McWane Ductile-New Jersey Mechanical Process Engineer
McWane Ductile-New Jersey Mechanical Process Engineer
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Job Description
OVERVIEW
The Mechanical Process Engineer will be responsible for improving plant processes optimizing ergonomic conditions and supporting Environmental and Safety teams with mechanical engineering projects. This role will require managing projects that enhance equipment performance ensure workplace safety and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The position also involves troubleshooting mechanical design and collaboration with production maintenance and quality teams to improve overall plant efficiency.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design implement and commission robust and costefficient machinery that improves throughput uptime and safety while minimizing maintenance needs.
- Collaborate with department supervisors managers and hourly employees to ensure engineering solutions align with operational needs and safety standards.
- Support Environmental and Safety teams with mechanical engineering projects related to compliance ergonomics and process safety improvements.
- Ensure all designs and projects comply with OSHA safety regulations and environmental requirements prior to implementation.
- Identify and implement process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency reduce waste and optimize workflows.
- Manage multiple projects including budgeting parts sourcing scheduling contractor coordination and installation.
- Utilize Lean methodologies and Six Sigma principles to drive continuous improvement and maintain high production standards.
- Troubleshoot equipment failures perform root cause analysis and develop corrective action plans to prevent recurring issues.
- Create and maintain detailed engineering drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
- Ensure technical documentation is accurately maintained including machine drawings spare part lists and preventive maintenance instructions.
- Work with maintenance electrical and production teams to resolve equipment issues with urgency and effectiveness.
- Develop and sustain relationships with vendors mechanical contractors and suppliers to ensure efficient procurement and project execution.
- Provide training and guidance to production and maintenance teams on new equipment and process changes.
- Perform any additional duties as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work environment characteristics & physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
FUNCTION FREQUENCY
- Sitting Less than 50%
- Standing/Walking More than 50%
- Talking/Listening More than 80%
- Vision Requirements More than 80%
- Hand/Finger Dexterity Reaching with Arms and Hands (Operating machinery computer keyboards etc.) More than 80%
- Pushing/Pulling Less than 50%
- Bending Stooping Crouching Less than 30%
- Lifting more than 50 lbs. Less than 25%
- Outside Temperatures More than 50%
- Exposed to fumes or airborne particles (PPE provided) More than 50%
- Exposure to loud noise More than 50%
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties
Qualifications :
- Required: Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Preferred: 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferably in process improvement or reliability engineering.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems including pumps motors gearboxes hydraulic & pneumatic systems and structural components.
- Experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD for design and documentation purposes.
- Knowledge of process improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings specifications maps and engineering documents.
- Familiarity with OSHA regulations environmental standards and ergonomic best practices in a manufacturing setting.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with the ability to conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
- Excellent project management skills including the ability to manage budgets timelines and crossfunctional collaboration.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to interact professionally across all levels of the organization.
- Selfmotivated and capable of handling multiple projects in a fastpaced environment.
- Ability to speak read and understand English fluently.
Additional Information :
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation disability veteran or service member status marital status citizenship status (In IL sex including same sex ancestry order of protection status physical or mental disability military status pregnancy unfavorable discharge status genetic information) (In IA gender identity) (In CA gender identity or expression and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal state or local law.
McWane Ductile is a Drug and AlcoholFree work environment. Successful candidates must pass a preemployment background check drug screening and physical.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation disability veteran or service member status marital status citizenship status (In IL sex including same sex ancestry order of protection status physical or mental disability military status pregnancy unfavorable discharge status genetic information) (In IA gender identity) (In CA gender identity or expression and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal state or local law.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
