Vacancy Name
Chief Mechanical Engineer
Vacancy No
VN574
Employment Type
Full-Time
Duration (if temporary)
Location Country
United States
Location State
NJ
Location City
South Plainfield
Description
The Chief Mechanical Engineer is a highly organized, technically skilled individual that will design and develop new products, automate design processes, and create/revise detailed technical product information. The Chief Mechanical Engineer represents the company's high ethical standards and presents a professional image in every business interaction.
Key Responsibilities
•Act as Lead Engineer on projects
•Calculate cost and time estimates for proposed work and monitor progress until project completion
•Coordinate schedules with other departments when necessary
•Create complete custom mechanical system designs to meet requirements
•Design valve systems to meet current industry standards and customer requirements
•Develop and maintain an expert level of product knowledge
•Document design-related decisions, meetings and instructions and report accordingly
•Perform ASME VIII calculations for pressure vessels
•Provide engineering and/or technical support to customers
•Research commercially-available equipment to specify equipment needed for projects
Key Requirements
•Ability to accurately interpret and present information in a consistent and organized manner
•Ability to function independently and as part of a team in a multi-concurrent project environment
•Ability to positively respond to change and accommodate new methods and procedures
•Ability to understand and execute technical instructions
•Ability to incorporate specific customer requirements into custom designs
•Ability to write and edit business correspondence (emails and letters) and detailed technical documents
•Effective verbal communication skills, both in-person and via the telephone
•Intermediate to Expert Proficiency with SolidWorks CAD (PDM a plus)
•Knowledge of INFOR Visual Manufacturing or similar ERP software
•Possess the organizational skills necessary to meet critical deadlines
•Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
•Proven project management skills. Intermediate Microsoft Project proficiency a plus.
•Minimum 4-Year (Bachelor of Science Degree) in Mechanical Engineering required
•3-5 years of mechanical design experience, particularly with fabricated mechanical equipment and integration of electrical components. Experience with process, industrial gas and/or cryogenic plants a plus.
•Experience working with process equipment, such as valves and pumps, process instrumentation, and P&I diagrams
•Proficiency with ASME code for pressure vessels (VIII) and piping (B31.3)
•Experience with UL, CSA, and NSF certification
•Must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America
•Relocation assistance may be provided
Education Level
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
Experience Level
3-5 years
Benefits
•Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx Insurance
•HSA and FSA
•Life and Disability Insurance
•401(k) with match
•Vacation, sick and holiday pay
Physical Requirements
This position typically requires long periods of sitting at a desk and lifting up to 25 pounds