Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities

We are seeking a full-time Mechanical Engineer to join our team.

In this role, you will play a key role in the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing, laboratory, and building systems equipment for our Colors and Additives facilities.

The ideal candidate will possess a Mechanical Engineering BS degree, have experience with manufacturing or industrial equipment, and demonstrate strong skills in safety, CAD, Excel, and communication.

Additional skills in electronics, instrumentation, and automation a plus.

This role reports directly to the Avient Color & Additives Director of Engineering and will have responsibilities at several east costs US facilities.

Responsibilities include:
Design, build, test, implement industrial production and lab process equipment, facilities and utilities equipment, controls and instrumentation, motor control, and automation systems.

Conduct safety reviews and improvements with a focus on ergonomic improvements and innovation.

Core duties include project management in addition to engineering.

Collaborate with manufacturing teams to improve existing equipment and processes, product quality, safety, capacity and efficiency.

Manage capital projects from conceptual design through implementation in manufacturing.

Develop and manage capital budgets, oversee project execution, vendor relations, specifications, equipment design, integrated systems design and management of change.Qualifications

Requirements:


* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field


* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze and resolve complex engineering challenges.


* A background in manufacturing a plus but not required.


* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.


* Demonstrated project management skills and the ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality results.


* Self-motivated and proactive with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.


* Strong skills in electronics and instrumentation a plus.


* CAD, Excel, Word, SharePoint.

SAP knowledge a plus, but not required.


* Ability to travel to other manufacturing facilities on the east coast of the US.


* At least 3 years of related experience required.

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