Mechanical Engineer I

Ellwood National Forge Company; Irvine (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellwood National Forge Company in Irvine, PA seeks a Mechanical Engineer to lead capital equipment projects, installations and start-ups at the Irvine plant and occasionally Corry/Warren. The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving and cross-functional collaboration.

You will drive manufacturing method improvements, support production to achieve best-in-class practices, implement cost reductions and ensure equipment reliability.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Manufacturing Technology or Engineering.
• Experience with metal cutting operations.
• Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Proficiency with computer tools (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Syteline).

Responsibilities

• Managing Capital equipment projects including configuration, justification, location, installation and start-up.
• Trouble shooting 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.
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary.

Skills

Strong math skills

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Self-directed

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

BSME / BSMET

EIT Certification

Tools

Syteline

Word

Excel

Project

PowerPoint

Job description

There is an opening for a Mechanical Engineer at Ellwood National Forge in Irvine, PA, however from time to time maybe assigned to work at the Corry/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
• Trouble shooting 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.
• Performs 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)

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