Mech Mtc Project Engineer – Hot Mill – Career and Co-op Office |Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for providing professional Mechanical Engineering service and technical support to Maintenance and Operation departments for the redesign, modification, re-engineering and retro-fitting of machinery and equipment to improve quality and productivity.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Coordinates and sets priority for the projects in the respective
Analyzes and defines machinery and equipment problems to improve quality, productivity, repair damaged equipment, save money, and increase production line
Re-designs, re-engineers and /or retro-fits machinery and equipment that needs upgrading, is damaged, is poorly designed or is incorrectly used in order to improve quality and productivity, to repair damaged equipment, to save money and to improve production line up-time.
Defines and scopes projects, makes engineering drawings or layouts, writes engineering reports, makes cost estimates, obtains bids, writes work orders, makes recommendations to management, obtains approval to purchase necessary equipment and materials, and works with Maintenance and Operations Personal to retro-fit and install.
Communicates and coordinates with Maintenance Personnel to provide technical expertise and support on the full range of maintenance projects and programs to reduce maintenance costs, avoid costly downtime, and increase equipment utilization.
Works closely with accounting personnel to insure proper coding of all
Follows OSHA regulations as it applies to engineering design, constructions, maintenance, and equipment installation to assure NAS compliance to safety and health
Keeps abreast of new equipment and techniques by reading appropriate journals associating with professional organizations, trade associations, colleagues, equipment vendors, service companies, consultants, and government agencies, and attending conferences, training courses, and continuing education courses as appropriate

SUPPLEMENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Other duties as assigned
Participation in relevant continuous improvement

MINIMUM EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of Technical Degree from approved University/College. (BS/BA)
Basic computer skills
One year experience needed in Industrial

PHYSICAL ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Mobility in plant
While performing the duties of (this job), the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, etc.
The employee is frequently required to make use of their hands for technical tasks
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Visual ability with or without correction
Communication abilities

HEALTH AND SAFETY:

Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
Follow Company safety rules
Report the absence of or defect in any protective equipment or clothing to the Supervisor or Manager immediately
Use or wear the equipment, protective devices or clothing that is required to be used or worn:
- Safety shoes
- Safety glasses
- Hearing protection
- Hard Hat
Some areas may require additional personal protective equipment such as:
- Respirators; the respirator requires you to be clean shaven in order to comply with company policies and procedures as well as OSHA Regulations.
- Fire Retardant clothing
- Acid PPE
Report to the Safety Coordinator, Group Lead or Supervisor any contravention of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations or Company policy
Must follow all Lock out Tag out (LOTO) guidelines for designated machines
Must follow all Environmental Policies and Regulations
Maintain a clean and safe work area