Mechanicl Projects Engineer
Improve plant performance at Knauf as a Mechanical Project Engineer: lead equipment projects, solve technical challenges and help boost quality, reliability and throughput, with day-one b...
Knauf 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.
Our benefits go beyond just providing coverage.
We’re committed to the whole you – your health, wealth, peace of mind, self and community.
Our benefits include:
Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
Virtual Medical Services
Fertility and adoption benefits
401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% contribution and fully vested day one)
Paid parental leave
Paid Family Leave
Company provided Salary Continuance (Short-term Disability)
Company paid life insurance
Paid Holidays
Vacation
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Plus, more!
Growth opportunities available!
Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!
About the Role:
As a Mechanical Project Engineer, you will design, develop and test mechanical components, equipment and machinery, applying sound engineering principles to create effective solutions. You will support the fabrication, operation, application, installation and repair of mechanical equipment, while providing technical guidance to plant staff and contractors.
What You'll Do:
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
Review plans and other technical documents, determine the scope and/or timing of the project, and monitor costs and project progress.
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
What You'll Need:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field required
Experience:
Minimum 5 (five) years’ Engineering experience in an Industrial Manufacturing environment
Experience with SolidWorks, Inventor or AutoCAD required
Project Management experience required
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.
- Department
- Manufacturing
- Location
- Plant 9 - McGregor, TX
- Employment type
- Full-time
Plant 9 - McGregor, TX
Workplace & Culture
Knauf employees play a large part in the success of the company. Their performance, competence and motivation are based on the implementation of the Knauf values of entrepreneurial spirit, dedication, partnership and humanity in the course of their daily work. Individual performances make a contribution to our joint success as a team. This is the basis for further growth of the Knauf Group.
About Knauf North America
About Knauf North America
Knauf North America represents one of the most respected and progressive names in insulation worldwide. Though operations first began throughout Europe, Knauf Insulation manufacturing started here in the United States in 1978. Having since pioneered many sustainable insulation manufacturing practices, we are one of the fastest growing insulation manufacturers in the world.
Become part of the family you can trust — built on solid values and a diverse culture. At Knauf, you’re more than an employee. You’re part of the family. Part of something bigger. So we invest in you. Because you don’t just play a role in the building you’re in. You play a key role in impacting buildings globally. Doing good for the people within them and to make tomorrow a home for all of us.