Senior Mechanical Engineer

s a Senior Mechanical Engineer you will do researches, plans, designs, develops, and implements/installs mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. A Senior Professional position applies advanced knowledge of a job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex. Spend approximately 80% of time on the production floor in high-temperature, high-noise environments (hearing protection required) around moving equipment and heavy machinery, 10% at a desk on computer, and 10% in meetings.

• Salary: $100,000 - $120,000/year + 10% annual target bonus.
• Experience: 5+ years in manufacturing industry.
• Education: BS in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) required.

• Provide mechanical expertise across single or multiple plant areas.
• Lead continuous improvement, corrective action activities, and projects.
• Offer technical support to internal customers.
• Manage projects including new machine installations and upgrades ($50K-$5M scope).
• nalyze project requirements, address design parameters and engineering challenges to deliver accurate, timely, and budgeted solutions.
• Oversee project workflow, supporting internal and external resources for on-time delivery, quality standards, and budget adherence.
• Ensure compliance with all safety objectives and legal requirements.
• Monitor and evaluate existing systems, processes, and technologies; recommend modifications to improve quality and efficiency.
• Serve as mechanical lead through all project phases: design, fabrication, implementation, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), commissioning, and daily operation.

• Develop and manage engineering drawings using Autodesk products (AutoCAD Mechanical, Inventor, Vault).
• Create and finalize designs meeting project scope, safety requirements, Bill of Materials, and spare parts needs.
• Collaborate with vendors and manage external contractors for installations.
• Conduct project/equipment risk assessments and implement safety countermeasures.
• Perform machine FAT, startup, and commissioning.

• 3D modeling experience (SolidWorks, Inventor).
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic and conveying systems.
• BS in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams.

• Manufacturing environment experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Inventor.
• Solid background in machine design.
• Critical thinking and exceptional problem-solving skills.
• bility to work independently and in teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, resourceful, highly motivated mindset suited to high-output environments.