Jr. Mechanical Engineer - Plant Operations Job Somerville area,Massachusetts USA,Engineering

Job Description & How to Apply Below

Help maintain reliable plant operations by coordinating preventive maintenance activities and monitoring the performance of industrial equipment and mechanical systems.
Work closely with maintenance personnel and outside service providers to coordinate repairs, resolve equipment issues, and support day-to-day facility needs.
Investigate mechanical failures and operational inefficiencies, identify root causes, and recommend improvements to minimize downtime and increase equipment reliability.
Assist with maintaining a safe and compliant operating environment by following applicable environmental, health, and safety requirements, including OSHA, EPA, and Process Safety Management (PSM) standards.
Contribute to facility improvement initiatives, equipment installations, system upgrades, and capital engineering projects from planning through implementation.
Maintain accurate equipment documentation, service histories, maintenance schedules, and spare parts records within the facility’s maintenance management system.
Support the performance and reliability of process equipment and plant utilities, including pumps, reactors, boilers, chillers, compressors, and associated piping systems.
Identify opportunities to improve maintenance practices, equipment efficiency, and overall plant performance.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering.
2+ years of engineering or maintenance experience in an industrial manufacturing, chemical processing, or similar process-oriented environment.
Working knowledge of mechanical systems, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and industrial equipment reliability.
Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems, evaluate technical issues, and develop practical solutions.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with maintenance teams and engineering personnel.
Interest in hands-on plant operations, preventive maintenance, continuous improvement, and capital project execution.