Mechanical Engineer

Katalyst-Healthcares-; Covington (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst-Healthcares- is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to evaluate and optimize packaging equipment and production lines, from fillers through end-of-line palletizing systems.

The engineer will develop technical specifications for equipment modifications and product changeovers, support packaging process improvements, and lead AutoCAD layout development and 3D model coordination within the overall plant design environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (B.E.).
• 5–10+ years in packaging, dairy or hygienic processing preferred.
• Experience evaluating packaging equipment and line layouts.
• Strong AutoCAD and 3D model coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate packaging equipment performance from fillers to secondary packaging.
• Support EOL systems including palletizing operations.
• Coordinate with equipment vendors for specifications and changes.
• Develop technical specs for equipment modifications and changeovers.
• Provide engineering support for process improvements and line optimization.
• Develop and modify packaging line layouts using AutoCAD.
• Coordinate 3D models within the plant design environment.
• Leverage offshore 3D modeling resources when needed.
• Review layout impacts, equipment placement, and utility requirements.
• Assist integration of new equipment into existing lines.

Skills

Mechanical Eng

Packaging Equipment

AutoCAD

3D Modeling

EOL Palletizing

Vendor Coordination

Plant Layout

Technical Specs

Process Improvement

Equipment Placement

Navisworks

Constructability

Education

B.E. degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

3D Modeling

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to evaluate and optimize packaging equipment and production lines, from fillers through secondary packaging and end-of-line (EOL) palletizing systems. The engineer will coordinate with equipment vendors, develop technical specifications for equipment modifications and product changeovers, support packaging process improvements, and lead AutoCAD layout development and 3D model coordination within the overall plant design environment.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Evaluate the suitability and performance of packaging equipment, from fillers through secondary packaging.
• Support End-of-Line (EOL) systems, including palletizing operations.
• Coordinate and work closely with equipment vendors.
• Develop and finalize technical specifications for equipment modifications and packaging/product changeovers.
• Provide engineering support for packaging process improvements and optimization.
• Develop and modify packaging line layouts using AutoCAD.
• Lead the coordination and integration of 3D models within the overall plant design environment.
• Leverage offshore support for additional 3D modeling hours on a project-by-project basis when required.
• Review layout impacts, equipment placement, and utility requirements.
• Support the integration of new packaging equipment into existing production lines.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (B.E.).

Experience:

• 5-10+ years of experience in the relevant domain is preferred.
• Experience in the Food & Beverage industry, ice cream manufacturing, or hygienic/clean-process industries is preferred.

Required Skills:

• Mechanical Engineering.
• Packaging Equipment Evaluation.
• Packaging Line Layout Development.
• AutoCAD.
• 3D Model Coordination and Integration.
• End-of-Line (EOL) Systems and Palletizing.
• Equipment Modification and Product Changeovers.
• Technical Specification Development.
• Packaging Process Improvement and Optimization.
• Equipment Placement and Utility Requirements.
• Vendor Coordination.
• Plant Layout Engineering.

External Skills & Expertise:

• Mechanical Engineering.
• Ice Cream Manufacturing.
• Dairy Industry.
• Food Processing Industry.
• Hygienic Equipment Design.
• Sanitary Equipment Design.
• Process Equipment.
• Tanks and Vessels.
• Mix Preparation Systems
• Pumps and Pumping Systems
• Heat Exchangers and Plate Heat Exchangers
• Homogenizers.
• Pasteurizers.
• Refrigeration Systems Interface.
• Ammonia Refrigeration Awareness.
• Utility Systems.
• Compressed Air Systems.
• Chilled Water Systems.
• Glycol Systems.
• Steam Systems.
• Equipment Layout Development
• Plant Layout Engineering
• Mechanical Design Review
• 3D Model Review
• Navisworks.
• AutoCAD.
• Constructability Reviews
• Vendor Coordination
• Technical Bid Evaluation
• Equipment Specification Development
• Site Engineering Support
• Equipment Installation
• Brownfield Plant Modifications
• Capital Projects
• Commissioning Support
• Startup Support
• Reliability Improvement.
• Maintenance Engineering.
• ASME Standards.
• Food Safety Environment.