Mechanical Deployment Engineer (Experienced Professional)

About the role

Build a Career That Matters with One of the World’s Most Respected Employers! This opportunity is in Piedmont, SC south of the Donaldson Center. Join us in shaping the future of Michelin’s airless tire. The Tweel is designed, refined, and manufactured all under one roof at our highly automated facility. As part of the Beyond Road Team, you will join a high‑performing team producing the non‑pneumatic Tweel for ATVs, UTVs, Skid Steers, Golf Carts, Zero‑turn mowers, truck‑mounted forklifts, and autonomous equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply engineering principles to improve and strengthen process equipment.
• Help develop and design concepts, test solutions, install equipment, and monitor performance.
• Identify new opportunities for improving machine reliability and efficiency within the manufacturing process.
• Manage project teams.
• Design new equipment or processes.
• Simulate and test these equipment or processes to ensure they function as desired.
• Write reports for senior colleagues outlining new concepts, testing outcomes, and ongoing efficiency.
• Develop and maintain clear and accurate documentation of manufacturing equipment and/or processes.
• Train staff where necessary – typically after implementing new processes or equipment, or making changes to existing ones.
• Troubleshoot equipment when errors occur.
• Perform root cause analysis on major machine failures.
• Support the installation, start‑up, modifications and evolution of manufacturing and chemical process machinery and equipment.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent M.E. experience.
• Machine design experience required.
• Willing to travel occasionally (

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to effectively interact with internal Michelin employees and external suppliers/experts.
• Excellent planning, organizational and communications skills both verbal and written.
• Strong technical aptitude, analytical abilities, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Confidence and self‑motivation to work autonomously and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Hands‑on approach, willing to spend time on the shop floor interacting with process equipment and personnel.
• Leadership and training skills strongly preferred.
• Understanding of various métier skills and ability to identify and coordinate necessary training.
• Strong computer skills preferred (MS Office, AutoCAD).
• Solid Works experience required.
• Working knowledge of engineering drawings and schematics required.
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering concepts, technologies, theory and application required.

Benefits

• Career Growth: Personalized development plans, mentorship, and cross‑functional opportunities; unique career paths and advancement.
• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a diverse, supportive environment where competencies, contributions and behaviors are recognized; option to join Connected Communities.
• Innovation‑Driven: Work on projects that matter—from sustainable materials to digital transformation.
• Community Impact: Be part of a company that does what's right; uses sustainable business practices while balancing customer and community needs.