Senior Mechanical Engineer — Automation & Process Improvement

Continental Group Sector ContiTech; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental Group Sector ContiTech is seeking a design-focused mechanical engineer to develop and implement automated equipment for new and existing products. You will lead projects from concept through installation, applying lean principles to improve safety, ergonomics, and efficiency.

The role requires a BS in industrial or mechanical engineering and 5–10 years in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with a focus on delivering actionable engineering solutions and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in industrial or mechanical engineering required.
• 5-10 Years of industrial experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Works safely and keeps work area clear of potential hazards, knows and understands company EHS policies.
• Knowledge of operating methods and procedures as they relate to their department.
• Demonstrated ability to perform assigned job functions in a manner which will consistently meet supervisor expectations.
• Deals effectively and cooperatively with established policies and procedures. Interfaces and cooperates with first line supervision effectively.
• Analytical thinking to introduce new innovations to production processes

Responsibilities

• Translate production and product requirements into actionable mechanical concepts, designs, and automated equipment solutions.
• Design, develop, and implement equipment and automated machinery according to sound engineering standards and lean principles, supporting necessary industrialization activities while improving safety, ergonomics, quality, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Develop and lead engineering projects from concept through implementation, including planning, design, testing, procurement, installation, validation, production handoff, and continuous improvement activities.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering personnel to ensure equipment designs and manufacturing solutions meet operational requirements.
• Ensure the installation, start-up, validation, and production handoff of manufacturing equipment and automated systems in accordance with established standards and production control requirements.
• Maintain documentation and records for monitoring, analyzing, and reporting equipment, process, and project performance, initiating corrective actions and continuous improvement measures as needed

Skills

Industrial engineering

Mechanical design

Lean manufacturing

Project leadership

Education

BS in industrial or mechanical engineering

Job description

Continental Group Sector ContiTech is seeking a design-focused mechanical engineer to develop and implement automated equipment for new and existing products. You will lead projects from concept through installation, applying lean principles to improve safety, ergonomics, and efficiency.

The role requires a BS in industrial or mechanical engineering and 5–10 years in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with a focus on delivering actionable engineering solutions and continuous improvement.