Sr Engineering Specialist
Laurel, MS, US, 39441
Mechanical Engineer
The Mechanical Engineer will regularly support the mechanical systems within an assigned area of the mill and will occasionally be asked to provide engineering support for other areas. Works closely with other area personnel of various disciplines. Will be asked to lead some area-specific capital projects as well as mechanical troubleshooting efforts. Will need a firm grasp of mechanical engineering fundamentals.
Responsibilities:
- Mechanical Engineering support for mill area needs in order to maintain production
- Specify, support, and troubleshoot mechanical equipment including, but not limited to, motors, couplings, clutches, gearboxes, fans, pumps, hydraulic/pneumatic equipment, steam systems, conveying (mechanical or pneumatic), and piping/ductwork
- Occasional structural analysis/design work
- Occasional psychrometric analysis
- Work with maintenance resources on troubleshooting and equipment modifications
- Lead and offer mechanical engineering support for capital projects
- Coordinate with Electrical and Process Engineers, as well as area operations and maintenance
- Define scopes of work with contractors and clearly communicate scheduling coordination efforts
- Create and update drawings in Autocad
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- 4+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer or related preferred
- Hydraulics experience is a plus
- Ability to read and interpret hydraulic schematics, fan/pump curves, P&IDs, etc.
- Familiar with Autocad
About Owens Corning
Owens Corning is a residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.
Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.
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