Senior Mechanical Engineer

The ideal candidate has experience with heavy industrial plant engineering, capital project management, Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Vault, machine installations, Factory Acceptance Testing, and equipment commissioning . This individual will lead capital projects involving new machinery, equipment upgrades, and plant improvements ranging from $50, 000 to $5 million .

Senior Mechanical Engineer
HIGHLIGHTS
Location: Graniteville, SC, US (Onsite)
Position Type: Direct Hire
Residency Status: Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Relocation Assistance: Not available

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to provide mechanical engineering expertise within a heavy industrial manufacturing plant. This individual will lead capital projects involving new machinery, equipment upgrades, and plant improvements ranging from $50, 000 to $5 million.

The ideal candidate has experience with heavy industrial plant engineering, capital project management, Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Vault, machine installations, Factory Acceptance Testing, and equipment commissioning.
Key Responsibilities
Capital Project Management

• Lead mechanical engineering projects involving new machine installations, equipment upgrades, and plant improvements.
• Manage capital projects ranging from approximately $50, 000 to $5 million, ensuring they are completed accurately, on time, and within budget.
• Analyze project requirements, design parameters, and engineering challenges to develop effective solutions.
• Coordinate project workflows and manage internal resources, equipment vendors, and external contractors.

Mechanical Engineering & Design

• Serve as the mechanical engineering lead through all project phases, including design, fabrication, implementation, testing, commissioning, and daily operation.
• Develop and manage engineering drawings using AutoCAD Mechanical, Autodesk Inventor, and Autodesk Vault.
• Create and finalize designs that meet the project scope of work, engineering standards, and safety requirements.
• Develop and manage Bills of Materials and spare-parts requirements.

Equipment Installation & Commissioning

• Work closely with vendors and external contractors during equipment fabrication and installation.
• Lead machine Factory Acceptance Testing, machine start-up, and commissioning activities.
• Support newly installed or upgraded equipment through implementation and daily operation.
• Identify and resolve mechanical design, installation, and operational issues.

Safety & Risk Management

• Conduct project and equipment risk assessments.
• Develop and implement equipment safety countermeasures.
• Ensure all applicable safety objectives, regulatory standards, and legal requirements are followed.
• Promote safe engineering and equipment-handling practices throughout each project.

Continuous Improvement & Plant Support

• Provide technical support to internal plant customers and operational teams.
• Lead continuous-improvement and corrective-action projects.
• Monitor and evaluate existing systems, processes, equipment, and technologies.
• Recommend modifications and enhancements that improve safety, quality, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Work Environment

• Approximately 80% of the workday is spent on the production floor, 10% working at a desk or computer, and 10% attending meetings.
• The production-floor environment includes high temperatures, elevated noise levels, moving equipment, and heavy machinery.
• Hearing protection and other required personal protective equipment must be worn in designated areas.

Required Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering experience within a heavy industrial plant or manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing capital projects valued up to approximately $5 million.
• Experience with new machinery installations and equipment upgrades.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Mechanical, Autodesk Inventor 3D modeling, and Autodesk Vault.
• Experience developing and managing engineering drawings and Bills of Materials.
• Experience with machine FAT, start-up, and commissioning.
• Experience conducting equipment risk assessments and implementing safety countermeasures.
• Experience managing equipment vendors and external contractors.
• Ability to work onsite in Graniteville, South Carolina.
• Ability to spend approximately 80% of the workday in a heavy industrial production environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without employment sponsorship.

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