Senior Mechanical Engineer/ Utility Engineer

Umanist; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Little Rock seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and maintenance of mechanical systems in manufacturing. This full-time role requires advanced expertise and leadership to ensure operational efficiency and safety. The ideal candidate will have significant experience and a strong background in mechanical systems, project management, and engineering software.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering roles.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and optimization of mechanical systems.
• Oversee troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Manage capital projects and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Project Management

Troubleshooting

HVAC

Mechanical Systems Design

Predictive Maintenance

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer/ Utility Engineer

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Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

Job Title:

Senior Mechanical Engineer/ Utility Engineer

Location:

Little Rock, Arkansas, USA

Job Type:

Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, optimization, and maintenance of mechanical systems within our manufacturing facility. This full-time role requires advanced technical expertise and leadership capabilities to ensure the reliability, efficiency, and safety of mechanical operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, analysis, and optimization of mechanical systems, including HVAC, compressed air, and water systems.
• Oversee troubleshooting and root cause analysis of complex mechanical and utility-related issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement engineering solutions for continuous improvement.
• Manage capital projects, upgrades, and system installations, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Maintain and update mechanical schematics, documentation, and preventive maintenance plans.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
• Drive energy efficiency and cost-saving initiatives through engineering analysis and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
• 7–10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering roles within manufacturing or heavy industry.
• Expertise in mechanical systems design, maintenance, and optimization.
• Proficiency with engineering design software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, project management, and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of predictive maintenance and Industry 4.0 technologies is a plus.

Skills

compressed air, technical documentation, corrective maintenance, regulatory compliance, industry 4.0 technologies, predictive maintenance, project management, water systems, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, mechanical systems design, maintenance, HVAC, documentation, collaboration, preventive maintenance, design, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, heat transfer, basic skills, Microsoft Office Suite, air systems.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Manufacturing