MS Mech Mtn Project Eng

North American Stainless; Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

North American Stainless is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to provide professional engineering services and technical support to Maintenance and Operations for facility and equipment improvements. You will analyze machinery, lead projects from concept to installation, ensure OSHA compliance, assess ROI, and drive continuous improvement across the plant.

This role requires a BS/BA in mechanical engineering, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and the ability to work safely in a heavy

Qualifications

• Minimum of Technical Degree (BS/BA) from an approved university/college.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing/plant environment with safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and defines machinery and equipment to improve quality, productivity, repair damaged equipment, save money, improve safety, and increase production line up-time.
• Purchases new equipment and engineers retrofits to improve quality and uptime.
• Defines projects, creates specs, obtains bids, and coordinates with maintenance and operations for installation.
• Provides coordination and administration for CIP Projects.
• Adheres to OSHA regulations in engineering design, construction, maintenance and installation.
• Keeps abreast of new equipment and techniques through journals, associations, vendors, and training.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

BS/BA in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

This position is responsible for providing professional Mechanical Engineering service and technical support to Maintenance and Operation departments for the improvement of facilities/equipment at NAS.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Analyzes and defines machinery and equipment to improve quality, productivity, repair damaged equipment, save money, improve safety, improve environmental impact, and increase production line up-time.
• Purchases new equipment, re-engineers and/or retro-fits machinery and equipment that needs upgrading, is damaged, is poorly designed or is incorrectly used in order to improve quality and productivity, to repair damaged equipment, to save money and to improve production line up-time.
• Defines and scopes projects, makes engineering drawings or layouts, creates equipment specifications, creates contracts, calculates ROI's, writes engineering reports, makes cost estimates, obtains bids, makes recommendations to management, obtains approval to purchase necessary equipment and materials, and works with Maintenance and Operations Personnel to retro-fit and install.
• Provides coordination and administration for CIP Projects throughout the plant.
• Follows OSHA regulations as it applies to engineering design, constructions, and maintenance and equipment installation to assure NAS compliance to safety and health requirements.
• Keeps abreast of new equipment and techniques by reading appropriate journals; associating with professional organizations, trade associations, colleagues, equipment vendors, service companies, consultants, and government agencies; and attending conferences, training courses, and continuing education courses as appropriate.

SUPPLEMENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Other duties as assigned
• Participation in relevant continuous improvement programs
• Set appropriate performance management expectations for direct reports
• Lead by example
• Encourage, and assist in sustaining correct behaviors
• Incorporate, facilitate, and embrace change
• Be receptive, and provide adequate feedback for developmental purposes

MINIMUM EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of Technical Degree from approved University/College (BS/BA)

PHYSICAL ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Mobility in plant
• While performing the duties of (this job), the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, etc.
• The employee is frequently required to make use of their hands for technical tasks
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Visual ability with or without correction
• Communication abilities

HEALTH AND SAFETY:

• Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations
• Comply with company safety rules, policies, procedures, as well as job specific work instructions and JSAs.
• Report the absence of or defect in any personal protective equipment or clothing to the Supervisor or Manager immediately
• Use and wear the personal protective equipment, protective devices and clothing that is required. The following is the minimum:
• Metatarsal boots
• Safety glasses
• Hearing protection
• Hard HatSome areas may require additional personal protective equipment such as:
• Respirators; the respirator requires you to be clean shaven in order to comply with company policies and procedures as well as OSHA Regulations.
• Fire Retardant clothing
• Acid PPE
• Report to the Safety Coordinator, Group Lead or Supervisor any contravention of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations or Company policies or procedures
• Must follow all Lockout Tag out (LOTO) guidelines for designated equipment and machinery
• Must follow all Environmental Policies and Regulations
• Maintain a clean and safe work area

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations
• Clean, well ventilated and safe work areas.

HUMAN RESOURCES:

• Abiding by the Acerinox Code of Conduct
• Keeping oneself informed through your company email account
• Maintaining your Dynamic Policy Profile and all assigned learnings therein
• Abiding by all security procedures
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to learn, adapt, and retain information
• Must have strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills