What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Mechanical Engineer position at Albemarle?
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Job Description
J ob Description
Albemarle is seeking a Project Mechanical Engineer for the Kings Mountain site to provide Mechanical Engineering design and support for Site Capital Projects.
What You Will Do
- This role is intended for candidates with a strong Mechanical Engineering background, with hands-on experience in mechanical system design and plant equipment reliability.
- Lead and participate in safety tailgates; follow Albemarle safety work rules and procedures; maintain safety awareness.
- Lead and participate in the design, procurement, and commissioning mechanical systems such as pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, piping systems, and rotating equipment.
- Lead and participate in installation, checkout, startup, troubleshooting, and performance testing of new plant mechanical equipment.
- Develop and review P&IDs, mechanical specifications, equipment layouts, and piping designs and other engineering deliverables required for project success.
- Prepare construction packages including location plans, installation details, scope definition, equipment lists, and mechanical datasheets.
- Support mechanical design, startup, and troubleshooting (e.g., vibration analysis, thermal expansion, stress analysis, alignment, and reliability improvements).
- Opportunities to provide project management support for capital projects.
What You Bring
Required:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering (required) — other disciplines will not be considered for this role.
- In-depth knowledge of Excel, Access, Word, SAP, and engineering software tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar).
- Minimum of 2-3 years experience in an industrial plant environment with mechanical systems design, installation, and maintenance.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Familiarity with OSHA, ASME, API, and other relevant mechanical codes and standards.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a customer-focused mindset.
- Team-oriented and collaborative approach to engineering problem-solving. #LI-JH3
Benefits of Joining Albemarle
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.
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