Mechanical Engineer II (Athol)

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs.
• Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment.
• Mechanical Engineering Design and model machine components and sub-systems.
• Properly document equipment changes, update equipment & drawing files.
• Review/check/approve drawings, perform calculations for design.
• Interface with consultants, equipment suppliers and vendors.
• Perform stress/load calculations, simulations, and problem solving.
• Assist to deliver conceptual designs, specifications, and prototypes, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and regulations.
• Adhere to schedules, meeting deadlines, and performance targets such as uptime improvements and reduced downtime.
• Cook up closely with maintenance teams, the machine shop, and fabrication teams to align design intent with field execution.
• Aid to collect and analyze operational data to refine and improve equipment designs.
• Support installations, start-ups, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Project Planning/Administration
• Assist in the selection of vendors and equipment, which includes preparation of specifications for machinery and equipment, requests for quotes, analyze orders, and make purchase recommendations.
• Support safety procedures and practices and ensure that contractor safety standards are complied with.
• Cook up closely with other departments & inspectors during annual safety & insurance audits.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering.
• 3+ years of engineering experience including project management experience in an industrial setting.
• Familiar with engineering analysis methods, including modeling, simulation and optimization of designs.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing engineering best practices: material science, manufacturing techniques, quality management, LEAN principles.
• Working knowledge of Solid Works, AutoCAD and Project Management Software.
• Must be able to collaborate effectively with personnel at all levels at the plant locations as well as outside contractors.
• Problem-solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to address operational challenges creatively and effectively.
• Technical writing skills, able to communicate clearly and concisely in technical terms.
• Able to occasionally work varied shifts for projects as needed.
• Able to pass a drug and alcohol test, post-offer pre-employment physical, and background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with the wood and forest products industry.
• Valid driver's license.