Maintenance Mechanical Engineer

NS BlueScope; Kalama (WA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan

healthcare (medical, dental, and vision)

short and long term disability

paid time off

Job summary

NS BlueScope is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Kalama, WA, to lead the design and installation of mechanical projects. This role involves ensuring daily maintenance of equipment and promoting continuous improvement within the team.

Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience with a minimum of 5 years in mechanical roles. Responsibilities include directing equipment design, analyzing failures, and optimizing maintenance practices. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 15 years in mechanical engineering.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in a Mechanical Engineering role.
• Experience in industrial maintenance, preferably 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Directs design and installation of replacement equipment.
• Implements process equipment improvements.
• Leads mechanical project design and development.
• Develops work plans and prioritizes repairs.
• Keeps engineering documentation up to date.
• Optimizes spares and provides training.

Skills

Project Management

Mechanical Analysis

AutoCAD

SAP

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

15 years in mechanical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Complex tools and machines

Job description

For over 100 years, BlueScope continues to build on our reputation of quality brands and products, leading technology and a customer-first spirit. Through our global brands, we are one of the largest manufacturers of building solutions in the world. Our diverse, bright and inspired workforce is committed to bettering the communities we serve through breakthrough thinking and innovations. Your goals, ideas and perspective can help shape our future – we look forward to hearing them!

Mechanical Engineer

Kalama, WA

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Welcome to Steelscape. Our team of 400 people is our strength, and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We love what we do. We’re a leading west‑coast manufacturer of coated and painted metal for construction providing enduring products, inspiring design options and superior customer experience – building a foundation of strength, beauty and performance within our communities. We sit alongside our colleagues at ASC Profiles as part of NS BlueScope Coated Products North America (CPNA), a joint venture between BlueScope and Nippon Steel. Working in close-knit teams, our culture feels like a local business while benefiting from the scale of the group and global organization. Joining the Steelscape team means you’ll play your part in our ongoing success as we consistently deliver for our customers and strengthen our communities, now and into the future.

Purpose

As a member of the CPNA Maintenance and Engineering team, directs the design and installation of new or replacement electrical and automation equipment, develops standards for reliability and guidelines for engineering and maintenance activities on said equipment, and ensures engineering drawings and technical information are kept up to date for equipment identified. In addition, the Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the daily maintenance activities on equipment and systems within the mechanical engineer’s responsibility and may also support other maintenance activities during breakdowns, line shuts, annual shuts or when the need arises.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Directs the design and installation of new or replacement equipment.
• Identifies and implements process equipment improvements utilizing reliability‑based maintenance philosophy.
• Leads the design and development of mechanical projects and initiatives within the plant.
• Works with planners/schedulers to develop detailed shutdown work plans, establishes repair priorities through communication with the operating departments, line maintenance associates and planners, and keeps planners informed of the status of equipment repair. Documents activities and status in the work orders.
• Ensures engineering drawings, maintenance procedures and technical information are kept up to date.
• Provides direction to maintenance associates and contract labor.
• Optimizes spares holding levels, develops efficient supply contracts and minimizes stock holding costs.
• Develops and organizes training programs for maintenance associates that apply to operations, maintenance and safety.
• Carries out root cause analysis on equipment failures and takes appropriate measures to prevent failures from recurring. Assists other maintenance activities across CPNA as required.

Skills & Competencies

Technical Ability

• Ability to effectively manage projects from conception to completion, including budgeting, design, manpower allocation, timeline development, documentation and technical instruction.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems through application of principles of mechanics, electricity, and fluid dynamics to machines and equipment.
• Ability to understand the operation of moderately complex tools, machines and systems.
• Ability to operate and understand a variety of computer applications and systems such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and SAP.

Other Requirements

• Drive for Results
• Drive to develop effective teams/projects
• Process Management
• Intellectual Horsepower
• Written Communications
• Functional/Technical skills

Education & Experience Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or 15 years of experience in a mechanical engineering role.
• 5 years’ experience in a Mechanical Engineering role.
• 2 years industrial maintenance engineer experience.

Preferred

• 5 years industrial maintenance engineer experience.
• Heavy Manufacturing experience in the implementation of automation projects with successful cost and performance outcomes.
• Project management experience.

Salary Range

This position’s estimated annual base salary is $115,000.00 - $142,000.00. Actual base salary will be dependent on an individual’s skills, qualifications, and experience. This role is eligible for a targeted 15% bonus, 401(k) savings plan, healthcare (medical, dental and vision), and other generous rewards.

Arbitration Notice

Steelscape LLC (and its related BlueScope companies) requires all new hires to sign a Mutual Arbitration Agreement as a condition of employment. This agreement provides that any employment-related disputes between you and the Company will be resolved through final and binding arbitration rather than in court, except where prohibited by law. The agreement also includes a class and collective action waiver, meaning claims must be brought on an individual basis. Applicants may review a copy of the agreement upon request prior to signing.

Additional Information

The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job. Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level.

The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope. To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement.

EEO

BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.