Mechanical Engineer jobs in Fort Wayne, IN

Overview

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Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.

Wieland is hiring a Mechanical Engineer. The primary focus of the Mechanical Engineer role will be The primary focus of this role is to specify, install and commission production equipment and supporting systems which promote the manufacturing objectives set by management. Manage capital and major maintenance projects. Use legacy and cutting-edge technologies to ensure that the Company is leveraging the most effective equipment and systems for increased productivity, quality, machine uptime, safety, and profitability.

This role is located in Montpelier, Ohio and will be fully on-site. While this role is local, occasional travel to other locations (very minimum).  

Responsibilities

Mechanical Engineer Responsibilities:

• Manage capital and major maintenance projects. Estimate plant and equipment installation costs for preparing requests for capital expenditures
• Able to maintain project scope, schedule, and budget
• Provide technical expertise in mechanical engineering design and specifications of systems which include hydraulics, pneumatics, power transmission, mechanical fastening, welding, and fabrication
• Create machine and component design, equipment layout and structural fabrication drawings to be used for fabrication and assembly by internal personnel or outside vendors
• Analyze project requirement and perform technical calculations supporting design including mechanical requirements, safety standards and machine reliability metrics
• Provide technical support and training to Maintenance and Production as needed
• Direct employees, maintenance personnel and contractors
• Analyze various competing equipment suppliers, engineering firms and consultants, selecting the optimum for the intended job
• All other duties assigned

Mechanical Engineer Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related degree
• 0-5 Years related job experience preferred or an equivalent of combined education and experience
• Familiarity with OSHA, EPA & Ohio Building Codes
• Proficient with MS Office, AutoCad, SolidWorks or Inventor
• Strong fundamental knowledge of mechanical systems and machine design and their application in automated industrial equipment and systems

Qualifications

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

• Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution match.
• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 8,000 employees worldwide and 35 locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.   Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.