Avient Corporation · 1 day ago
Mechanical Engineer
Lewiston, ME
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expAvient Corporation is seeking a full-time Mechanical Engineer to join their team, focusing on the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing, laboratory, and building systems equipment. The role involves collaborating with manufacturing teams to improve processes and managing capital projects from design through implementation.
ManufacturingPlastics and Rubber Manufacturing
Responsibilities
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
Develops, designs, and communicates manufacturing processes
Monitors and revises processes to help generate cost savings and improve the quality and efficiency of product/process
Participates in design reviews to improve the ability to manufacture products
Responsible for the activities related to the development of new processes including researching current and emerging technologies, evaluating process cost, quality, and performing process characterization and optimization studies using designed experiments, problem-solving and decision making tools
Identifies and solves issues or problems with equipment/process. Troubleshoots possible causes and coordinates the activities of maintenance, production and other available resources to implement cost effective solutions
Provides coordination of new process installation and process changes
Other projects/duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
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
Company
Avient Corporation
The world is changing in remarkable ways, creating both challenges and opportunities.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.38B2024-09-05Post Ipo Debt· $650M
2022-07-27Post Ipo Debt· $725M
2000-09-08IPO
Leadership Team
Khandpur Ashish
Chairman, CEO, and President
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