Mechanical Engineer
Listed on 2026-06-18
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering -
Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Quality Engineering, Process Engineer
Our client is a global leader in caramel colors and specialty caramel ingredients, with over a century of experience supporting the food and beverage industry! They offer a broad portfolio of clean-label solutions, including liquid and powdered caramel colors, burnt sugars, and syrups used across a wide range of applications. Known for their quality, consistency, and innovation, our client serves customers around the world.
We’re seeking a Mechanical Engineer who thrives on improving performance, reliability, and efficiency. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to optimize equipment, support impactful capital projects, and ensure all systems meet the highest sanitary and food safety standards. It’s a hands‑on opportunity for someone who enjoys tackling real‑world manufacturing challenges, driving continuous improvement, and making a direct impact on production performance every day.
Key Responsibilities- Improve reliability and performance of industrial processing and packaging equipment
- Design and support mechanical systems (heating, cooling, fluid handling, structural modifications)
- Troubleshoot failures and lead root cause analysis to minimize downtime
- Manage capital projects from specification through installation and commissioning
- Create and maintain technical drawings and documentation (e.g., AutoCAD)
- Collaborate cross‑functionally (maintenance, operations, automation) to improve efficiency and maintenance practices
- Ensure compliance with FDA, HACCP, and other safety/regulatory standards
- Drive continuous improvement in throughput, efficiency, and operational risk
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 3–7 years of experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
- Experience troubleshooting and improving mechanical equipment
- Ability to work cross‑functionally with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams
- Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
- Experience in food, beverage, ingredient, pharmaceutical, or other regulated manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with powder or bulk ingredient handling systems
- Knowledge of sanitary equipment design
- Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma experience
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