Mechanical Engineer

Pennex Aluminum Company•Leetonia, OH

9d•$85,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Consider joining the Pennex family as a Mechanical Engineer in our Leetonia, OH location. This position directs activities of workers engaged in operation of machines, tools, and equipment. The Mechanical Engineer implements approved capital projects including project engineering, design, and budgetary administration consistent with the authorized budget and schedule. Our company will be observing Winter Break from December 24th through January 1 to allow our team time to rest, recharge, and enjoy the holidays with loved ones. During this period, interviews and application reviews will be temporarily paused and resume on January 2, 2026.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B. A. or B. S.) in a mechanical discipline from four-year college or university
Five or more years of related engineering experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong analytical skills
Machine design preferred
3D CAD modeling and relevant analysis preferred
Experience using G eometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to collaborate with others
Takes initiative
Relevant technological knowledge
Ability work independently
Strong written and verbal communication skills
A desire to work in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment
Highly motivated, self-driven, and eager to learn and apply new skills
Attentive to details and follows through on assigned tasks and commitments
Flexible and driven to meet tight deadlines, handle multiple projects and prioritize them appropriately
Strong organizational skills, and ability to effectively disseminate information in a clear and concise manner
Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
Must be eligible to work in the United States, visa sponsorships are not available; OPT/CPT is not eligible for this role
Regular attendance required

Nice To Haves

Ten years of related engineering experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinates, plans and directs major capital projects associated with Fabrication activities.
Coordinates, schedules and serves as liaison between production, maintenance and contract personnel for installation and start-up of fabrication equipment and / or process projects.
Coordinates engineering activities and designs for equipment utilization and optimization.
Assists in development of preventive maintenance programs for fabrication equipment in conjunction with operations and maintenance staff.
Support robotic activities; implementation, programming and cell integration efforts.
Participate in training, run at rate confirmation and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) run off
Participate in the evaluation and hiring of future operators
Contribute in the quoting of new business that will utilize similar manufacturing methods
Assist with activities involving future strategy for growth of fabrication business
Support cell supervision, material planning and production scheduling
Support Advanced Product Quality Planning Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis Part Control Plan Pre-Launch Part Control Plan – (GP-12; Early Production Validation Plan) Run @ Rate Analysis Error and Mistake Proofing Problem Solving Process Monitoring and Operating Instructions Process Improvement Activities Yield Improvement Process Analysis / Root Cause for repeat DMRs, CCNs
Performs other duties as assigned.