Job Description
Job Title: Mechanical Engineer III
Location: On-site – Sullivan Park, Corning, NY
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 40 hours/week (Overtime as Required)
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to join our team at Sullivan Park. This senior-level role focuses on the design, build, and installation of advanced mechanical and process equipment used in glass manufacturing. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience , strong SolidWorks proficiency , and a background in managing equipment design and vendor execution .
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide detailed mechanical design of handling and process equipment using SolidWorks.
- Lead and execute the design, installation, start-up, and debug of robust manufacturing equipment.
- Manage and coordinate with vendors, contractors, and cross-functional teams (electrical, controls, IT, facilities, operations).
- Conduct and review structural FEA analyses to ensure mechanical integrity.
- Provide on-site mechanical support during installation and commissioning phases.
- Interpret and verify engineering drawings and equipment layout against site installation.
- Ensure all designs comply with OSHA and machine safety standards .
- Troubleshoot mechanical systems and resolve installation discrepancies in collaboration with Corning engineers and vendors.
- Lead mechanical/electrical trades during on-site equipment implementation.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Technology.
- 10+ years of mechanical equipment design experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks and competent in structural FEA analysis .
- Proven experience with full lifecycle of mechanical equipment: design, install, start-up, debug .
- Strong understanding of mechanical principles (mechanics, hydraulics, thermodynamics, metallurgy, and machine design).
- Experience with machine guarding and safety practices in compliance with OSHA.
- Excellent communication and project coordination skills.
- Strong team collaboration with the ability to work across diverse teams.
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