Mechanical Engineer III

Covestro AG; Deerfield (MA); On-site; USD 89,500 - 127,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Job summary

Covestro AG in South Deerfield, MA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to support manufacturing processes and lead capital and reliability projects. The role focuses on safe, responsible, and efficient production of Thermoplastic Polyurethane and Polycarbonate films.

Expect competitive pay, annual bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits. Ideal candidates hold a mechanical engineering degree with significant manufacturing experience, with CAD and SAP familiarity and a proven ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 6 years in manufacturing/engineering, or a Master's degree with at least 2 years in manufacturing/engineering.
• Thermoplastic film extrusion and web handling experience.
• CAD and SAP desirable; strong Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Integrates incident-free workplace culture into all activities.
• Manages mid-level safety projects and participates on site safety teams.
• Investigates safety concerns and proposes solutions.
• Leads small to medium capital projects on time and within budget.
• Provides engineering support to complex capital and continuous improvement projects.
• Updates SOPs and trains operators for capital project activities.
• Applies root cause analyses to equipment reliability issues.
• Supports production during startup of new equipment.

Job description

## Mechanical Engineer IIIApplylocations: South Deerfield, MAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: JR-2026-00133We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18,000 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place.# What We OfferThe Mechanical Engineer III is responsible for supporting manufacturing processes at the Covestro South Deerfield Site. This includes the implementation of capital and reliability projects to allow for the safe, responsible, and efficient production of both Thermoplastic Polyurethane and Polycarbonate films.The salary range for this position is between $89,500 - $127,800.This is a full-time role that includes competitive pay, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, 401K with company match, retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, parental leave and medical, dental and vision coverage (no waiting period).**Major Responsibilities*** Integrates the site's incident free workplace culture into all activities* Manages mid-level safety related projects and actively participates on site safety teams* Investigate and propose solutions for standard safety related concerns* Management of Change activities for standard process and project activities* Routinely leads small and medium level site capital projects on time and within budget, participates in large site improvement projects.* Provides necessary engineering support to complex capital and continual improvement projects across the site* Capable of using the tools for managing site annual capital budget and participates in longer term planning.* Identifies improvement projects and opportunities at the site.* Provides technical support to the production and maintenance teams in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.* Develops and utilizes root cause analysis techniques to identify issues with processing equipment or reliability problems.* Provides day-to-day support of production for troubleshooting during start-up of new equipment.* Capable of updating Standard Operating Procedures as well as providing operator training activities for capital project activities.* Understands the business and economic drivers for the site and for their projects.# What You Offer**Basic Qualifications*** Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering degree and at least 6 years in a manufacturing or engineering environment OR* Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering degree and at least 2 years in a manufacturing or engineering environment**Preferred Qualifications*** CAD, Project, SAP desirable* 6+ years in a manufacturing or engineering environment* Advanced Degree Desirable but not required* Professional registrations and/or certifications are desirable* Theromoplastic film extrusion and web handling* Prior project management of various size and scope projects* Microsoft Office products**Knowledge & Skills:*** Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills.* Practices active listening skills, able to communicate openly and effectively, providing timely and relevant feedback to facilitate appropriate actions by self and others.* Relates well to people at all levels in the organization and possesses a balanced sensitivity to safety, employee concerns and business needs.* Able to function as a peer in a team environment and lead cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of results.* Diligent and conscientious worker, self-motivated, self-starter and possessing self-directive capabilities.#LI-AD1.### **YOUR APPLICATION**Are you as curious, courageous and colorful as we are? If so, we can offer you an exciting career opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application and resume. Become part of our team - apply now!Equal Employment Opportunity: Hiring and advancement are based on job-related requirements and on an individual's qualifications to perform a job. All aspects of employment are carried out free of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disabilities, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression or any unlawful criterion, existing under applicable federal, state, or local law.