Mechanical Reliability/Project Engineer

Worthington Steel, Inc.; City of Rome (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Profit sharing

Paid vacation

11 holidays

Boot allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

On-site gym

Barbershop

Coffee and beverages

Job summary

Worthington Steel, Inc. in Rome, NY is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support a 24‑hour facility, focusing on equipment reliability and capital projects.

You will lead root-cause analysis, partner with Maintenance and Operations, and drive improvements across slitting lines, rolling mills, hydraulics, and cranes. This role offers hands-on problem solving on the plant floor and opportunities for career growth in a safety-conscious manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with hydraulic systems, rotating equipment, power transmission, bearings, gearboxes, pumps, and industrial machinery is preferred.
• Proficiency using CAD and SolidWorks software.
• Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary mechanical engineering resource for a 24-hour facility.
• Troubleshoot complex equipment failures with Maintenance and Operations.
• Support the reliability and performance of slitting lines, rolling mills, hydraulic systems, overhead cranes, conveyors, and material handling equipment.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Identify and implement reliability improvements that increase uptime, safety, quality, and productivity.
• Design, modify, and document mechanical system upgrades and equipment improvements.
• Lead capital projects from concept through startup, including budgeting, equipment selection, vendor management, scheduling, installation, commissioning, and startup.
• Coordinate contractors and outside vendors performing maintenance, equipment installations, and capital improvements.
• Develop specifications and evaluate bids for new equipment, replacement components, and contracted services.
• Develop and improve preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for critical production equipment.
• Identify and procure critical spare parts to improve equipment reliability.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate daily with production, maintenance, purchasing, contractors, and corporate engineering resources.
• Mentor maintenance personnel by providing technical guidance and engineering support.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with company safety standards, OSHA regulations, and applicable engineering codes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Project management

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Worthington Steel is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Rome, NY. Our plant processes steel primarily for the automotive industry, and this position plays a critical role in keeping our equipment operating safely, reliably, and efficiently.

This position serves as the primary engineering resource supporting our slitting lines, rolling mills, hydraulic systems, overhead cranes, and material handling equipment. Working closely with Maintenance and Operations and provides hands‑on technical support, leads equipment reliability improvements, and manages capital and continuous improvement projects.

This role offers an excellent combination of daily problem solving, equipment reliability, and project engineering in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Benefits

• Benefits Starting Day One – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, with 87% of medical premiums covered by the company
• 401(k) – 3% company contribution plus a 2% company match
• Quarterly Profit Sharing Bonuses
• Paid Vacation plus 11 Paid Holidays
• $180 Annual Boot Allowance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• $5,000 Adoption Assistance
• On‑site Fitness Center
• On‑site Barbershop
• Complimentary Coffee & Hot Beverages
• Career Growth Opportunities in a collaborative, safety‑focused manufacturing environment

Pay

• Salary Range: $80,000 to $115,000 per year. Quarterly profit sharing 15%.
  • The anticipated starting salary will be based on the selected candidate's experience, education, skills, and other job‑related factors.

Schedule

Full‑time‑Employees are expected to be on‑site, with scheduled hours flexibility based on production schedules, equipment installations, and project requirements. As a member of the engineering team supporting a 24‑hour manufacturing operation, occasional evening, weekend, or off‑hours support may be required during equipment failures, major maintenance outages, and capital installations.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary mechanical engineering resource supporting a 24‑hour manufacturing facility.
• Partner with Maintenance and Operations to safely troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment failures while minimizing downtime.
• Support the reliability and performance of slitting lines, rolling mills, hydraulic systems, overhead cranes, conveyors, and material handling equipment.
• Lead root cause investigations of recurring equipment failures and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Identify and implement reliability improvements that increase equipment uptime, safety, quality, and productivity.
• Design, modify, and document mechanical system upgrades and equipment improvements.
• Lead capital projects from concept through completion, including budgeting, equipment selection, vendor management, scheduling, installation, commissioning, and startup.
• Coordinate contractors and outside vendors performing maintenance, equipment installations, and capital improvements.
• Develop specifications and evaluate bids for new equipment, replacement components, and contracted services.
• Develop and improve preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for critical production equipment.
• Identify and procure critical spare parts to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate daily with production, maintenance, purchasing, contractors, and corporate engineering resources.
• Mentor maintenance personnel by providing technical guidance and engineering support.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with company safety standards, OSHA regulations, and applicable engineering codes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related engineering discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3–5 years of engineering experience in manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with hydraulic systems, rotating equipment, power transmission, bearings, gearboxes, pumps, and industrial machinery is preferred.
• Experience managing engineering or capital projects.
• Proficiency using CAD and SolidWorks software.
• Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred

• Experience supporting steel processing, metals manufacturing, automotive suppliers, or other continuous manufacturing operations.
• Experience with rolling mills, slitting lines, overhead cranes, and material handling equipment.
• Knowledge of Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), Preventive Maintenance (PM), Predictive Maintenance (PdM), and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Familiarity with vibration analysis, lubrication best practices, welding and fabrication, and industrial hydraulics.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and applicable mechanical engineering standards.

Why Join Worthington Steel?

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you'll have a direct impact on the performance of our manufacturing operation. You'll solve real‑world equipment challenges, lead meaningful capital projects, and work alongside experienced maintenance and operations teams to improve safety, reliability, and productivity every day.

This is an opportunity for an engineer who enjoys being on the plant floor, tackling complex mechanical problems, leading projects from concept to startup, and making a visible impact within the manufacturing operation.