Buildings Engineer (2027 New College Graduate)

About the Role

GlobalFoundries (GF) is seeking a Buildings Engineer to support the operation, reliability, and improvement of building facilities systems that enable semiconductor manufacturing at its Essex Junction, Vermont location. This role involves partnering with technicians, contractors, and cross-functional teams to maintain mechanical systems, support projects, and ensure safe and reliable facility operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and support replacement of facilities mechanical components and systems, including mechanical equipment, Process Cooling Water systems, and exhaust and HVAC systems.
• Support Building Technicians and the preventive maintenance program to promote equipment reliability and manufacturing continuity.
• Develop and implement capital improvement projects involving construction, remodeling, renovation, and maintenance of building equipment, including preliminary concepts, engineering design support, and scopes of work for bidding.
• Conduct periodic inspections of work in progress and provide guidance to construction supervisors and contractors regarding plans and specifications.
• Inspect existing facilities equipment and prepare reports describing equipment condition, observed deficiencies, recommended repairs, and estimated repair costs.
• Use standard engineering methods to analyze and resolve building system and equipment problems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on facilities projects and other assignments needed to support site operations.
• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Education – Graduating with Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field from an accredited degree program.
• Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.
• Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal).
• Travel - Up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Prior related internship or co-op experience (Preferred).
• Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc. (Preferred).
• Strong interest in leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support effective decision-making (Preferred).
• Project management skills (Preferred).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (Preferred).
• Strong planning & organizational skills (Preferred).
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills and technical aptitude (Preferred).
• Experience with industrial or commercial mechanical, HVAC, cooling water, or exhaust systems (Preferred).
• Understanding of system design parameters, safety and environmental shutdown scenarios, and electronic equipment controls (Preferred).