Armacell · 3 hours ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Armacell is a company that has been a pioneer in thermal insulation since 1954, and they are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their Americas Engineering team. This role involves leading and supporting capital projects across multiple plant locations, ensuring timely and budget-friendly delivery while providing hands-on engineering support to manufacturing operations.
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Responsibilities
Lead or support capital and projects from concept through installation and startup
Prepare equipment and utilities specifications, cost estimates, and technical documentation
Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to meet project scope, schedule, and budget
Support equipment installation, commissioning, and production ramp-up
Support manufacturing operations by troubleshooting, improving, and maintaining mechanical systems, utilities, and production equipment
Identify reliability, safety, and performance improvement opportunities within existing machinery and utilities infrastructure
Assist with equipment upgrades, retrofits, and root cause analysis of equipment and system failures
Design mechanical systems, machines, tooling, fixtures, and pipework layouts to support manufacturing processes
Develop mechanical drawings and layouts using CAD software
Support in-house and external fabrication efforts, including material selection and build oversight
Review designs for manufacturability, safety, and compliance with applicable standards and codes
Prepare technical reports, project updates, and design documentation
Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, purchasing, and management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
Minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing and/or maintenance environment
Proven experience in designing and fabricating machinery or mechanical systems
Demonstrated experience with plant utilities and industrial pipework systems
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and industrial equipment
Proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
Experience supporting equipment installation, startup, and troubleshooting
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to travel regionally as required (up to 25%)
Experience with capital project execution
Knowledge of industrial safety standards, machine guarding, and piping codes
Experience working with vendors, contractors, and fabrication shops
Preferred
PLC, controls, or electrical systems exposure is a plus
Experience with heavy rubber processing machinery (mixing, extrusion, vulcanization, or similar) is a plus
Benefits
Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & wellbeing.
Financial programs such as 401(k), life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance-based salary incentive programs.
Generous paid time off including 12 holidays and 120 hours of PTO.
Training and educational resources on our personalized learning management system.
Giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences.
Company
Armacell
Armacell is a provider of insulation materials.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2015-11-30Acquired
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