SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Job Field: Architect / Engineering Jobs
Location: Ukiah, CA
Salary: $Not stated
JOB SUMMARY:
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<tr><td valign="top" width="450"><b>Mendocino Forest Products Company, LLC is searching for a qualified Senior Mechanical Engineer to work in Ukiah, CA. This position will be responsible for increasing profits, safety and quality by improving all phases of machine design, process improvement, and equipment analysis at Mendocino Forest Products and Humboldt Redwood Company Operations. Oversee application of Manufacturing Engineering procedures and programs. Create concept and mechanical designs, provide project cost estimates, perform vendor selection, and generate sound financial justification. Responsible for all phases of project proposals as well as implementation management. Other duties include,
Subject matter expert SME in equipment design and fabrication process
Active in recommendation for best practices and use of technology
Teamwork with Industrial Engineers, Operations Management and Operators
Generate mechanical designs including specifications and requirements
Guide vendors on material selection and fabrication processes
Coordinate and design mechanical and electrical interfaces and controls with Electrical Engineers and Electricians
Teamwork with maintenance group in data driven root cause analysis and equipment improvements
Mentor other technical staff in their professional development
Execute pilot and production release of equipment projects
Design, develop, implement and improve integrated systems that include people, materials, information, equipment and costs
Work independently and as part of a team in order to achieve project deliverables and milestone deadlines
Lead equipment/process troubleshooting and root cause analysis effort
Effective oral, written and interpersonal skills.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must maintain and carry a valid California driver license and remain eligible and capable of operating company vehicles in accordance with company policy guidelines.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Minimum five years experience in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field in a sawmill environment. Bachelor of Science degree B. S., in Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering field is preferred. Experience with successfully leading a minimum of one major capital improvement project. Experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical controls, machine and machine control design. Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement and/or Lean Manufacturing knowledge and experience is a plus.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
The travel requirements described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Occasional travel to other company owned sites as well as vendor sites will be required.
COMPUTER SKILLS
To perform this position successfully, this individual must have advanced skill levels with Microsoft Office products. Intermediate to advanced skill level with CAD and 3 D Modeling software Solid Works preferred. Facility Layout and Process Flow Mapping is a plus.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
5 years Bachelors degree