Mechanical Engineer

Experience (required and preferred):

• At least 3-10yrs experience working in an engineering role in a plant
• Project management experience in an industrial environment
• Maintenance troubleshooting experience in an industrial environment
• Solid grasp of engineering fundamentals relating to mechanical design & systems
• Demonstrated experience with trouble shooting industrial equipment, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, HVAC systems
• Experience working on load cells systems, PLC’s, NG fired burner systems
• Preventative & predictive maintenance principles and systems
• Tire Cord and/or Carpet Manufacturing processes (Not required)
• Experience with industrial Safety systems (OSHA 1910)

Essential Functions

• Support and drive plantwide predictive maintenance programs
• Support and manage capital improvement projects
• Assist in managing maintenance activities in the plant
• Work with Plant Safety Steering Committee and production department to insure a safe workplace
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment and conducting root cause analysis
• Assist in maintaining spare parts and supply room inventory
• Ensure required training is scheduled and performed
• Help maintain plant ISO QMS and EMS certifications and conduct internal audits
• Manage outside contractors performance to the successful completion of engineering and maintenance projects

Additional Responsibilities

• Attend team meetings as required
• Maintain and manage engineering and maintenance records
• Weekly payroll and other administrative duties as assigned
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

Skills (required and preferred):

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PP, Project, etc)
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Predictive maintenance tools such as IR scanners and vibration analyzers
• AutoCad drafting systems & Solidworks
• Able to read and understand Electrical, Mechanical, Pneumatic, Hydraulic & Structural engineering drawings.

Education:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Physical Demands/Work Environment: Vision, hearing, and speech are required. Manual dexterity is necessary. Must have the ability to work the hours and days required to complete the essential functions of the position, as scheduled.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance, 401K, PTO, Sick days, perks