utilities, and capital projects at the Rock Hill manufacturing site.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage facility projects including build-outs, layout changes, and equipment installations
• Specify utilities for new equipment, including electrical, compressed air, ventilation, and HVAC
• Manage contractors, permits, and project schedules and budgets
• Maintain facility drawings and as-built documentation
• Support battery storage, fire protection, and EH&S requirements in facility design
• Improve energy use and infrastructure reliability

Qualifications

• Must be located in the United States, within commuting distance of Rock Hill, SC
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering, or equivalent practical experience
• Experience as a facilities or plant engineer in a manufacturing environment
• Experience managing facility projects and contractors
• Working knowledge of building systems and codes
• U.S. citizenship required; this role involves access to ITAR- and EAR-controlled technical data

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with facility expansions or new site start-ups
• Experience with lithium battery storage and fire protection requirements
• AutoCAD proficiency
• PE or project management certification
• Active or prior U.S. security clearance

What We Look For

Candidates should have delivered a facility project that brought new production capacity online and be able to describe its scope and schedule.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Powerus is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and mission-driven workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.