Project & Equipment Engineer

Kao EMEA & Americas; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Washing Systems, LLC (WSI), now part of the Kao family, seeks a highly self-motivated Engineering Specialist to join our Engineering/Equipment Department in Cincinnati, OH. Reporting to the Manager of Engineering, this role covers equipment activities, engineering projects, and providing expert technical guidance.

You will organize projects, manage installation and maintenance, evaluate designs, and work with customers, vendors, and field technicians to deliver solutions and drive cost reduction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 1–2 years of applicable experience.
• Equivalent military education with 4+ years of applicable experience accepted.
• High school diploma or GED with 8+ years of applicable experience accepted.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills preferred.
• Strong computer skills and ability to work independently.
• AutoCAD and PLC programming experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage engineering projects.
• Manage installation, testing, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment.
• Direct, evaluate, and confirm product design and changes.
• Consult with customers, vendors and field technicians to solve issues and/or arrange resources for projects.
• Perform administrative functions such as evaluating and writing reports and approving expenditures.
• Develop and implement policies, standards, and procedures for the engineering work performed.
• Initiate, plan and participate in equipment modifications and project improvements for quality, productivity and cost reduction.
• Identify advanced technologies and applications for potential business development.
• Evaluate engineering/equipment processes and SOPs to identify areas of improvement.
• Assist Director of Engineering in coordinating work to support project management and day-to-day operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Military education with 4+ years experience

High school diploma or GED with 8+ years experience

Tools

AutoCAD

PLC programming

Job description

Washing Systems, LLC (WSI), now part of the Kao family, seeks a highly self-motivated Engineering Specialist to join our Engineering/Equipment Department in Cincinnati, OH. Reporting to the Manager of Engineering, this role covers equipment activities, engineering projects, and providing expert technical guidance.

You will organize projects, manage installation and maintenance, evaluate designs, and work with customers, vendors, and field technicians to deliver solutions and drive cost reduction.