Senior Pyroprocess Mechanical Engineer, Rotary Kiln Systems

Fuller Technologies - USA; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fuller Technologies - USA is seeking a Senior Pyroprocess Mechanical Engineer for rotary kilns and related pyro equipment in Allentown, PA. You will serve as a technical lead, developing and validating designs, performing calculations, and supporting retrofit projects from design to site commissioning.

This senior role requires hands-on experience with heavy industrial equipment, SolidWorks/AutoCAD proficiency, and strong customer-facing communication. Domestic travel ~30 days/yr is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Significant experience designing heavy industrial equipment.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD.
• Hands-on experience generating drawings and engineering calculations.
• Field exposure: installation, commissioning, or troubleshooting of industrial machinery.

Responsibilities

• Own mechanical solutions for rotary kilns and pyro/process machinery—retrofits, rebuilds, upgrades, and modernization.
• Engineer aftermarket retrofits and equipment modifications that improve reliability and performance.
• Create, review, and approve detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Perform and peer-review mechanical calculations and complete design documentation packages.
• Collaborate across Sales, Customer Service, Procurement, Manufacturing, and customers to shape robust proposals.
• Support site activities: installation, commissioning, inspections, and on-site troubleshooting.
• Champion standardization and continuous improvement across the product line.
• Travel as needed for site work—approximately 30 days per year.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Mechanical design

3D modeling

Troubleshooting

Customer communication

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Senior Pyroprocess Mechanical Engineer, Rotary Kiln SystemsLocationAllentown, PAAbout the roleAt Fuller Technologies, you’ll join our Global Service Engineering team as the go-to expert for rotary kilns and related Pyro equipment serving the cement and heavy industrial sectors. Think of this as a hybrid of design authority, field problem-solver, and trusted advisor to our customers.A day in the lifeIn the morning, you might review a plant’s kiln shell ovality data and recommend a corrective plan. By midday, you’re refining a 3D model for a cooler upgrade in SolidWorks and validating supporting calculations. Later, you consult with Sales on a retrofit proposal, clarify client specifications, and wrap the day by planning a brief site visit to commission a rebuilt drive component. Your work spans the full lifecycle: assessment, design, documentation, approvals, site support, and continuous product improvement.What you’ll doOwn mechanical solutions for rotary kilns and other heavy Pyro/process machinery—rom upgrades and rebuilds to modernization and product enhancements.Engineer aftermarket retrofits and equipment modifications that improve reliability, performance, and maintainability.Troubleshoot complex mechanical issues and translate findings into clear corrective actions.Create, review, and approve detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.Perform and peer-review mechanical calculations and complete design documentation packages.Collaborate across Sales, Customer Service, Procurement, Manufacturing, and directly with customers to shape robust technical proposals.Interpret customer specs and evaluate existing equipment to define the right technical path forward.Support site activities: installation, commissioning, inspections, and on-site troubleshooting.Champion standardization, value engineering, and continuous improvement across our product line.Mentor colleagues and provide technical leadership within cross-functional teams.Travel as needed for site work—pproximately 30 days per year.What you bringBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related discipline).Significant experience designing heavy industrial equipment.Proficiency with SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD.Hands-on experience generating/reviewing drawings, equipment designs, and engineering calculations.Background in aftermarket projects: retrofits, rebuilds, upgrades, and modernization.Field exposure: troubleshooting, inspection, installation, or commissioning of industrial machinery.Strong analytical judgment and customer-facing communication skills.Comfort operating independently as a senior technical resource.PreferredCement industry background.Experience with rotary kilns, industrial furnaces, rotary dryers, coolers, preheaters, combustion systems, or similar large rotating/process assets.Exposure to mining, minerals processing, or bulk material handling equipment.OEM or engineered-to-order (ETO) environment experience.Tools & technologiesCAD: AutoCAD, SolidWorksKeywords you’re confident inMechanical Design & Engineering, CAD Software, 3D Modeling, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Product Engineering, Heavy Industrial Equipment, Rotary Kiln, Cement, Bulk Material Handling.