Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Job ID
130993
Job Type
Direct Hire
Industry
Manufacturing
Location
Calvert, Alabama, United States
Talascend is currently seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for a direct hire opportunity located in Calvert, AL.
The ideal candidate will lead Mechanical Engineering functions for Construction and Maintenance of a new, state-of-the-art Electric Arc Furnace Melting and Casting Facility. He/she will develop and execute the Mechanical Equipment Maintenance Program to meet the business goals of the company.
THE BASICS:
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
The ideal candidate will lead Mechanical Engineering functions for Construction and Maintenance of a new, state-of-the-art Electric Arc Furnace Melting and Casting Facility. He/she will develop and execute the Mechanical Equipment Maintenance Program to meet the business goals of the company.
THE BASICS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 5-10 years of experience working in engineering or maintenance in a steel manufacturing environment
- Experience working in steelmaking required
- Intermediate computer skills to include SAP and Microsoft Office
- In depth knowledge of Electric Arc Furnace, Ladle Metallurgy Facility, Vacuum Tank Degasser, Refractory, and/or Caster Maintenance
- Advanced skills in Hydraulic Systems, Vacuum Systems, Material Handling, Emissions Control Systems, and Bag Houses
- Excellent communications skills working with professionals, operations/maintenance personnel, and construction trades
- Comprehensive knowledge of Reliability Engineering Practices
- Predictive Maintenance experience including vibration, infrared, ultrasound, etc
- Ability to coordinate and execute multiple projects with minimal supervision
- SAP Plant Maintenance experience preferred
- Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
- Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
- Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
- Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
- Actively learns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
- Play a vital role as part of the Project and Commissioning Team on Mechanical Engineering and Construction for the new melt shop. Ensure the new facility is designed for optimal operability and maintenance
- Perform quality review of construction activities pertaining to Mechanical Equipment manufacturing and installation
- Develop Equipment Maintenance Program for an Electric Arc Furnace, Ladle Metallurgy Furnace, Vacuum Tank Degasser, Caster, Material Handling systems, utilities, and associated supporting equipment
- Provide technical support for the project management group, from the feasibility study phase to the coordination of the final acceptance tests, ensuring the technical quality, as well as ensuring the correct technical documentation after commissioning or changes
- Establish the minimum technical requirements necessary to purchase or modify equipment and/or systems by maintaining technical standards based on national, international or corporate standards, incorporating new technologies whenever necessary
- Prepare and present reports and findings by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
- Observe safety, review accident/incident reports and assist in investigations as required
- Lead, support, participate in, and develop improvement programs and project groups
- Support management in optimizing quality, cost, reliability, and performance of equipment
- Coordinate and direct personnel as required
- Demonstrate the company values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Relationships, and Sustainability
- Fulfill the commitment to ensure a safe and healthy work environment
- Fulfill the responsibilities required to achieve the Quality Commitment
- Demonstrate commitment to teamwork by fostering an environment that embodies trust and respect
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.