Mechanical System Engineer

VTech Solution; Waynesboro (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology and engineering firm is seeking a Mechanical System Engineer to ensure the long-term performance of equipment and optimize system health. This entry-level contract position will involve routine monitoring of system parameters and collaboration with various teams to implement maintenance strategies. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and be familiar with work management software. Knowledge of predictive technologies and problem-solving abilities are essential for making informed engineering decisions.

Qualifications

• Entry level position with a focus on engineering and information technology.
• Required to develop strategies for optimum use of resources.
• Must hold self and others accountable for results.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine trending of system parameters to identify early signs of equipment issues.
• Work cross‑functionally with schedulers, operators and maintenance.
• Lead root cause evaluations and corrective action plans for equipment failures.

Skills

Strong communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration

Proficiency in work management software [Maximo]

Familiarity with maintenance practices for mechanical components [pumps and/or valves]

Knowledge of causal analysis methodologies

Ability to solve problems and make sound engineering decisions

Job description

Mechanical System Engineer

Duration: 6 Months

Location: Waynesboro, GA 30830

Position Overview

The mechanical system engineer ensures sustained long‑term equipment performance. System engineers integrate reliability strategies into station operations, focusing on proactive identification and resolution of equipment issues before failure. The system engineer collaborates with maintenance, fleet engineering and operations teams to optimize asset health, minimize risk, and maintain compliance with regulatory and corporate standards.

Key Responsibilities

Performance Monitoring & System Health

• Perform routine trending of system parameters to identify early signs of equipment issues.
• Work cross‑functionally with schedulers, operators and maintenance to ensure work needed for system reliability is performed at the right time and with proper quality.
• Perform routine system walkdowns to identify degrading equipment early.

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Review and update existing maintenance strategies to account for industry best practices and lessons learned from previous implementations of maintenance.
• Lead root cause evaluations and corrective action plans for equipment failures.
• Drive initiatives for long‑term planning and life‑cycle management of critical assets.
• Participate in industry benchmarking.
• Ensure compliance with Maintenance Rule (10 CFR 50.65) and SNC quality standards.

Required Qualifications

Behavioral Attributes

• Strong communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration.
• Accepts ownership of assigned programs, projects and tasks.
• Develops strategy for optimum use of resources.
• Works through conflicts to create win/win situations.
• Holds self and others accountable for results.
• Values diversity and respects the dignity of every individual.
• Assumes personal responsibility for individual and company successes.

Desired Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in work management software [Maximo].
• Familiarity with maintenance practices for mechanical components [pumps and/or valves].
• Knowledge of causal analysis methodologies (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, Root Cause Analysis) and predictive technologies.
• An ability to solve problems and make sound engineering decisions, based on experience and appropriate industry practices, in order to make timely decisions which might impact plant safety and reliability.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Contract

Job Function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Technology, Information and Internet