Mechanical Project Engineer

FutureFuel Chemical Company; Batesville (AR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

FutureFuel Chemical Company is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support Manufacturing, Utilities, and Maintenance. You will provide technical assistance, develop and implement process improvements, and design mechanical systems for the plant.

Ideal candidates have BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering and at least 3 years in manufacturing. Strong communication skills and the ability to work across multiple teams are essential.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited school.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Experience with designing and specifying manufacturing support systems.
• Knowledge of mechanical pumps, pressure, flow, and piping systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly motivated and self-directed.
• Excellent communication and ability to work with people at all levels.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Desire to learn and lead.
• Legally allowed to work in the US without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance, process improvement, and manufacturing support for chemical production.
• Develop and prioritize process improvement needs.
• Develop and support new processes for the site.
• Provide cost estimates to determine feasibility of business development plans.
• Design and plan layout of equipment.
• Troubleshoot and identify root causes of mechanical problems.
• Design mechanical process systems for the plant based on lab and pilot data.
• Apply knowledge of materials of construction, heat exchangers, pumps, piping, and other equipment.
• Work in teams or independently to increase production capacity and improve yield.

Skills

Process improvement

Manufacturing support

Troubleshooting

Creative problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Pumps

Piping systems

Heat exchangers

Centrifuges

Pressure relief devices

Job description

The Project Engineering Group includes Electrical and Mechanical Engineers and Technologists who work together to contributes to the success of the company by providing engineering support to Manufacturing, Utilities, and Maintenance. The Mechanical Engineer will work with others in the plant to:

• Provide technical assistance, process improvement, and manufacturing support for chemical production
• Develop and prioritize process improvement needs
• Develop, implement, and support new processes for the site
• Provide cost estimates to determine feasibility of business development plans
• Design and plan layout of equipment
• Provide technical assistance, process improvement, and manufacturing support for Manufacturing, Utilities, and Maintenance
• Solving mechanical engineering problems and distinguishing between the relative merits of different plans and designs
• Provide occasional civil and structural design
• Troubleshoot and identify root causes of mechanical problems
• Work with Chemical Manufacturing, Utilities, and Maintenance to provide mechanical engineering support for continued production
• Design mechanical process systems for the plant based on data collected in laboratory experiments and in pilot plant operations
• Provide knowledge of materials of construction, heat exchangers, pumps, centrifuges, pressure relief devices, piping specifications, and other industrial equipment
• Work in teams or independently to increase production capacity, improve product yield, provide safer operations, or reduce energy requirements
• Apply sound process economics analysis principles to determine and document project values
• Evaluate and specify new mechanical equipment
• Maintain awareness and ties to corporate technology and engineering resources to help implement projects
• Assist with definition and implementation of capital projects that will result in process improvements or increased capacity
• Manage several projects simultaneously and regularly communicates progress to stakeholders
• Follow safety and quality procedures
• Communicate with employees in any role group, as well as outside customers

Who We’re Looking For:

• Candidates must have a BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering school
• The preferred candidate would have at least 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing facility
• Experience with designing and specifying manufacturing support systems
• Knowledge of mechanical pump, pressure, flow, and piping systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly motivated and self-directed
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to successfully work with people from all levels and areas of the company
• Creative problem-solving skills
• The desire to learn and lead
• Legally allowed to work in the US without restrictions