Sr Engineering Specialist

Sr. Engineering Specialist - Mechanical

Location(s):
Laurel, MS, US, 39441

Nearest Major Market:
Hattiesburg

The Mechanical Engineer will regularly support the mechanical systems within an assigned area of the mill and will occasionally be asked to provide engineering support for other areas. Works closely with other area personnel of various disciplines. Will be asked to lead some area‑specific capital projects as well as mechanical troubleshooting efforts. Will need a firm grasp of mechanical engineering fundamentals.

• Mechanical Engineering support for mill area needs to maintain production
• Specify, support, and troubleshoot mechanical equipment including motors, couplings, clutches, gearboxes, fans, pumps, hydraulic/pneumatic equipment, steam systems, conveying (mechanical or pneumatic), and piping/ductwork
• Occasional structural analysis/design work
• Occasional psychrometric analysis
• Work with maintenance resources on troubleshooting and equipment modifications
• Lead and offer mechanical engineering support for capital projects
• Coordinate with Electrical and Process Engineers, as well as area operations and maintenance
• Define scopes of work with contractors and clearly communicate scheduling coordination efforts
• Create and update drawings in Autocad

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• 4+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer or related preferred
• Hydraulics experience is a plus
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic schematics, fan/pump curves, P&IDs, etc.
• Familiar with Autocad

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.