Mechanical Engineer: Process & Equipment Optimization

Golden-Aluminum-2; Fort Lupton (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Health Savings Account

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Gym membership reimbursement

Annual profit sharing

Job summary

Golden Aluminum in Fort Lupton, CO seeks a Mechanical Engineer to lead design, development, and implementation of equipment and process improvements across the facility. You will work with management to deliver projects that enhance efficiency, safety, and reliability in the rolling mill environment.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, proficient SolidWorks/AutoCAD, and the ability to read schematics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years manufacturing experience.
• Project management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to work extra hours and respond to maintenance emergencies as needed.
• Familiarity with aluminum rolling mill operations preferred.
• SolidWorks Professional, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, layout, and install facility and manufacturing equipment.
• Manage project costs against budget.
• Project management responsibilities from concept to bid, cost justification and control.
• Collaborate with managers to ensure efficient operation and maintenance improvements.
• Conduct process or equipment capability studies and propose improvements.
• Identify technical problems and provide practical solutions for projects.
• Provide engineering solutions to ensure process capability and capital improvements.
• Formally communicate project costs, recommendations, and concerns to management.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Teamwork

Overtime readiness

Mill operations familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Golden Aluminum in Fort Lupton, CO seeks a Mechanical Engineer to lead design, development, and implementation of equipment and process improvements across the facility. You will work with management to deliver projects that enhance efficiency, safety, and reliability in the rolling mill environment.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, proficient SolidWorks/AutoCAD, and the ability to read schematics.