Mechanical Utilities Engineer II

Hankook Manufacturing; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Hankook Tire in Clarksville, TN, seeks a Mechanical Utility Engineer II to drive reliability and 100% uptime for tire manufacturing utilities. You will lead proactive maintenance, mentor technicians, and ensure safe, economical plant operation while improving OEE and reducing downtime.

The role emphasizes safety, quality processes, and cross-functional teamwork to deliver world-class utility performance in a 24/7 environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Knowledge of utility systems and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve utility systems in the tire plant.
• Audit readiness of maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with maintenance technicians and engineers.
• Support SAP inventory and procurement processes.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Safety mindset

Root cause analysis

Mechanical aptitude

Industrial Eng

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Mechanical Eng

Electrical Eng

Industrial Eng

Tools

SAP

Job description

**Job Title: *Mechanical Utility Engineer II*Department: Facility Technology TeamShift:** Core business hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm**Direct Report:** Maintenance Unit ManagerType: Exempt; Full-timeAbout the Mechanical Equipment Engineer II Position:We are looking for an experienced Engineer to apply, teach, and ensure the execution of a proactive maintenance system to achieve world class reliability in tire manufacturing: the expectation with utility supply of 100% uptime. As the mechanical engineer your focus will be on how to achieve that metric.Supporting Metrics will include a reduction of equipment faults and downtime/ Improved OEE/ Improved Planned Maintenance activities/ Reduction of labor and material costs/ Extended useful life of equipment/ Increased percentage of Planned Maintenance/ Elimination of conditions for accidents and injury. The engineer will ensure that the maintenance technicians have the correct tools, parts and procedures to achieve the metrics outlined above.Engineer IIresponsibilities are:Work with a “Safety Always” mindset through supporting and promoting continuous improvement of safety and health in the workplacePerform all duties with a “Quality First” mindset through improvement of work processes and procedures to eliminate and prevent defectsMaintain a “big picture” focus and understanding of the utility supply process and how it impacts the tire manufacturing processWill be responsible for all mechanical aspects relating to the supply of utilities to the facility as well as the facility itselfEquipment responsibilities include Industrial Air Compressors, Steam Boilers, HVAC Chillers, HVAC Rooftop Equipment, Pipe Systems, Pumps and TanksCommunicate information timely and clearlySupport the designation of serial numbers for components, placement of orders and record-keeping of purchases in SAP to ensure required inventory levelsCreate Consultation Forms accurately and timely with minimal assistanceMentor assistant engineers and maintenance techniciansExecute a working pattern where all work activities and plans are “audit ready”Maintain a flexible personal work schedule as TP is a 24/7 operation to ensure necessary work is completed to meet required deadlines through taking ownership in your area of responsibilityInterpret engineering specifications and solve routine and intermediate problems by applying defined procedures with proven precedentWrite engineering specificationsCapture, trend and present data in reports to the management teamPerform other duties as assigned by managementEngineer IIrequirements are:Education:(Required) bachelor's degree; mechanical/ electrical/ industrial or other engineering major(Preferred) advanced degree in a related fieldExperience:(Required) 2+ years of proven engineering experience in the manufacturing industryLanguage:(Required) good command of written and spoken EnglishSkills & Knowledge:Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenanceOperations Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properlyProduction and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goodsCritical Thinking Skills - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problemsSpeaking - Talking to others to convey information effectivelyWriting - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienceActive Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate timesReading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documentsPhysical Demands:Must be able to frequently move about the manufacturing plant campus, general office environments, production areas, and occasionally ascend/descend stairsMust be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the timeMust be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machineryMust be able to position self to file documents including the top and bottom drawers of file cabinetsMust be able to occasionally move office equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 poundsBenefits:401(k), 401(k) matchingHealth insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurancePaid Time OffPaid HolidaysHankook Tire is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.