Senior Mechanical Engineer

Woodgrain; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Woodgrain is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead capital projects at the Towanda manufacturing plant. You will partner with plant leadership, production, and maintenance to solve equipment and process problems from concept to startup.

This role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and 3+ years in manufacturing, strong knowledge of mechanical systems, and proven project management and root-cause analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Industrial, or related field).
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting, including engineering design and project management.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, materials, industrial equipment, and manufacturing processes.
• Proven root cause failure analysis and corrective action experience.
• Strong project management, organization, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; CAD and project management software preferred.
• Starting compensation based on years and type of experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify improvement opportunities and lead root cause failure analysis on equipment and process issues.
• Develop and present corrective solutions; troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and process problems.
• Lead capital and expense projects from concept through startup and commissioning.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Project management

Root cause analysis

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

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About Woodgrain:

Woodgrain is one of the top millwork operations in the world, with locations throughout the United States and Chile. With 70 years of quality manufacturing craftsmanship and service, Woodgrain is a top producer of mouldings, doors, and windows, as well as a premier distributor of specialty building products. Woodgrain Inc. is headquartered in Fruitland, Idaho with six divisions and over 45 manufacturing and warehouse facilities in the United States and South America. Since 1954, Woodgrain is proud to be family owned and operated.

Position Summary:

The Senior Mechanical Engineer leads capital projects and engineering improvements in the Towanda manufacturing plant, from concept and justification through design, installation, and startup. The role partners with plant leadership, production, and maintenance to solve equipment and process problems, and delivers projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Engineering and Design

• Identify improvement opportunities and lead root cause failure analysis on equipment and process issues.
• Develop and present corrective solutions; troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and process problems.
• Work with designers on equipment layouts, specifications, and system designs; review CAD drawings and technical documents for accuracy and compliance with standards

Project Management

• Lead capital and expense projects from concept through startup and commissioning.
• Define scope, schedule, resources, and cost estimates; prepare ROI justifications for upper management.
• Manage budgets and milestones; coordinate contractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Supervise site work and verify installations match drawings, specifications, and schedule.

Safety, Collaboration, and Strategy

• Ensure projects, contractors, and employees follow plant safety procedures, engineering codes, and regulatory requirements; identify and mitigate project risks.
• Communicate project status and risks to plant leadership and stakeholders.
• Provide technical support to maintenance and production, and contribute to long‑term plant engineering strategy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Industrial, or related field).
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting, including engineering design and project management.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, materials, industrial equipment, and manufacturing processes.
• Proven root cause failure analysis and corrective action experience.
• Strong project management, organization, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; CAD and project management software preferred.
• Starting compensation based on years and type of experience.

Office and plant floor work in an industrial setting, including standing, walking, and working near operating equipment. Must follow all PPE and safety requirements.

Management Discretion:

This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties or qualifications. Employees follow the chain of command and all company policies and procedures. Management may modify duties and assign additional responsibilities as business needs require.

Summary of Company Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with a Company Match
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D
• Employer Paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Hospital and Accident Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 8 Company Paid Holidays & 1 Floating Holiday
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Woodgrain is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Woodgrain is a drug, alcohol, and tobacco-free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon pre-employment background and drug screening, and some positions require a fitness for duty test.