Mechanical Engineer

Worthington Industries operates under a long-standing corporate philosophy rooted in the Golden Rule, with earning money for its shareholders as the first corporate goal. As a market leader in metals manufacturing for nearly 60 years, we put people first, whether they’re our employees, shareholders, customers or suppliers. We’re looking for individuals who share our people-first philosophy and can help us continually innovate and grow through their insights, leadership and unique talents.

This position performs a variety of basic to moderately complex engineering work in designing, planning and overseeing the manufacture, construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of mechanical and hydraulic components, equipment, systems, facilities, and machinery. The Mechanical Engineer manages the installation and startup of new mechanical and hydraulic systems as well as equipment upgrades. Key position results for this role include but are not limited to accurate design, planning and implementation of basic to moderately complex mechanical projects; opportunities for improved machine reliability and safety; tasks/projects completed on time and on budget; and timely effective design and support of continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, problem solver who has a strong work ethic to improve quality and production levels of mechanical and hydraulic systems and equipment.

* Performs troubleshooting of critical mechanical and hydraulic machine breakdowns. * Manages machine mechanical modification and documentation. * Researches, analyzes, recommends and designs basic upgrades to machine mechanical and hydraulic systems with current technology to improve machine reliability and efficiency. * Responsible for overseeing startup and commissioning of basic upgrades. * Recommends and assists in developing and performs basic preventative maintenance program of plant equipment. * Instructs and mentors engineering and shop floor maintenance technicians. * Assists in the identification and procurement of critical mechanical and hydraulic spare parts. * Directs outside contractors in performing mechanical projects and repairs. * Assists in the development and writing of bid specifications for new and upgrade processes and equipment. * Assists in the evaluation of quotations for functional/operational feasibility and code/regulatory compliance. * Assists in the evaluation costs related to services, parts and equipment. * Manages basic to moderately complex capital projects. * Other duties as assigned.

* High level mechanical and hydraulic trouble shooting skills * Intermediate project management skills related to tasks and basic capital projects * Intermediate knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic and HVAC systems technology that will result is systems being upgraded as needed * Knowledge of plant level safe work practices and procedures * Intermediate knowledge of national mechanical standards (i.e., vessel pressures – pipe/tanks, certified welding requirements, fastener strengths, etc.), overhead crane codes, OSHA and other applicable regulatory requirements and industry standards. * Strong analytical skills * Strong problem solving skills * Customer service focused * Strong oral and written communications skills, technical writing * Organized and detail oriented **Education/Training Required:** * Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field or equivalent training and experience * Advanced industrial mechanical and hydraulic training