Sr. Mechanical Engineer
Estimated Pay info | $22 per hour |
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Hours | Full-time |
Location | 110 Tri-State Drive, Sarepta, LA, US Sarepta, Louisiana open_in_new |
About this job
Job Description
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, development, and continuous improvement of mechanical systems, with a focus on exhaust and emission components. This role is critical in ensuring engineering accuracy, improving manufacturability, and supporting our fabrication team through practical, production-ready solutions.
Responsibilities
- Lead the review and approval of mechanical drawings and designs to ensure accuracy, manufacturability, and compliance with internal standards and customer specifications.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce cost, and enhance performance of existing designs, including legacy products.
- Provide direct engineering support to the fabrication and production teams to troubleshoot issues, clarify designs, and ensure successful execution on the shop floor.
- Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for product or process issues identified during manufacturing or testing.
- Create and revise 3D models, 2D drawings, and technical documentation using SolidWorks.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Production, Quality, Procurement, and Project Management to ensure successful project delivery.
- Mentor junior engineers and drafters in best practices for mechanical design and documentation.
- Participate in prototype builds and support validation testing of new or revised components.
- Maintain and update engineering documentation including BOMs, and change notices.
- Monitor industry trends in emissions, noise, and fabrication processes to support innovation and compliance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field (master’s degree is an asset.)
- 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally with exhaust systems.
- Expertise in reviewing and redlining technical drawings and specifications.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks and engineering analysis tools.
- Hands-on understanding of fabrication techniques including welding, forming, and assembly.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments and with shop personnel.
- Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Experience with SCR and other emissions technologies considered an asset.
Why Join Us
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Work Schedule
5X10
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO
Work Location
110 Tri-State Drive, Sarepta, La 71071