Mechanical Engineer

Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
  • 3+ years of relevant industrial experience in mechanical engineering.
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required.
  • Experience with pump and vessel evaluations is preferred.
  • Knowledge of API standards is a plus.
  • Proficiency with SAP is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for problem analysis and solution evaluation.
  • Collaborate with the Mechanical Coordinator on troubleshooting and repair plans.
  • Execute smaller expense projects as assigned.
  • Provide expertise on troubleshooting and repair techniques.
  • Support the development of preventive maintenance strategies and spare parts lists.
  • Assist with the creation of operating procedures for equipment usage.
  • Ensure engineering input on critical work orders and repair details.

Benefits

  • Work done both indoors and outdoors, fostering a versatile work environment.
  • No travel required, promoting work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for hands-on, technical problem-solving in a real-world setting.
  • Collaborative environment fostering teamwork among engineers and maintenance personnel.
Full Job Description

What You'll Be Doing

Job Scope:The Maintenance Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for providing technical expertise in maintenance and mechanical engineering to support Operations and Maintenance personnel across the plant.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

  • Utilize Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to perform effective problem analysis and root cause elimination, and evaluate solutions for leveraging across the company

  • Work closely with the Mechanical Coordinator so that the jobs have both technical and field experience during troubleshooting, procedures, repair plans, etc.

  • Own and execute smaller expense projects as assigned

  • Provide expertise on troubleshooting failures and repairs, and ensure repairs, repair techniques, and equipment-specific training are made available and documented

  • Provide maintainability input into Predictive and Preventative Maintenance (PPM) strategy and support the PPM coordinator as required in reviewing spare parts list for existing equipment

  • Support Operations in the development of operating procedures (i.e. proper steps for starting/stopping a pump, etc.)

  • Serve as maintenance engineering resources during the evaluation and development of plant equipment criticality list and strategies

  • Provide engineering input to the Planners job plans

  • During development of turnaround work, provide input on development of work orders particularly on critical equipment requiring Engineering review or input

  • Write and support the development of maintenance procedures

  • Work with the Mechanical Coordinator on following jobs internally and externally to ensure quality repairs

  • Provide leadership and direction in the day-to-day decision making for the operating area of responsibility while networking with other engineers on site and within the business to leverage knowledge on plant operations

  • For process-critical equipment, ensure that work requests include engineering input on repair details such as clearances, tolerances, materials of construction, welding procedures, etc. and if necessary, provide onsite/offsite technical support for deviations from this data

  • Share on-call responsibilities with other plant personnel, and help coordinate areas of responsibility during planned shutdown and maintenance activities

  • Apply skills and technical knowledge to develop job scopes and plans, and support execution during projects, turnarounds, shutdowns, and start-ups

  • Provide engineering support on rotating and fixed equipment in assigned areas

Ideal Background

Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university is required.  

Experience: Requires 3+ years of relevant industrial experience in mechanical engineering.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Must have strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively both individually and in a team environment

  • Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills

  • Must be flexible during off hours to support plant operations

  • Must be able to obtain a TWIC and possess a valid US Driver's license

  • Work experience with the following preferred:

  • Pump System Evaluations and Improvements

  • Vessel Evaluations and Communicate Improvements/Repairs

  • Work experience managing vendor proposals and quotations, contractor bids, and development of desired solutions for projects preferred

  • Demonstrated knowledge of API standards

  • Proficiency with SAP preferred

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required

  • 40% of work is done inside at a desk and 60% is done in the plant

  • No travel required

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be willing to work with hazardous and/or flammable chemicals (with proper safety precautions, training, and equipment)

  • Must be willing to work around and/or manually interact with heavy equipment

  • Must be willing and able to stand and walk for extended periods of time

  • Must be willing and able to work in environments that require frequent bending, reaching, and lifting (up to 50 pounds)

  • Complete tasks wearing the required personal protective equipment (PPE) which may include fire protective clothing, goggles, face shields, gloves, steel toe boots, hearing protection, respirators, etc.

  • Must be willing and able to work in tight or confined spaces

  • Must be able to climb ladders/stairs

  • Ability to work in all weather conditions

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