Mechanical Engineer - Field Service & Industrial Repairs

Oakridgemw; Washington (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

A leading industrial solutions provider in North Carolina is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to engage directly in machining and fabrication processes. The role involves troubleshooting, designing machine parts, and collaborating closely with teams to develop practical solutions. Ideal candidates should hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering or have equivalent experience, have strong problem-solving skills, and be comfortable working in real-world settings. Competitive pay and attractive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Experience in industrial maintenance, fabrication, or field service environments preferred.
• Proven hands-on mechanical engineering experience in industrial settings.
• Experience designing custom machined components, repair parts, and short‑run or one‑off equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment in real‑world plant and field conditions.
• Comfortable working in shops, plants, and field environments as required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and see them through from start to finish.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with customers and shop personnel.
• Proficiency CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot various issues and develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Collaborate with machinists, fabricators, and field service teams.
• Design machine parts and mechanical assemblies for custom equipment.
• Design machine parts, weldments, and mechanical assemblies for custom equipment, repairs, and upgrades.
• Create and review shop‑ready drawings for machining and fabrication, ensuring manufacturability.
• Review, interpret, and work from customer drawings, prints, and documentation.
• Select materials, tolerances, and manufacturing processes for machining, welding, and industrial environments.
• Create jobs, order materials, and manage projects through machining and fabrication.
• Be present on the shop floor to answer questions, resolve issues, and support production.
• Provide technical support to sales via estimates, job scoping, feasibility reviews, and cost evaluations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting equipment

Project management

Strong communication skills

CAD software proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD software

MS Office

Project management tools

Job description

Description

About Oak Ridge Industries

Oak Ridge Industries is an innovative industrial solutions provider specializing in industrial machining, sheet metal fabrication, and mechanical field services. We support our customers with design expertise, on-site maintenance, and 24/7 emergency response, delivering reliable solutions that keep operations running. Our team is committed to minimizing downtime, improving efficiency, and making our customers’ jobs easier through responsive service and high-quality workmanship.

Position Overview

Oak Ridge Industries is currently seeking an experienced hands‑on Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in machining, fabrication, and industrial equipment. This role is not desk‑only—you will be directly involved on the shop floor, and in the field, solving real‑world problems, designing practical solutions, and managing work from concept through delivery/installation.

Key Responsibilities

• Work directly in the shop and in the field to troubleshoot various issues and develop practical, cost‑effective solutions
• Collaborate closely in‑house with machinists, fabricators, field service teams, and operators to understand problems, operating constraints, and manufacturing limitations
• Reverse engineer existing parts and equipment, including machined components, assemblies, and legacy equipment
• Design machine parts, weldments, and mechanical assemblies for custom equipment, repairs, and upgrades
• Create and review shop‑ready drawings for machining and fabrication, ensuring designs are practical and manufacturable
• Review, interpret, and work from existing customer drawings, prints, and documentation
• Select materials, tolerances, and manufacturing processes appropriate for machining, welding, and industrial service environments
• Create jobs, order materials, and manage projects through machining, fabrication, and
• Be present on the shop floor to answer questions, resolve issues, and support production
• Provide technical support to sales by assisting with estimates, job scoping, machining feasibility reviews, and cost evaluations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred (or equivalent hands‑on experience)
• Experience in industrial maintenance, fabrication, or field service environments preferred
• Proven experience as a hands‑on mechanical engineer in industrial, manufacturing, machining, or fabrication environments
• Experience designing custom machined components, repair parts, and short‑run or one‑off equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment in real‑world plant and field conditions
• Comfortable working in shops, plants, and field environments as required
• Ability to manage multiple projects and see them through from start to finish
• Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with customers and shop personnel
• Computer proficiency, including CAD software

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, accident, critical illness and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match