Primary location: Macon, Georgia Relocation offered: No Employment status: Full-Time Travel: 26%-50% Non-compete: No The estimated base salary range for this role is “$100,000 to $128,000” per year. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors What does it mean to work at Armstrong? It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company. By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive: A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, and many more. Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests. A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results. Armstrong World Industries (AWI) has a job opportunity for a Senior/Principal Mechanical Project Engineer in Macon, GA. The Senior/Principal Mechanical Project Engineer will be responsible for leading and executing projects relating to manufacturing equipment and processes. Additionally, the Senior/Principal Mechanical Project Engineer will have the opportunity to work closely with various teams within the organization, including AWI’s manufacturing, Innovation, New Product Development, plant and operations staff, along with outside suppliers. What’s in it for you? • Be a trusted partner to the business • Networking and Relationship Building • Ability to be innovative and strategic • Dedicated training and development to help you grow in your role and beyond • Collaboration and an open friendly team environment What does a Principal Engineer do? • Leads and executes major capital projects according to the agreed cost, schedule, and performance • Specifies equipment, work with suppliers and contractors to design, procure and install assets • Actively participates as a member of multifunctional project teams • Investigate equipment or process issues and recommend corrective action • Applies sound mechanical & precision maintenance principles on all projects and installations • Mentors and develops corporate or plant engineers and maintenance personnel • Participates in Agile Lean events to drive rapid process improvements • Partners with plant engineering, maintenance, and operations to assure customer requirements and expectations are met Travel • Up to 50% depending on the scope and phases of ongoing projects Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering • 5-7 years of experience with project engineering and project management in a manufacturing environment • Experience with estimating project costs and stage gate approval process • Experience with SAP • Ability to lead projects and teams • Hands-on installation and construction skills • Proven ability to communicate and integrate well across organizational functions/units • Demonstrated presentation skills • Willingness to travel to local and international locations What will make you stand out? • Diverse Project Engineering and Manufacturing experience • Experience using AutoCAD • Engineer in Training (EIT) and/or Professional Engineer (PE) certification • Lean Practitioner certification or experience utilizing Lean tools • Previous project management experience Physical and Mental Demands • The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: sit for prolonged periods; repetitive motion of hands/wrists/fingers; concentrate and repeat the same physical or mental activities over and over; think analytically and be exact or highly accurate; make decisions such as to identify complex problems, develop options and implement solutions; work in a team; ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADAAA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards; pay attention to and remember details; communicate effectively including active listening to understand points being made, and asking appropriate questions and not interrupting inappropriately; speak to convey information effectively; write to communicate effectively as appropriate for the needs of the audience; read to understand work related documents; move between different physical locations within and between buildings; and push, pull, carry and lift in the normal course of travel. Work Environment • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The manufacturing area is not climate-controlled, and due to our Macon location, temperatures can rise significantly during warmer months. We encourage proper hydration and provide fans and ventilation throughout the facility. Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment when entering the floor of manufacturing facilities based on the specific requirements of each location. Why should you join Armstrong World Industries? Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is an Americas leader in the design and manufacture of innovative interior and exterior architectural applications including ceilings, specialty walls and exterior metal solutions. With approximately $1.4 billion in revenue, AWI has about 3,700 employees and a manufacturing network of 21 facilities in North America. At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces. For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees. We are committed to developing new and sustainable architectural solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us. Our Sustainability Ambition "Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow. We are committed to: • Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce; • Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet; • Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play; • Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and • Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact. Armstrong is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Come and build your future with us and apply today! #LI-NR1
See More Details >>Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Job Summary Responsible for ensuring all equipment complies with safety, environmental and other regulatory laws. Track engineering expense and capital budgeting compliance. Assist in ensuring the proper design, installation, modification, and maintainability of new and existing plant equipment, buildings and facilities. Assist engineering and maintenance to provide the necessary support to the production organization in order to promote the production of the highest quality product at the lowest possible cost. Perform other duties as needed. Primary Duties • Ensure materials and parts are in stock and arrive in timely manner; ensure maintenance of main production supply equipment (boilers etc) an all items OEMs and technical support are in stock; update PNIDs, suply pipelines – steam air water treatment process; oversee permitting discharge and review causes; work with additional engineers (downstream engineers); manage spare parts. • Work with utility technicians and team leaders and respond to requests accordingly; train technicians on operations and troubleshooting; maintain maintenance of measuring and weighing equipment; assist with the improvement of utility equipment, • Oversee vendor management; prepare forms to submit to subcontractors to begin bidding process; start investment review process to HQ and prepare specific documentation needed; prepare cost analysis; summarize findings from vendors with recommendations • Responsible for cross check and balance; purchase materials and get bids to show competitive pricing and rationalize differences in cost; prepare summary report of findings and submit to general managers; keep up-to-date specs of plant and review frequently; manage investment activity and budget associated with equipment. • Manage holiday shutdowns; oversee process as performed by technicians and team leaders; ensure successful restart of operations is completed in a timely manner; ensure pressure, temperature, and supply are received by downstream engineers; minimize fluctuations. • Document and oversee equipment process review; manage budget and costs of projects. • Maintain plant building/facility and environment equipment. • Manage energy consumption. • Manage KPI performance for the departments and equipment disposals. Minimum Education & Experience Education: 4-year college degree Degree: Mechanical Engineering Experience: Years: 1 to 3 years Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of SAP, AutoCAD, international purchasing, standardized BOLs, PROs and shipment categories, proficient in MS Office Suite, Fluid Dynamics, Thermal Dynamics, piping, welding and standard mechanical piping, ability to adapt to changing circumstances. Physical Requirements: Moderate Work: Occasionally working in difficult position and/or with physical demands such as continuously lifting/moving materials from 25 to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting/moving materials greater than 50 pounds. Benefits: • Health insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Life Insurance • Voluntary Life Insurance • Disability Insurance • Employee Assistant Program (EAP) • Voluntary Accident Insurance • Voluntary Cancer Insurance • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Paid time off (PTO) • Discount Tire Program The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Individuals in this position may be assigned to other duties related or unrelated to this position. Kumho Tire Georgia (KTG) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. KTG reserves the right to withdraw this job posting at any time and/or not fill the position posted. All applicants may not be granted an interview.
See More Details >>Career Recruiting Specialists has an immediate need for two entry level Mechanical Engineers for a major state of the art tire manufacturer. Entry level applicants are accepted. Responsibilities: Responsible for the safe design, installation, debug, start-up and operation of the plant equipment and projects as assigned. Support the production needs as necessary for equipment operation and reliability. Assist maintenance in troubleshooting equipment and control problems to keep production equipment operational. Prepare design reviews, budgets, schedules, drawings, and scopes of work for project implementation and provide the necessary information/project documentation and training for emergency maintenance and preventative maintenance crews. Qualifications: BS Mechanical Engineering degree required. Minimum 6 months of engineering experience in manufacturing environment. A plus if you have some experience in robotics, equipment setting, hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, piping, conveyors, foundations, structural steel, leveling/alignment, welding, machine design, installation and startup; and knowledge of SAP, AutoCAD and MS Office. Must be able to work anywhere in the United States Job Type: Full-time Required education: • Bachelor's • Required experience: • Mechanical Engineering: 6 months Job Type: Full-time Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Relocation assistance • Vision insurance Ability to Commute: • Macon, GA 31201 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Macon, GA 31201: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Macon, GA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in the mechanical trade last about three to four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 2,687 mechanical trade professionals in Georgia, with wages averaging around $437 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like HireLevel help aspiring mechanical trade professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $85,000 annually for experienced professionals.
