Mechanical Engineer

Integrated Resources, Inc ( IRI ); City of Corning (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Corning, NY. The role requires 7+ years of mechanical design experience and proficiency in SolidWorks. Responsibilities include providing detailed mechanical designs, managing installation and debugging processes in manufacturing environments, and collaborating with multi-functional teams to ensure successful project completion. The position offers a standard work schedule of Monday–Friday with potential overtime, and may involve up to 25% domestic travel.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of mechanical equipment design experience.
• Proficient with SolidWorks.
• Competent with structural FEA analysis.
• Ability to effectively manage trades executing installation.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with internal project team to understand design requirements.
• Independently develop approaches to solutions.
• Responsible for installation and debug at the factory site.
• Coordinate installation plan with safety and plant receivers.

Skills

Mechanical equipment design experience

SolidWorks proficiency

Structural FEA analysis

Implementation of machine guarding and safety standards

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Technology

Job description

Duration:12 months, possibility of extension

Location: Corning, NY

Job Description:

Education:

BS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Technology required

7+ years

Travel Requirements:

Domestic travel up to 25% to vendor or plant sites

Work Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week with overtime as required

Summary

A senior mechanical design engineer responsible for providing detailed mechanical designs of handling and process equipment. Responsible for all aspects of the design, build, and debug of equipment including vendor management. Provides hands‑on mechanical support for the installation, start‑up, and debug of glass manufacturing process equipment.

This role includes working with a multi-functional team (mechanical, electrical, controls, facilities, IT, operations, etc.) and involves the application of mechanical principles such as mechanics, hydraulics, thermodynamics, metallurgy, and machine design used for the design, production, operation, and use of machinery of all types.

Requirements

• 7+ years of mechanical equipment design experience
• Proficient with SolidWorks
• Competent with structural FEA analysis
• Experience with design, installation, start‑up, and debug of robust mechanical equipment suitable for manufacturing environments
• Ability to effectively manage mechanical and electrical trades executing equipment installation and debug
• Knowledge of machine guarding and safety practices and standards (OSHA, etc.)
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to collaborate and work with diverse teams (skills, gender, culture, race, etc.)

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with internal project team to understand design requirements
• Independently determine and develop approaches to solutions
• Responsible for installation and debug at factory site
• Provide hands‑on input and insight into equipment installation and troubleshooting
• Verify equipment build and layout aProductst drawings
• Coordinate installation plan with safety and plant receivers
• Confer with Client engineers and vendors to resolve equipment installation or build discrepancies