Mechanical Engineer

Arconic • Bettendorf, IA

33d • Onsite

About The Position

Arconic is currently in search of an Mechanical Engineer to join our Sheet Finishing Department based in our Davenport, IA location. At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace with competitive benefits, development opportunities and a culture that values and rewards employees on all levels of the organization. Job Summary: This Mechanical Engineer will provide services to the Sheet Finishing department to safely meet Arconic’s business plan for engineering, production, maintenance, and quality standards. In this role, you will serve as a critical team member to optimize the safety, efficiency, output, and quality of our plant infrastructure and manufacturing processes. This position is responsible for mechanical system integration for assigned area projects to create, sustain, or improve manufacturing infrastructure, equipment, and processes. This role is driven by self-directed work and collaborative efforts with a team of Engineers, Technical staff, maintenance, and production across the department. The Mechanical Engineer reports to the Lead Engineer in the department and will work Monday through Friday during daytime hours, while supporting off-shifts as needed for your respective projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Ag Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills with the ability to work & interact at all levels of an organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Project programs.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire
• This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.

Nice To Haves

• 3 years of Engineering experience in an industrial manufacturing environment
• 1 year or more experience with aluminum rolling mill or related technology
• Experience interpreting design and control of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and/or utility systems for machine understanding and performing improvement modifications
• Experience developing and implementing mechanical engineering project work

Responsibilities

• Utilize project management tools for the successful implementation of both sustaining and new capital improvement projects
• Coordinate all phases of assigned area mechanical engineering projects from concept, scope development, written specifications, project safety reviews, bid solicitations, design, manufacturing, equipment commissioning, and project closure
• Manage external vendors and contractors who provide design, material, installation, and other support functions
• Focus on tactical projects in the areas of safety, infrastructure reliability, training, and production
• Lead and support the execution of problem-solving efforts related to process and machine improvements

What This Job Offers

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