Mechanical Engineer - Lumber Equipment Design & Startups

Spi Ind; Eugene, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent low-cost health benefits

Retirement plan with employer-paid 401

Paid vacation and holidays

Career growth—train and promote from内

Job summary

Sierra Pacific Industries, a fourth‑generation family‑owned company, seeks a Mechanical Engineer for our Eugene, Oregon location. You will design and rebuild lumber manufacturing equipment, develop improvements, and lead assemblers and machinists while collaborating with operations to address full application needs.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree and hands‑on experience with SolidWorks/3D modeling; hydraulics, drives, welding, and machining are preferred competencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field; equivalent experience.
• 1 year experience in the lumber industry and/or machine design preferred
• Experience with SolidWorks or 3D modeling software required; FE A analysis experience is a plus
• Knowledge of hydraulics, drives, welding, and machining preferred

Responsibilities

• Design and rebuild lumber manufacturing equipment.
• Assist in development and improvement of lumber processing equipment.
• Model detailed concepts and designs using 3D modeling software.
• Provide leadership and direction to assemblers and machinists.
• Work with operations to understand applications and needs.
• Coordinate activities for development of new equipment.
• Plan and supervise equipment installation, upgrades, and start-ups.
• Continually learn and improve knowledge of the industry and equipment.

Skills

3D modeling

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Sierra Pacific Industries, a fourth‑generation family‑owned company, seeks a Mechanical Engineer for our Eugene, Oregon location. You will design and rebuild lumber manufacturing equipment, develop improvements, and lead assemblers and machinists while collaborating with operations to address full application needs.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree and hands‑on experience with SolidWorks/3D modeling; hydraulics, drives, welding, and machining are preferred competencies.