Mechanical Engineer

KOCH Finishing Systems; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Indiana is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to oversee design aspects of automated paint finishing projects. The ideal candidate will collaborate with various internal teams, ensuring project delivery aligns with specifications and timelines. This entry-level position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and proficiency in Autodesk products. Join a dynamic team focused on innovation and quality in the industrial machinery sector.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with estimating team during project phases.
• Accountable for all design aspects and supervise team members.
• Prepare comprehensive system layouts and floor plans.
• Provide engineering leadership during design reviews and inspections.
• Ensure equipment meets performance objectives and safety standards.
• Size and specify equipment and design elements.
• Prepare purchase specifications and develop BOMs.
• Assist manufacturing with technical interpretations.
• Ensure regulatory compliance in designs.
• Conduct reviews and problem-solving sessions.

Skills

Innovative thinking

Proficiency in Autodesk products

Proficiency in MS Office

Ability to travel domestically and internationally

Proficiency in a second language

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Field experience with installation of finishing equipment

Professional Engineering license

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Advance Steel

Navisworks

Job description

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As a Mechanical Engineer at Koch Finishing Systems, you will play a crucial role in the development and execution of automated paint finishing projects. Collaborating closely with customers, estimators, project managers, and various internal teams, you will be responsible for overseeing all design aspects of projects from conception to completion. Your diligence, technical expertise, and leadership skills will ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to customer specifications.

Essential Responsibilities

• Collaborate with estimating team during preliminary engineering, project pursuit and proposal phases.
• Take accountability for all design aspects of projects and supervise engineering and design team members.
• Prepare comprehensive system layouts, floor plans, P&IDs, and mass balances for major projects.
• Provide engineering leadership throughout design reviews, quality inspections, installation, and startup phases.
• Ensure equipment and materials meet contract performance objectives, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
• Size and specify equipment and design elements, and order cost‑efficient equipment as needed.
• Prepare purchase specifications, develop Bill of Materials (BOMs), and support equipment expediting.
• Assist manufacturing and field activities with technical interpretations and problem‑solving.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and industrial safety standards are met in all designs and specifications.
• Organize and conduct reviews and problem‑solving sessions within the organization.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated innovation and continuous improvement mindset.
• Proficiency in Autodesk products such as AutoCAD, Inventor, Advance Steel, and Navisworks.
• Proficiency in MS Office products.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Proficiency in a second language is a plus.

Education, Training, And/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Field experience with installation and startup of finishing or specialized processing equipment.
• Professional Engineering license preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Including disability/veteran

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing