Mechanical Engineer

MIER RECRUITMENT; Fairdale (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MIER RECRUITMENT seeks a Mechanical Engineer for an established client in Fairdale, KY. The role focuses on designing and improving manufacturing equipment, with CAD modeling, BOM creation, and detailed engineering drawings using SolidWorks or AutoCAD.

You will perform mechanical calculations, select components, and apply DFM/ DFA principles to optimize maintainability and performance. The position involves troubleshooting, installations, and maintenance planning to enhance reliability and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; P.Eng. designation required.
• 2–5 years in manufacturing, industrial engineering, or mechanical systems preferred.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and root cause analysis is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design and improve manufacturing equipment and tooling using CAD.
• Perform mechanical calculations including load, stress, torque and power sizing.
• Create 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and BOMs using SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
• Design and modify components such as frames, shafts, gears, and conveyors.
• Specify motors, gearboxes, pumps, hydraulics, and pneumatic systems.
• Apply DFM/ DFA principles for manufacturability and ease of maintenance.
• Conduct design reviews and feasibility assessments for reliability and cost.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and perform root-cause analysis.
• Support equipment installations, retrofits, and maintenance planning.

Skills

Mechanical design

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Project coordination

Documentation

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

P.Eng. designation

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Fairdale, KY
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: $70,000-$90,000/year
Work Model: In Office

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Our client in Fairdale, KY is actively looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join their team.

Position Description:

• Design, develop, and improve manufacturing equipment, industrial machinery, tooling, fixtures, conveyors, material handling systems, and mechanical assemblies.
• Perform mechanical engineering calculations, including load analysis, stress analysis, torque and power requirements, component sizing, shaft and bearing selection, and power transmission design.
• Develop 3D CAD models, 2D engineering drawings, assembly drawings, fabrication drawings, equipment layouts, and bills of materials (BOMs) using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar software.
• Design and modify mechanical components, including frames, brackets, shafts, couplings, gears, bearings, and other machine elements.
• Specify mechanical components and systems, including motors, gearboxes, drives, pumps, hydraulic cylinders, pneumatic actuators, and power transmission equipment.
• Select appropriate materials and components based on operating conditions, load requirements, durability, wear resistance, manufacturability, and cost.
• Apply design-for-manufacturing (DFM), design-for-assembly (DFA), and design-for-maintenance principles to optimize equipment design, fabrication, installation, and servicing.
• Conduct design reviews, feasibility assessments, and engineering evaluations to ensure designs meet performance, reliability, safety, cost, and maintenance requirements.

Equipment Reliability and Troubleshooting:

• Troubleshoot mechanical failures, investigate recurring equipment issues, and perform root cause analysis to determine underlying problems.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive engineering solutions to reduce equipment failures, unplanned downtime, and production interruptions.
• Evaluate equipment performance, downtime records, maintenance history, and failure data to identify opportunities for improved reliability, throughput, cycle time, and operational efficiency.
• Conduct equipment inspections and mechanical assessments to recommend repairs, redesigns, component replacements, and system upgrades.
• Recommend and specify spare parts, replacement components, and equipment improvements to enhance availability, standardization, and maintainability.
• Support preventive maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives to extend equipment service life and improve overall equipment effectiveness.

Production and Project Support:

• Lead or support equipment modifications, retrofits, tooling improvements, automation initiatives, and mechanical upgrades.
• Support equipment installation, commissioning, validation, and startup to ensure systems meet design specifications and operational requirements.
• Develop engineering solutions for new equipment installations, customized machinery, manufacturing process improvements, and automation projects.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical specifications, equipment requirements, cost estimates, project proposals, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with equipment manufacturers, machine shops, vendors, contractors, and suppliers to review designs, clarify technical requirements, and resolve engineering issues.
• Support capital expenditure projects, including equipment evaluation, technical procurement, design review, implementation, commissioning, and post-installation performance assessments.
• Maintain accurate engineering drawings, design calculations, equipment specifications, revision records, and engineering change documentation.
• Establish and maintain engineering design standards, drawing controls, equipment specifications, and change management procedures.

Health and Safety Responsibilities:

• Comply with applicable occupational health and safety legislation, regulations, company policies, and established safety procedures.
• Properly use and wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Identify and report workplace hazards, unsafe conditions, regulatory violations, and potential risks of workplace violence or harassment to the appropriate supervisor.
• Never remove, disable, or render ineffective a protective device without an adequate temporary replacement. Ensure the original protective device is restored immediately upon completion of the work.
• Operate equipment and perform duties in a manner that protects the health and safety of all employees.
• Understand and follow safe work practices, procedures, and equipment operating requirements.
• Attend all required health and safety training programs, including WHMIS and workplace orientation, and apply the training to daily activities.

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, machine design, industrial equipment, and mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in developing 3D CAD models, 2D engineering drawings, assemblies, fabrication drawings, and BOMs using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar software.
• Ability to perform mechanical engineering calculations involving loads, stresses, torque, power transmission, tolerances, fits, and component sizing.
• Experience with industrial machinery and mechanical components, including motors, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, gears, shafts, couplings, belts, and chains.
• Understanding of material selection, machining and fabrication processes, tolerance analysis, and design-for-manufacturing principles.
• Ability to interpret and develop engineering drawings, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), equipment layouts, technical specifications, and mechanical schematics.
• Knowledge of equipment guarding, industrial safety requirements, applicable engineering codes, and design standards.
• Experience with equipment troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, equipment reliability, failure analysis, and root cause analysis.
• Ability to evaluate existing equipment and recommend mechanical redesigns, retrofits, and modifications to improve performance and reliability.
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), maintenance planning, and equipment performance metrics.
• Strong technical documentation, analytical, problem-solving, and project coordination skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and engineering data analysis.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is required.
• Two to five years of experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, equipment reliability, or mechanical systems is preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting industrial machinery and mechanical equipment is preferred.
• Experience with preventive maintenance, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives is an asset.
• Experience supporting equipment installations, equipment upgrades, or manufacturing process improvements is desirable.