Mechanical Engineer

Location: Hartford

Mechanical Engineer

Country

United States of America

State / County

New York

City

New Hartford

Division

Metals

Company

New Hartford/Dunkirk

Function

Engineering

Workplace Type

On-Site

Position type

Full Time

Opportunity

23127

Job Description

Summary

This position provides mechanical process engineering services for designated SMC facilities.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for evaluating and developing safe reliable and productive processes installed on time and within budget, as well as recognizing inefficiency in existing processes and implementing improvements.
• Responsible for planning and design of facilities and processes as well as providing technical support for maintaining and repair of existing.
• Develops cost estimates and implementation schedules for assigned projects.
• Prepares Safety Heath and Environmental evaluation and fail safe analyses for capital requests.
• Responsible for purchase and managing of materials and labor for installation of approved projects, including preparation of specifications and bid packages.
• Responsible for project supervision during installation and startup of approved projects.
• Responsible for project follow-up including recording of drawings and manuals, spare part recommendations, operator/maintenance training, and project post audit.

Additional Responsibilities

• Accomplishes all tasks as appropriate.

Qualifications

Education and Experience
BS / BA in Mechanical Engineering or related field
5+ years of relevant work experience

Special Skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent problem solving and time management skills.
Good mechanical aptitude and knowledge.
Knowledge of electronic equipment and computer hardware and software.
Understanding of present industrial practices and equipment.
Self-motivated and highly organized.
Continually seeks to develop and refine ones understanding of challenges facing the organization.
Possesses a working knowledge of Kaizen theories and the tools required to make theory reality.
Proficient in 3D CAD modeling
Knowledge of material selection
Knowledge of machine shop technology and practices
Knowledge / experience with energy efficiency initiatives
Good working experience / knowledge of stresses and strains as related to steel structures
Good mechanical knowledge of industrial systems such as hydraulics, pneumatics, HVAC, water cooling systems, industrial cooling towers, steam systems
Knowledge of risk analysis and machine safety best practices and standards such as ANSI B11.0 Safety of Machinery
Strong project management skills, including budget management, Gantt charts, vendor management. PMP certification is preferred.

Competencies

• Technical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Verbal and Written communication skills
• Confident decision-making ability
• Team working skills
• Record keeping. Use of technical library data and CAD repositories.
• Ability to understand and apply technical specifications such as Quality Systems manuals, industry specific specifications.
• Technical writing skills:
  Operators instructions, manuals, technical communication.

Additional Notes

• The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Physical Dimensions

Physical Demands - Frequently moves about the production facilities. Must be able to detect unsafe conditions from long distances. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment - The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid and dry/arid conditions. Frequently requires the use of personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials and conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Relocation

Relocation is authorized for this position.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $101,400 to $152,000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1.5X the Company's bonus multiple, based on the Company's performance in the applicable quarter.

Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration…