Mechnical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer / Reliability & Maintenance Engineering (Industrial Manufacturing)

This is not a design role - this person will work very closely with maintenance and spend about 40% of their time on the floor.

We are seeking a skilled and hands‑on Mechanical Engineer to join a leading industrial manufacturing operation in Decatur, Alabama. This role plays a critical part in supporting plant reliability, equipment performance, and continuous improvement efforts across the facility.

The ideal candidate will spend approximately 40% of their time on the production floor, working closely with maintenance, reliability, and operations teams to design, troubleshoot, and improve mechanical systems used in a heavy industrial environment. Depending on experience and background, the title may align as Mechanical Engineer, Reliability Engineer, or Maintenance Manager.

• Design, develop, and improve mechanical systems supporting industrial manufacturing equipment
• Provide engineering support for boilers, furnaces, hydraulics, and other critical utility and process systems
• Support and optimize equipment including batch ovens, rolling mills, soaking pits, and related production assets
• Conduct mechanical analysis, simulations, and performance testing to validate designs and resolve equipment issues
• Collaborate closely with maintenance, operations, electrical engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams
• Troubleshoot recurring equipment failures and drive root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Develop and review technical drawings, specifications, and documentation using CAD tools
• Support project execution from concept through installation and commissioning
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, safety regulations, and plant policies
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, uptime, safety, and cost reduction

• Bachelor’s degree (4‑year) in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• BSME strongly preferred
• Experience working in heavy industrial manufacturing environments
• Strong working knowledge of:
• Mechanical systems and equipment
• Hydraulics and rotating equipment
• Heat‑intensive processes such as furnaces and boilers
• Proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD, Solid Works, or similar)
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills and ability to work effectively in fast‑paced, production‑driven environments
• Willingness and ability to spend significant time on the manufacturing floor
• U.S. work authorization required (no visa candidates accepted)

• Prior experience in reliability engineering or maintenance‑focused role within a process manufacturing environment
• Exposure to preventive and predictive maintenance strategies
• Experience supporting capital projects or equipment upgrades in an operating plant
• Industrial manufacturing setting
• Hands‑on role with regular interaction across operations, maintenance, and engineering teams
• Emphasis on safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Bonus‑eligible position
• Opportunities for long‑term professional growth and leadership development
• Stable, collaborative, and innovative work environment