Sr Mechanical Engineer

Continental

$88K — $105K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. Degree in industrial or mechanical engineering required.
  • 5-10 years of industrial experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Strong commitment to safety and adherence to EHS policies.
  • Familiarity with operating methods related to manufacturing processes.
  • Proven ability to meet and exceed supervisor expectations.
  • Effective collaboration with supervisors and adherence to policies.
  • Strong analytical skills for producing innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Translate production needs into mechanical designs and automated equipment.
  • Design and implement machinery based on lean practices and engineering standards.
  • Lead engineering projects from concept to implementation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturability and operational efficiency.
  • Oversee installation and validation of manufacturing equipment.
  • Document and analyze performance metrics for continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Full-time position with regular business hours and on-call duties.
  • Potential for some travel to support project implementation.
  • Comprehensive safety training provided for all employees.
Full Job Description
Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Design, develop, and implement mechanical equipment and automated machinery to support new and existing products. Plan, implement, and maintain mechanical engineering projects and activities in order to meet plant objectives while initiating and supporting continuous improvement of relevant processes.

This position is full-time during regular business hours and is on-call when necessary. Some travel may be required for this position.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:
  • Translate production and product requirements into actionable mechanical concepts, designs, and automated equipment solutions.
  • Design, develop, and implement equipment and automated machinery according to sound engineering standards and lean principles, supporting necessary industrialization activities while improving safety, ergonomics, quality, and manufacturing efficiency. Prepare feasibility studies, cost analyses, and equipment recommendations to support capital investment and process improvement initiatives.
  • Develop and lead engineering projects from concept through implementation, including planning, design, testing, procurement, installation, validation, production handoff, and continuous improvement activities. Evaluate overall performance, analyze results, and implement corrective actions as required.
  • Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering personnel to ensure equipment designs and manufacturing solutions meet operational requirements and support manufacturability objectives.
  • Ensure the installation, start-up, validation, and production handoff of manufacturing equipment and automated systems in accordance with established standards and production control requirements.
  • Maintain documentation and records for purposes of monitoring, analyzing, and reporting equipment, process, and project performance, initiating and implementing corrective actions and continuous improvement measures as needed


Qualifications

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE:
  • B.S. Degree in industrial or mechanical engineering required.
  • 5-10 Years of industrial experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Works safely and keeps work area clear of potential hazards, knows and understands company EHS policies.
  • Knowledge of operating methods and procedures as they relate to their department.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform assigned job functions in a manner which will consistently meet supervisor expectations.
  • Deals effectively and cooperatively with established policies and procedures. Interfaces and cooperates with first line supervision effectively.
  • Analytical thinking to introduce new innovations to production processes

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job posting.

Additional Information

THE ENVIRONMENT
  • Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as... (i.e., safety glasses, safety shoes, gloves etc).
  • The job is within a non-climate-controlled environment where you will be exposed to temperature swings (hot/cold), forklift and pedestrian traffic, and noise.
  • The role involves various physical tasks, including lifting and operating machinery, with comprehensive training provided.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:
  • Occasional Stand, Drive,
  • Occasional demands of wrist movement, grasping, lifting and fine manipulations
  • Frequent Sitting, Walking
  • Constant vision demands

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