Senior Mechanical Engineer

We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer who wants to join a stable and growth-focused manufacturing organization in Graniteville, SC. This is an onsite role working 4 ten-hour shifts (4x10s), with the majority of time spent on the production floor supporting machinery, projects, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position plays a critical role in providing mechanical expertise, leading projects, and supporting plant operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Apply now!

What You’ll Receive as Senior Mechanical Engineer:

• Salary: USD $100,000 – $120,000 / yr

• Onsite position – Graniteville, SC

• 4x10 work schedule

• Long-term opportunity with a stable manufacturing organization

• Exposure to high-impact capital projects ($50K–$5M)

What You’ll Be Doing as Senior Mechanical Engineer:

• Serve as the mechanical subject matter expert for one or more areas of the plant

• Spend approximately 80% of time on the production floor supporting operations

• Lead continuous improvement and corrective action projects

• Provide technical support to internal customers

• Manage projects including new machine installations and equipment upgrades

• Analyze project requirements and resolve design and engineering challenges

• Oversee project execution to ensure safety, quality, budget, and timeline adherence

• Ensure compliance with safety objectives and legal requirements

• Monitor and evaluate existing systems and recommend improvements

• Lead mechanical projects through design, fabrication, implementation, testing (FAT), commissioning, and daily operation

• Develop and manage engineering drawings using AutoCAD Mechanical, Inventor, and Vault

• Create designs, bills of materials, and spare parts lists

• Work closely with vendors and manage external contractors

• Conduct equipment risk assessments and implement safety countermeasures

• Support machine start-up, commissioning, and daily operation

What You’ll Need to Have as Senior Mechanical Engineer:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)

• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical engineering experience

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment

• Strong 3D modeling experience (SolidWorks, Inventor)

• Experience with AutoCAD and Inventor software

• Strong fundamental knowledge of hydraulic and conveying systems

• Experience leading projects and working with cross-functional teams

• Strong understanding of machine design

• Ability to work independently and in team environments

• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills

• Ability to work safely on a production floor with high temperatures, noise, and heavy machinery

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