Mechanical Engineer

Fuller • Allentown, PA

14d

About The Position

As a Mechanical Engineer at Fuller Technologies, you will support the design, improvement, and modernization of industrial equipment, including vertical roller mills (VRMs). Working alongside experienced engineers, you will help develop practical engineering solutions that improve equipment performance, reliability, and efficiency throughout its lifecycle.

The Service Engineering team provides technical support for industrial equipment through aftermarket services, equipment upgrades, retrofits, and product improvements. The team collaborates with Sales, Customer Service, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, and regional engineering teams to deliver reliable solutions for customers worldwide.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 0–2 years of relevant engineering experience; internship, academic project, or practical experience in machine design, manufacturing, industrial equipment, or a related engineering environment is preferred.
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or comparable 3D modeling and 2D drafting software.
• Foundational understanding of mechanical engineering principles, engineering drawings, mechanical calculations, and basic engineering analysis.
• Familiarity with engineering documentation, manufacturing processes, equipment design concepts, and technical specifications.
• Basic knowledge of applicable engineering standards and regulations, with an interest in developing additional expertise.
• Ability and willingness to learn how industrial equipment is designed, manufactured, installed, operated, and maintained.
• Strong analytical thinking, critical reasoning, attention to detail, and technical problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, written instructions, engineering documentation, and project requirements.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information clearly.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative approach to working with engineering, manufacturing, commercial, and customer-facing teams.
• Willingness to learn from experienced engineers, incorporate technical feedback, and follow established engineering procedures.
• Service-oriented mindset and interest in understanding customer needs and supporting practical technical solutions.
• Ability to assess work quality, identify opportunities for improvement, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, up to 20%, including occasional visits to manufacturing facilities and customer or industrial sites.
• Ability to work in office and industrial environments, including computer-based engineering work, detailed visual review, standing, walking, and occasional field activities.

Nice To Haves

• Internship, academic project, or practical experience involving mechanical design, machinery, fabrication, manufacturing, maintenance, or industrial equipment.
• Exposure to manufacturing facilities, workshops, field service operations, or industrial process environments.
• Familiarity with cement, mining, aggregates, or comparable heavy industrial equipment applications.
• Exposure to vertical roller mills, grinding equipment, material handling systems, or other industrial machinery.
• Familiarity with CPQ systems, design automation tools, or other engineering software applications.
• Interest in aftermarket engineering, equipment upgrades, retrofits, reliability improvements, and industrial equipment modernization.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing technical proposals and engineered solutions for aftermarket, retrofit, replacement, and product improvement projects under senior engineers’ guidance.
• Prepare 3D models and 2D engineering drawings using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar software, subject to technical review and approval by senior engineers.
• Perform basic mechanical calculations and engineering analyses to support equipment design, modifications, and improvements.
• Develop technical knowledge of vertical roller mills and other industrial equipment, including their design, fabrication, installation, operation, and maintenance.
• Support engineering activities from initial proposal development through project execution and equipment delivery.
• Provide technical support to Sales, Customer Service, Business Development, and project teams during proposal preparation, troubleshooting, and project execution.
• Participate in customer visits, equipment inspections, site assessments, troubleshooting, and installation support alongside experienced team members.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Quality, Manufacturing, suppliers, and regional teams to identify and resolve technical, manufacturing, and operational challenges.
• Prepare and maintain engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, technical documentation, and other project deliverables in accordance with established standards and procedures.
• Contribute to standardized engineering solutions, templates, specifications, and technical tools that improve consistency and reduce engineering and proposal effort.
• Participate in value engineering and product improvement initiatives focused on equipment performance, reliability, cost efficiency, and manufacturability.
• Support configure-price-quote (CPQ) systems, design automation, and engineering process improvement initiatives.
• Learn and apply relevant engineering standards, regulations, industry practices, and company procedures under senior engineers’ guidance.
• Work with senior engineers and technical specialists to strengthen mechanical design capabilities, product knowledge, and technical problem-solving skills.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance engineering quality, efficiency, processes, products, and customer service.
• Complete engineering deliverables accurately and on schedule, incorporating technical feedback and meeting project and quality requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Opportunity to build a mechanical engineering career while working with experienced technical specialists and contributing to real-world industrial equipment solutions.
• Exposure to equipment design, engineering documentation, manufacturing, customer applications, aftermarket projects, and continuous improvement initiatives in a collaborative, international environment.
• Opportunities to expand technical knowledge, develop practical engineering skills, and contribute to solutions that support industrial performance and sustainability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level