Mechanical Engineer I

Ellwood National Forge Company; Corry (Erie County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellwood National Forge Company in Corry, PA, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to lead capital equipment projects, installation, and start-up, with occasional assignments at Irvine and Warren plants. The role emphasizes developing new manufacturing methods and supporting production to achieve best-in-class practices.

Minimum qualifications include a 4-year engineering degree, experience with metal cutting operations, GD&T, and strong math, communication, and team leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree in Manufacturing Technology or Engineering or related field.
• Experience in metal cutting operations.
• Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• Computer skills (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Syteline).
• Ability to work independently on projects.
• Ability to lead and direct team efforts.
• Strong math skills and problem solving ability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with installation and commission of newly purchased equipment and relocation of refurbished/existing equipment.
• Detail oriented with the ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Managing of Capital equipment projects (new and re-builds), configuration, justification, location, installation and start-up
• Troubleshooting of equipment and in-house processes as required
• Developing and assisting with implementation of new and improved manufacturing methods
• Interface with and support production to achieve Best in Class practices
• Devise and implement process improvements and cost reduction
• Assist maintenance to improve equipment reliability and productivity
• Setting clear expectations for team members and evaluate needs of team
• Solve organizational and production problems.
• Research, develop, collect and report information on the ability and capacity of company products and competing equipment.
• Perform other duties as deemed necessary.

Skills

Strong math skills

Problem solving

Strong written and verbal

Independent work

Team leadership

Education

BSME / BSMET

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

EIT Certification

Tools

Syteline

Mastercam

Job description

Mechanical Engineer

There is an opening for a Mechanical Engineer at Ellwood National Forge in Corry, PA, however from time to time may be assigned to work at the Irvine/Warren plants.

The Engineer is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Managing of Capital equipment projects (new and re-builds), configuration, justification, location, installation and start-up
• Troubleshooting of equipment and in-house processes as required
• Developing and assisting with implementation of new and improved manufacturing methods
• Interface with and support production to achieve Best in Class practices
• Devise and implement process improvements and cost reduction
• Assist maintenance to improve equipment reliability and productivity
• Setting clear expectations for team members and evaluate needs of team
• Solve organizational and production problems.
• Research, develop, collect and report information on the ability and capacity of company products and competing equipment.
• Perform other duties as deemed necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• 4 year degree in Manufacturing Technology or Engineering or related field
• Experience in metal cutting operations
• Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Computer skills (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Syteline)
• Ability to work independently (self-directed) on projects
• Ability to lead and direct team efforts
• Strong math skills and problem solving ability
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with installation and commission of newly purchased equipment and relocation of refurbished/existing equipment
• Detail oriented with the ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with medium and large machine tool builder and/or refurbishing operations
• Maintenance background
• BSME / BSMET
• EIT Certification
• CAM experience (Mastercam)

Education

Bachelors of Mechanical Engineering (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer – minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities /sexual orientation/gender identity.

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