
Mechanical Engineer – Manufacturing
The Mechanical Engineer supports a high-temperature, raw-material manufacturing operation with a focus on equipment reliability, safety, and continuous improvement. This is a hands-on, plant-floor role responsible for troubleshooting mechanical issues, improving equipment performance, and supporting capital and reliability projects.
Responsibilities:
Provide mechanical engineering support for raw-material processing and forming equipment.
Troubleshoot mechanical failures impacting production, safety, and quality.
Lead or support root cause analysis on recurring equipment issues and unplanned downtime.
Improve preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for critical equipment.
Support capital and reliability projects, including equipment upgrades and rebuilds.
Partner closely with operations, maintenance, and EHS to ensure safe, stable production.
Support mechanical safety improvements, including guarding, lockout/tagout, and risk reduction in high-hazard areas.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
Experience in a heavy industrial or raw-material processing environment.
Strong mechanical aptitude with exposure to hydraulics, rotating equipment, and material handling systems.
Hands-on troubleshooting experience in an active production setting.
Preferred Qualifications:
Benefits:

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Areas of specialty: Engineering | Supply Chain | Manufacturing + Distribution Operations