- New Caney, Texas, United States
- On-site
- Full-time · Mid
- $19–$25 per hour
- 3+ years
The Mechanical Engineer applies specialized engineering principles, mechanical theory, and technical analysis to optimize plant equipment reliability, continuous machinery performance, and industrial paper manufacturing processes.
Compensation
Hourly Rate: $19.00-$25.00
Responsibilities
- Apply advanced mechanical engineering concepts, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and stress analysis to design, evaluate, and optimize continuous paper converting machinery and high-speed production systems
- Lead complex technical investigations and engineering failure analyses on critical equipment breakdowns
- Develop, refine, and scientifically assess Predictive and Preventive Maintenance (PdM/PM) methodologies using vibration analysis, thermography, and tribology data to maximize asset reliability and machinery lifecycle
- Plan, spec, and oversee mechanical capital engineering projects, equipment modifications, machinery installations, and precision alignment standards
- Spend dedicated time on the manufacturing floor performing high-level engineering diagnostic testing, validating mechanical tolerances, and providing technical engineering direction to maintenance technicians and operations teams during complex mechanical overhauls
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
- Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Nice to have: Spanish communication