Mechanical Engineer - MSVD Coating Process
About The Position
Vitro Architectural Glass is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support its Magnetron Sputtered Vacuum Deposition (MSVD) coating process at its Carlisle, Pennsylvania facility. The role supports the reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement of MSVD coating equipment and supporting systems in a sophisticated manufacturing operation producing architectural glass products. The Mechanical Engineer works with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to optimize mechanical performance, reduce downtime, and develop solutions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position is based in a manufacturing facility and includes regular interaction with production equipment and operations personnel.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- At least five years of manufacturing, industrial, or process engineering experience.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and equipment troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics.
- Knowledge of rotating equipment and drive systems.
- Knowledge of vacuum systems and industrial machinery.
- Knowledge of root cause failure analysis.
- Knowledge of project management and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage multiple priorities.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting vacuum coating, MSVD coating, glass manufacturing, metals, chemical processing, or other continuous manufacturing operations.
- Experience with reliability-centered maintenance and equipment lifecycle management.
- Knowledge of automation systems and industrial controls.
- Experience leading capital improvement and equipment modernization projects.
Responsibilities
- Provide daily engineering support for the MSVD coating line and associated mechanical systems.
- Troubleshoot and improve vacuum systems, pumps, drives, conveyors, mechanical assemblies, and coating equipment.
- Lead reliability, maintenance, and process improvement projects to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and equipment performance.
- Analyze equipment failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Collaborate with operators, maintenance technicians, and production personnel to identify and resolve operational challenges.
- Manage capital projects from concept through implementation, including equipment upgrades and process modifications.
- Work with vendors, contractors, and corporate engineering resources to evaluate and implement new technologies.
- Develop and improve preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to maximize equipment reliability.
- Provide technical training and support to operations and maintenance personnel.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work with advanced glass coating technology.
- Opportunity to contribute to equipment and process improvements that impact plant performance.
- Opportunity to collaborate with experienced engineering, operations, and maintenance teams.
- Long-term career opportunity with an industry leader committed to innovation, sustainability, safety, and employee development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
