Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Business Unit: MAES

Division:
Kuprion

Mac Dermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business segment of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability and sustainability in electronic materials.

Across diverse sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, infrastructure, and AI, Mac Dermid Alpha Electronics Solutions has earned the trust of manufacturers worldwide. Our comprehensive range of high-quality solutions and technical services enables the entire electronics supply chain, empowering businesses to thrive in today's competitive landscape.

We embody the "Elements of our Culture" – our 5C's:
Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, and optimization of mechanical systems and components. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong problem‑solving abilities, and cross‑functional collaboration to support product performance, manufacturing efficiency, and innovation. The ideal candidate demonstrates advanced engineering knowledge, contributes to strategic initiatives, and drives continuous improvement across processes and products.

• Lead the design, analysis, and development of mechanical systems and components from concept through production.
• Apply advanced engineering principles to solve complex technical problems and improve product performance.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and cross‑functional teams.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure effective implementation of designs.
• Maintain a solid understanding of key plant processes at primary manufacturing locations and incorporate this knowledge into engineering solutions.
• Evaluate and select materials, processes, and technologies to meet product and operational requirements.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for product or process issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, cost‑efficiency, and production reliability.
• Support testing, validation, and documentation of mechanical designs.
• Contribute to the development of intellectual property, technical standards (e.g., ASTM, ASME), and best practices.
• Develop core knowledge that advances the company’s position within the industry, including emerging technologies and methods.
• Review P&IDs, equipment layouts, utility drawings, and mechanical drawings.
• Support facility expansions, renovations, capital projects, utility tie‑ins, shutdown planning, and commissioning activities.

• Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Mechanical Engineering or related field and 11+ years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree (MS) in Mechanical Engineering or related field and 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Thorough engineering and application knowledge across mechanical design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience in chemical, specialty chemical, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, laboratory, pilot plant, or manufacturing facility environments preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with plant utilities including HVAC, chilled water, steam, compressed air, nitrogen, vacuum, exhaust, scrubbers/ventilation, and process piping is a plus.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing environments and plant operations.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams in a production or industrial setting.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects and influence outcomes.
• Proficiency in CAD software and engineering analysis tools (e.g., Solid Works, FEA, AutoCAD, simulation tools).
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, machining tolerances, and tooling (e.g.,…