Mechanical Engineer

Colorado Psychiatric; Fort Lupton (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k company match

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Health Savings Account with companyCon

Tuition reimbursement

Gym membership reimbursement

Profit sharing

Job summary

Golden Aluminum in Fort Lupton, CO, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to lead design, installation, and optimization of facility and production equipment. You will manage budgets, drive projects from concept to cost justification, and support maintenance, regulatory compliance, and training across the plant.

The role requires 3–5 years manufacturing experience, a Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent, and strong collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 3–5 years manufacturing experience
• Project management experience preferred
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics and pneumatics
• Read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Willingness to work extra hours as needed
• Familiarity with aluminum rolling mill operations

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, layout, and install facility and manufacturing equipment
• Manage costs against budget
• Lead project management from concept to cost justification
• Coordinate maintenance improvements and process enhancements
• Provide engineering support for plant modifications and regulatory compliance
• Communicate project costs and recommendations to management
• Respond to maintenance emergencies as needed

Skills

Project management

Mechanical systems

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Schematics reading

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Overtime readiness

Education

BEng Mechanical Engineering or related

Equivalent experience

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

PM software

Job description

Description:
The future. It’s on you. You & Golden Aluminum. We are a continuous casting aluminum rolling mill who established operations in 1984 and located in Fort Lupton Colorado, 35 miles north of downtown Denver. We care about our environment, our people, and our community. We’re honored to be selected by the Department of Energy to receive up to $22.3 million in investment supporting our Nexcast Mini Mill and other breakthrough projects which will steer the aluminum industry toward a greener, decarbonized future.

Compensation & Benefits:

· 401k company match

· Medical, dental and vision coverage

· Health Savings Account with generous company contributions

· Tuition and gym membership reimbursement

· $85,000 - $110,000 per year

· Participation in annual profit sharing plan

· Much more!

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to actively engage with the management team to develop, design, manage, and implement projects affecting the facility and production processes while providing engineering support for plant modifications, maintenance, regulatory compliance, and equipment and procedural training as required.

· Design, plan, layout, site development, and installation of facility and manufacturing equipment

· Manage costs against budget

· Project management responsibilities to include solution concept generating, project cost justifying, identifying and qualifying contract bids, assessing and controlling costs, maximizing return on capital projects, and evaluate engineering controls and options to improve efficiencies and reduce costs

· Work with managers to ensure efficient operation of equipment, identify and address process and preventative maintenance improvements

· Conduct process or equipment capability studies and propose improvements for approval

· Identifies technical problems and practical solutions appropriate to the size and complexity of projects

· Provides engineering solutions to management to ensure full process capability and offer suggestions for continuous improvements and capital improvements

· Formally communicate projects, costs, recommendations, and concerns to management team

· Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience.

· 3-5 years manufacturing experience

· Project management experience preferred

· Knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial machinery.

· Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.

· Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

· Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

· A willingness to work extra hours and respond to maintenance emergencies as needed.

· Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to aluminum rolling mill operations preferred.

· SolidWorks Professional, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office experience preferred.

Because Golden Aluminum thrives on the power of diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect, and contribution, we are committed to giving every qualified applicant and employee an equal opportunity.