Albemarle Corporation · 10 hours ago
Project Mechanical Engineer
Kings Mountain, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expAlbemarle Corporation is a values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world. They are seeking a Project Mechanical Engineer to provide Mechanical Engineering design and support for Site Capital Projects, focusing on mechanical system design and plant equipment reliability.
ChemicalConstructionCustomer ServiceManufacturingPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Lead and participate in safety tailgates; follow Albemarle safety work rules and procedures; maintain safety awareness
Lead and participate in the design, procurement, and commissioning mechanical systems such as pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, piping systems, and rotating equipment
Lead and participate in installation, checkout, startup, troubleshooting, and performance testing of new plant mechanical equipment
Develop and review P&IDs, mechanical specifications, equipment layouts, and piping designs and other engineering deliverables required for project success
Prepare construction packages including location plans, installation details, scope definition, equipment lists, and mechanical datasheets
Support mechanical design, startup, and troubleshooting (e.g., vibration analysis, thermal expansion, stress analysis, alignment, and reliability improvements)
Opportunities to provide project management support for capital projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering (required) — other disciplines will not be considered for this role
In-depth knowledge of Excel, Access, Word, SAP, and engineering software tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar)
Minimum of 2-3 years experience in an industrial plant environment with mechanical systems design, installation, and maintenance
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Familiarity with OSHA, ASME, API, and other relevant mechanical codes and standards
Strong interpersonal skills with a customer-focused mindset
Team-oriented and collaborative approach to engineering problem-solving
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.
Company
Albemarle Corporation
Albemarle leads the world in transforming essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.24BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseUS Department of Energy
2024-03-04Post Ipo Equity· $2B
2023-09-12Grant· $90M
2022-10-19Grant· $150M
Leadership Team
Jerry Kent Masters
Chief Executive Officer
Mark Mummert
Chief Operations Officer
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