Lead Mechanical Engineer

A global specialty chemical manufacturer is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to serve as the site's primary mechanical engineering subject matter expert. This position will support a large, continuous-process manufacturing facility and play a key role in improving reliability, mechanical integrity, and equipment performance across multiple operating units.

What You'll Be Doing

• Serve as the lead mechanical engineering resource for the site
• Provide troubleshooting support for critical plant equipment and production issues
• Drive reliability and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support and strengthen mechanical integrity programs
• Lead small-to-medium capital projects from scope development through execution
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, contractors, and plant leadership
• Support pressure vessels, piping systems, tanks, pumps, and other fixed equipment
• Participate in an on-call rotation for critical plant support
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 8-10+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing, petrochemical, refining, pulp & paper, power generation, or other heavy process industries
• Strong background with pressure vessels, piping systems, and fixed equipment
• Experience supporting mechanical integrity and reliability programs
• Knowledge of ASME standards
• Exposure to API 510, API 570, and/or API 653 is highly preferred
• Capital project experience within a manufacturing environment
  
  

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• $140K-$150K target base salary + annual bonus
• Relocation assistance available
• High-impact technical leadership role
• Opportunity to be the primary mechanical SME for the facility
• Mix of hands-on troubleshooting, reliability engineering, and capital project work
• Strong visibility with plant leadership and corporate engineering teams
• Long-term career growth within a global manufacturing organization

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior mechanical engineer who enjoys solving complex plant challenges, leading improvement initiatives, and making a direct impact on the reliability and performance of a major manufacturing operation.