ROCKWOOL is seeking a Mechanical Engineer/Project Engineer to join our Group Technology team! This position requires travel of 60%, both internationally and nationally, and the ability to relocate for extended time periods to project sites.
**We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position.**
Travel the world and contribute your solid understanding of practical site installation supervision as you work with a great team of talented engineers! You’ll have the opportunity to work on projects for extended periods of time in the U.S., Canada, Europe and/or Asia. You’ll be instrumental in the planning and implementation of our new factory in Wallula, WA.
What You Will Be Doing
You'll be instrumental in the delivery of mechanical and plumbing utilities to ensure that all buildings, and all process equipment demand for utilities are fulfilled. This includes supply strategy, dimensioning and back-up considerations.
You'll work with design, installation, commissioning, and running-in of major projects, including that all equipment within the factory are supplied where required including: main utility supply strategy, tank requirements and installations, pump supply, dimensioning and redundancy (back-up supply) considerations.
As expert and provider of design solutions, we look for your expertise:
- Take full responsibility for project execution: mechanical, plumbing and fire protection utilities
- Ensure that the necessary expertise from other departments - environment, safety, MMR’s, are included in the solutions
- Communicate and supervise suppliers/contractors to place orders and follow up to ensure compliance with requirements
- Ensure all documentation / reporting is done and archived following company directives and Group Technology rules, and available tools
- Substantial travel inside and outside of North America is to be expected for project execution, supplier visits, coordination, etc.
- Full mechanical utility scope for major projects, including:
- Compressed air
- Water
- Industrial water
- Machine cooling water
- Water sanitary installations
- Potable water
- Water treatment (reverse osmosis)
- Fire safety supply – living up to the FLPM (Fire & Loss Prevention Manual)
- Rain water collection, treatment and re-use (soil, surface and groundwater protection MMR)
- Erosion & Sedimentation – storm water management (coordination with contractor)
- Oxygen and CO2, Natural gas and Building heat (gas)
- HVAC
- Partake in budgeting and the development of tender material for suppliers
- Adhere to company’s code of conduct / values while representing company at all times
What You Bring
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 4+ years working in a similar position, with site installation, mechanical design, machine construction, design specifications
- 3D modelling using Inventor or a similar program
- Ability to travel both nationally and internationally 60% of the time
- Extended periods of presence at project sites are required, ie. temporary relocation
- Strong communication skills
- Adhere to confidentiality with proprietary processes
- Preference given to candidates who have smith, mechanic or other type of craftsman expertise
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay & Benefits from Day 1: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
- 401K Match: Up to 6%
- Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, 12 paid holidays, and parental leave.
- Educational Assistance & Career Growth: Invest in your future.
- Wellness Perks: Fitness reimbursement and EAP access.
- Safety First: Company-provided PPE and programs to keep you protected.
The base salary range for this position is $115,000.00 - 135,000.00. Your base salary is determined based on location, experience and the pay of employees in similar positions.
