What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Project Engineer position at Knauf North America?
Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.
We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.
We know how important your health, wellbeing, and financial strength is to you. To support you, we provide affordable benefits for you and your family members.
"Supporting all aspects of the individual — self, health, wealth and community”
Our benefits include:
Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!
Summary of Position:
This role encompasses the design, development, and testing of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery. It involves applying engineering principles to create innovative products and participating in the fabrication, operation, application, installation, and repair processes. The position also includes providing technical support to plant personnel and contractors, reviewing plans and technical documents to define project scope and timelines, as well as overseeing cost and progress. Additionally, it may involve developing cost estimates and preliminary schedules.
About the Area:
Nestled just ten miles north of Redding and a mere 170 miles from Sacramento, Shasta Lake is a gem of a town. It's a haven for enthusiasts of boating, swimming, water skiing, camping, and fishing. With an abundance of park facilities suitable for a variety of events and a plethora of trails for recreation, it's a paradise for outdoor lovers. The small-town charm of Shasta Lake is palpable, with community events throughout the year, minimal traffic, pristine cleanliness, and affordability that makes living here a delight.
About the Plant:
Our Shasta Lake facility is a highly efficient, 500,000 sq. ft., state-of-the-art, automated fiberglass manufacturing facility located on 100 acres in Shasta County. Established in 2002, this Plant produces batt, roll, and loose-fill fiberglass insulation that contains no dyes and is made with 65% post-consumer recycled glass. In 2009 we fully converted to Ecose®, our revolutionary technology that replaced the phenol formaldehydes with a sustainable, low-emitting binder based on corn sugars. Our EcoBatt products are certified by UL Environment for indoor air quality as low emitting products and have achieved the more stringent GREENGUARD Gold certification.
Responsibilities
Education :
It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.
We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.
We know how important your health, wellbeing, and financial strength is to you. To support you, we provide affordable benefits for you and your family members.
"Supporting all aspects of the individual — self, health, wealth and community”
Our benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
- Virtual Medical Services
- 401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% and fully vested day one)
- Paid parental leave
- Company paid life insurance
- Vacation time to enjoy getting away
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Plus, more!
Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!
Summary of Position:
This role encompasses the design, development, and testing of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery. It involves applying engineering principles to create innovative products and participating in the fabrication, operation, application, installation, and repair processes. The position also includes providing technical support to plant personnel and contractors, reviewing plans and technical documents to define project scope and timelines, as well as overseeing cost and progress. Additionally, it may involve developing cost estimates and preliminary schedules.
About the Area:
Nestled just ten miles north of Redding and a mere 170 miles from Sacramento, Shasta Lake is a gem of a town. It's a haven for enthusiasts of boating, swimming, water skiing, camping, and fishing. With an abundance of park facilities suitable for a variety of events and a plethora of trails for recreation, it's a paradise for outdoor lovers. The small-town charm of Shasta Lake is palpable, with community events throughout the year, minimal traffic, pristine cleanliness, and affordability that makes living here a delight.
About the Plant:
Our Shasta Lake facility is a highly efficient, 500,000 sq. ft., state-of-the-art, automated fiberglass manufacturing facility located on 100 acres in Shasta County. Established in 2002, this Plant produces batt, roll, and loose-fill fiberglass insulation that contains no dyes and is made with 65% post-consumer recycled glass. In 2009 we fully converted to Ecose®, our revolutionary technology that replaced the phenol formaldehydes with a sustainable, low-emitting binder based on corn sugars. Our EcoBatt products are certified by UL Environment for indoor air quality as low emitting products and have achieved the more stringent GREENGUARD Gold certification.
Responsibilities
- Initiate, design, and manage improvement projects (e.g., new equipment installation and equipment modifications) to reduce scrap and improve quality, reliability, and throughput as directed.
- Work with plant personnel, vendors and contractors to implement projects on time and within budget guidelines.
- Support Operations group to accomplish clean-outs, preventive maintenance downtimes and machine rebuilds in a timely fashion.
- Assist Maintenance in troubleshooting equipment that requires additional technical knowledge or expertise.
- Maintain plant drawing system by making appropriate updates to drawings and documentation on equipment.
- Support other plants with Mechanical Engineering projects and rebuilds as needed.
- Drives the highest levels of employee retention and engagement to ensure a sustainable workforce.
- Fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within the organization.
- Instills an environment of inclusion, where all employees feel that they can contribute and impact the company in a positive manner.
Education :
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field
- Minimum 5 (five) years’ Engineering experience in an Industrial Manufacturing environment
- Experience with compressed air, hydraulics, pneumatics, power transmission, pump systems, conveying systems and other rotating equipment (such as gearboxes, pumps, bearings, conveyors, etc.) preferred, as well as structural steel
- Experience with SolidWorks, Inventor or AutoCAD required
- Project Management experience required
- Technical knowledge of mechanical equipment and machinery required
- Ability to work collaboratively with the Union
It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.
Salary : $110,000 - $120,000
