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Mechanical Engineer

Kawneer España, Massena, NY, United States


Job Summary
Mechanical Engineer to join our team based in Massena, New York. The role will assist with development, management, and implementation of capital projects, major repairs, maintenance projects, and provide process engineering support. The engineer will develop technical solutions, including automation, to solve equipment and process problems identified via data analyses.

Responsibilities

Lead automation and other capital projects, including specification and qualification of equipment, justification of costs, PEHSRs, leadership of contracted and internal resources, and implementation into manufacturing operations

Participate in development of long-range process and facilities planning, capital expenditure and cost savings programs

Provide engineering innovations that will improve process control, product quality and business productivity and assist with the development of a strategic plan to increase use of automation

Maintain knowledge of current and new technologies to identify opportunities to implement into our manufacturing operations

Participate in developing and executing solutions for improving the overall safety of equipment through involvement with safety teams and ASAT ownership

Act as technical support resource to aid equipment troubleshooting and problem solving

Demonstrate effective workload balance and project management skills for multiple simultaneous projects

Demonstrate ability to work independently and with cross‑functional teams

Also Note

Must be able to sit or stand at a computer workstation 25% of the time.

Must be able to walk in steel‑toed, metatarsal boots 75% of the time.

Must be able to wear required PPE (hard hat, hearing protection and safety glasses 100% when in the mill).

Must be able to change priorities frequently without losing momentum on progress.

Must be capable of reading, comprehending and implementing new information.

Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.

Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.

Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.

Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting constructive feedback and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technologies from an accredited institution.

Some mechanical engineering experience.

Knowledge of engineering fundamentals.

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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

5 or more years of experience working in heavy industry; especially in a maintenance or engineering role

The ability to engage with employees at all levels of the organization

Project management experience

Attention to detail and ability to rapidly respond to project demands and problems

Base Salary Range
$75,000.00 - $110,000.00

Benefits
401(k) + match, vacation, holidays, health insurance, sick leave.

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