Mechanical Engineer - Process Improvement & New Launches

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc.; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortune Brands Innovations is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for the Meridian Maintenance Team in Idaho. The role focuses on Safety Engineering, Continuous Improvement, cost reduction, material utilization, R&D collaboration, and capital projects to improve production efficiency.

Responsibilities include optimizing legacy equipment, deploying new technologies, performing root cause analyses, and driving CI initiatives while mentoring colleagues and contributing to scalable engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years in a mechanical or manufacturing engineering role.
• Proficiency in CAD (2D & solids); Ignition and Allen Bradley PLCs are a strong plus.
• CI methodologies, root cause analysis, FMEA, and RCM experience.
• Proven project management experience from scope through execution.
• Experience working in a technical product production or industrial manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Process Optimization: Optimize current production processes and identify emerging technologies for future implementation.
• Mechanical Design: Develop mechanical designs and define precise project requirements using CAD tools.
• Equipment Management: Evaluate, test, and modify equipment to maximize safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Product Launches: Ensure successful evaluation, testing, validation, and launch of new materials, processes, and products.
• Safety Advocacy: Support and advance health and safety practices across operations.
• Data & Reporting: Analyze operational data and provide timely project reporting to stakeholders.
• Team Mentorship: Train, develop, and mentor colleagues within technical areas.

Skills

CAD (2D & solids)

CI methodologies

Root cause analysis

FMEA

RCM

Project management

Engineering experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Ignition

Allen Bradley PLCs

Job description

Fortune Brands Innovations is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for the Meridian Maintenance Team in Idaho. The role focuses on Safety Engineering, Continuous Improvement, cost reduction, material utilization, R&D collaboration, and capital projects to improve production efficiency.

Responsibilities include optimizing legacy equipment, deploying new technologies, performing root cause analyses, and driving CI initiatives while mentoring colleagues and contributing to scalable engineering solutions.