Senior Mechanical Engineer, Automated Finishing Systems

George Koch Sons, LLC; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Koch Finishing Systems is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead design from concept to startup for automated paint finishing projects. You will work with customers, estimators and project managers to ensure on-time, budget-aligned deliveries with strict quality standards.

The role requires hands-on experience with finishing equipment, travel, and strong leadership in design reviews and field support. A PE license is preferred, and collaboration across teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated innovation and continuous improvement mindset.
• Proficiency in Autodesk products such as AutoCAD, Inventor, Advance Steel, and Navisworks.
• Proficiency in MS Office products.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Proficiency in a second language is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Field experience with installation and startup of finishing or specialized processing equipment.
• Professional Engineering license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with estimating team during preliminary engineering, project pursuit and proposal phases.
• Take accountability for all design aspects of projects and supervise engineering and design team members.
• Prepare comprehensive system layouts, floor plans, P&IDs, and mass balances for major projects.
• Provide engineering leadership throughout design reviews, quality inspections, installation, and startup phases.
• Ensure equipment and materials meet contract performance objectives, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
• Size and specify equipment and design elements, and order cost-efficient equipment as needed.
• Prepare purchase specifications, develop BOMs, and support equipment expediting.
• Assist manufacturing and field activities with technical interpretations and problem-solving.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and industrial safety standards are met in all designs and specifications.
• Organize and conduct reviews and problem-solving sessions within the organization.

Skills

Innovation mindset

Travel availability

Second language

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Advance Steel

Navisworks

MS Office

Job description

Koch Finishing Systems is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead design from concept to startup for automated paint finishing projects. You will work with customers, estimators and project managers to ensure on-time, budget-aligned deliveries with strict quality standards.

The role requires hands-on experience with finishing equipment, travel, and strong leadership in design reviews and field support. A PE license is preferred, and collaboration across teams is essential.