Mechanical Project Engineer

Lincoln Electric; Fort Loramie (OH); On-site; USD 77,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric Automation in Fort Loramie, Ohio, seeks a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead design, build, install, and service custom automation equipment. You will drive technical leadership, project execution, customer interaction, and mentorship from concept through commissioning.

The role requires 7+ years in manufacturing and design of automated equipment, SolidWorks proficiency, and strong collaboration across functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience preferred.
• Proficiency in CAD-based 3D modeling, including SolidWorks.
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing and design of industrial automated equipment preferred.
• Industrial hydraulic and pneumatic experience preferred.
• Team Leadership experience.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and company values.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic design activities for automation projects.
• Lead Project Team in meeting timeline and budget constraints.
• Assist in establishing project timelines and engineering resource needs.
• Support purchasing with component selection, costing, and supplier recommendations.
• Assist with equipment installation, startup, commissioning, and customer support.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, documentation, and ISO requirements.
• Coordinate creation of operator and maintenance manuals.
• Collaborate with Project Management, Engineering, Machine Builders, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams.
• Present mechanical designs and technical solutions to customers.
• Mentor and support development of junior engineers; assist in performance evaluations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support the Company's RISE Strategy.

Skills

SolidWorks

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

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Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com .

Location: Fort Loramie
Employment Status: Salary Full-Time
Function: Engineering
Pay Range: ($77,065.30 - $110,000.00)
Target Bonus: 10.0%
Req ID:30277

Summary

Join Lincoln Electric Automation in Fort Loramie, Ohio, and help deliver innovative automation solutions for manufacturers worldwide. As a Mechanical Project Engineer, you will lead the engineering efforts required to design, build, install, and service custom automation equipment. This role combines technical leadership, project execution, customer interaction, and mentorship while supporting projects from concept through commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic design activities for automation projects.


• Lead Project Team in the effort of adhering to both a challenging project timeline as well as a tight financial budget (hours and material).


• Assist in establishing project timelines and engineering resource needs.


• Support purchasing with component selection, costing, and supplier recommendations.


• Assist with equipment installation, startup, commissioning, and customer support activities.


• Develop and maintain engineering standards, documentation, and ISO requirements.


• Coordinate creation of operator and maintenance manuals.


• Collaborate with Project Management, Engineering, Machine Builders, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams.


• Present mechanical designs and technical solutions to customers.


• Mentor and support the development of new and less-experienced engineers. Assist in team performance evaluations.


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support the Company's RISE Strategy.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience preferred.


• Proficiency in CAD-based 3D modeling, including SolidWorks.


• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing and design of industrial automated equipment preferred


• Industrial hydraulic and pneumatic experience preferred.


• Team Leadership experience.


• Strong project management, problem-solving, and organizational skills.


• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and company values.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Repetition with activity; computer work. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.


• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ISO-14001: Complies with ISO 14001, and other relevant standards. Support, implement and understand the intent of the EMS policy. Participates with ISO-14001 as required.

AS 9100 w/ ISO 9001: Complies with AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 quality management system, procedures, and work instructions.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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