Mechanical Engineer

Primary Purpose of Job

Under the direction of an Engineering Lead, this position is responsible for effecting workable solutions to engineering and production problems and solving those problems rapidly and with minimum operational interference. This position does not directly supervise other personnel. The incumbent communicates continually with all levels of personnel in the Maintenance, Planning, Production, Purchasing, Human Resources, Finance, and EHS Departments, as well as with Technical Supervisors and other Engineering & Design Department personnel. Externally, they communicate with contractors, vendors, and suppliers.

Accountability Objectives

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

* Maintenance and Production Support:

o Improving the overall safety of the plant's equipment and processes.

o Providing technical support for the maintenance of complex diagnostic procedures, training programs, preventative maintenance programs, and equipment breakdowns.

o Provide troubleshooting support for plant equipment.

o Providing specialized technical expertise for the application and use of mechanical technology for plant facilities and processes.

o Planning, scheduling, and coordinating equipment installations.

o Providing engineering and consultation services in terms of diagnosis and solutions to difficult operating and maintenance problems including performing root cause analysis with the goal of equipment reliability.

o Provide continuous safe operation of mechanical equipment in area assigned by identifying potential issues and taking appropriate steps to suspend operation and provide repair solutions.

o Training technical training and coaching for maintenance supervisors, and craft personnel in area assigned.

* Project Management:

o Driving continuous improvement activities to eliminate all waste, especially as it relates to equipment downtime, safety, work practices, and employee involvement.

o Performing and/or directing the design, development, installation, cost control, and evaluation of complex engineering projects.

o Writing and/or approving engineering specifications, designs, estimates, schedules, spare parts lists, quotations, requisitions, work orders, etc.

o Developing and preparing Request for Authorizations RFAs to secure approval for capital engineering projects. Monitoring and managing these capital projects' financial changes against the approved financial budget to avoid exceeding the authorized amount and expected timeline. Preparing documentation, such as engineering and project status reports, as required. Carry these capital projects from their conception through completion.

* Engineering and Innovation:

o Providing engineering innovations intended to increase productivity, reliability and availability of plant equipment and facilities, while observing the operating areas to maintain the knowledge of the current operating conditions.

o Continuing to hone the craft of project management, engineering, and processes (project and reliability engineering) within assigned area of responsibility.

* Performing other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

For this position to be successful, the incumbent should have:

* A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution with 5 or more years of experience.

* Knowledge in design and project planning software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks and/or Microsoft Project.

* This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Preferred Qualifications

For this position to be successful, preference is given to candidates with:

* A Project Management Certification (PMP).

* 5 or more years of experience working in a heavy manufacturing environment.

* Basic knowledge and understanding of industrial hydraulics, including the ability to read and understand hydraulic schematics and the ability to troubleshoot and problem solve hydraulic circuits.

* The ability to effectively communicate (verbally and written) and delegate while maintaining forward motion on key deliverables.

* A high degree of interpersonal skills to motivate and influence others, including those not under their direct supervision.

* Demonstrated abilities of problem solving, systems thinking, project management, and team building.

Working Conditions

This position involves moderate exposure to risk of accident and requires following basic safety precautions. Work is normally performed in an interior work environment, while regularly accessing plant equipment for assessment. While not exposed to hazardous materials, this position requires wearing full PPE to protect from mobile equipment and hot materials when on the shop floor.

This position requires moderate physical activity, such as all motions necessary to inspect production equipment in and out of confined spaces.

This position also requires a willingness to maintain a flexible work schedule and travel both domestically and internationally, as requested.