Mechanical Engineer - Central Maintenance

Arconic Corporation; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Arconic Corporation in Davenport, IA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Central Maintenance team. You will apply mechanical engineering methods to support plant infrastructure and manufacturing processes, ensuring safety, reliability and efficiency.

The role emphasizes project management, collaboration across disciplines, and hands-on problem solving with machine tools, rolling equipment, and facilities. Occasional off-shift support may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Ag Engineering required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Project programs.
• U.S. work authorization required (no visa sponsorship).
• Export control compliance knowledge may be required for certain projects.

Responsibilities

• Utilize project management tools for capital improvement projects.
• Coordinate all phases of mechanical engineering projects from concept to closure.
• Manage external vendors and contractors for design and installation.
• Focus on safety, infrastructure reliability, and production improvements.
• Lead problem-solving efforts related to machine and process improvements.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Engineering experience

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Ag Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Job description

Arconic is currently in search of a Mechanical Engineer to join our Central Maintenance team based in our Davenport, IA location.

At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace with competitive benefits, development opportunities and a culture that values and rewards employees on all levels of the organization.

Job Summary

The Mechanical Engineer will provide mechanical engineering services to the Central Maintenance department to safely meet Arconic’s business plan for engineering, production, maintenance, and quality standards. In this role, you will serve as a critical team member to optimize the safety, efficiency, output, and quality of our plant infrastructure (including but not limited to machine tools & roll grinding equipment, buildings, grounds, water systems, compressed air systems, environmental systems, and cranes) and manufacturing processes. This position is responsible for mechanical system integration for assigned area projects to create, sustain, or improve manufacturing infrastructure, equipment, and processes.

The Mechanical Engineer reports to the Central Engineering and Capex Manager in the department and will work Monday through Friday during daytime hours, while supporting off-shifts as needed for your respective projects.

In this role, you will:

• Utilize project management tools for the successful implementation of both sustaining and new capital improvement projects
• Coordinate all phases of assigned area mechanical engineering projects from concept, scope development, written specifications, project safety reviews, bid solicitations, design, manufacturing, equipment commissioning, and project closure
• Manage external vendors and contractors who provide design, material, installation, and other support functions
• Focus on tactical projects in the areas of safety, infrastructure reliability, training, and production
• Lead and support the execution of problem-solving efforts related to process and machine improvements

You have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Ag Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills with the ability to work & interact at all levels of an organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Project programs.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.

Exceptional Candidates possess:

• 3 years of Engineering experience in an industrial manufacturing environment
• 1 year or more experience with aluminum rolling mill or related technology
• Experience interpreting design and control of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and/or utility systems for machine understanding and performing improvement modifications
• Experience developing and implementing mechanical engineering project work