About the position Griner Engineering, Inc. (GEI) is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer EIT to join our team in Sevierville, TN. As a Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection Consulting Engineering firm with over 55 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our integrity, reliability, and quality in providing engineering design services across various sectors including commercial, residential, healthcare, and municipal facilities. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of design experience in the MEP Consulting Engineering industry, demonstrating a strong understanding of building codes and local regulations. In this role, you will be responsible for producing a full set of mechanical drawings based on client specifications and design criteria. You will manage design projects from proposal acceptance through to completion, ensuring that all work is completed on schedule and within budget. Collaboration is key, as you will work closely with an interdisciplinary design team that includes engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors. Your ability to respond to reviewer comments, review submittals, and handle Requests for Information (RFIs) will be crucial to the success of your projects. Site visits will be a regular part of your responsibilities, allowing you to examine and verify existing conditions, conduct mechanical inspections, and perform mechanical analyses. Proficiency in Revit is essential, and while proficiency in AutoCAD is assumed, familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite is also expected. At GEI, we are committed to excellence and have established a reputation that is reflected in our ongoing contracts with numerous local and state municipalities. We offer a competitive salary ranging from $60,000 to $110,000 per year, commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package. Responsibilities • Produce a full set of mechanical drawings based on client design criteria and specifications. , • Manage design projects from proposal acceptance through completion. , • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary design team including engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors. , • Respond to reviewer comments and review submittals and RFIs. , • Perform site visits to examine and verify existing conditions, conduct mechanical inspections, and perform mechanical analyses. , • Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget. Requirements • Minimum of 5 years of design experience in the MEP Consulting Engineering industry. , • Working knowledge of building codes and local codes. , • Proven ability to produce mechanical drawings based on client specifications. , • Experience managing design projects from proposal acceptance to completion. , • Ability to collaborate with a diverse design team. , • Experience responding to reviewer comments and handling RFIs. , • Proficiency in Revit and familiarity with AutoCAD. , • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Nice-to-haves Benefits • 100% premium-paid medical insurance , • Optional dental and vision insurance , • Simple IRA , • Paid time off , • Paid holidays
See More Details >>Job Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Engineer to lead our engineering team and oversee all aspects of facility management, maintenance, and project execution. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in mechanical and electrical systems, with expertise in programmable logic controllers (PLC), HVAC systems, and industrial maintenance. This role requires exceptional leadership abilities, as well as a commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency within our manufacturing environment. Responsibilities • Lead and manage the engineering team, providing guidance and support to ensure optimal performance. • Oversee the maintenance management program, ensuring all equipment is maintained according to established schedules. • Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for tracking maintenance activities and managing work orders. • Develop and implement strategies for improving facility operations, including HVAC systems and electrical infrastructure. • Conduct regular inspections of facilities to identify areas for improvement or necessary repairs. • Supervise the installation, repair, and maintenance of high voltage and low voltage electrical systems. • Collaborate with project management teams to plan and execute engineering projects effectively. • Analyze schematics to troubleshoot issues with mechanical systems and ensure compliance with safety regulations. • Provide training and mentorship to junior engineers and maintenance staff on best practices in industrial maintenance. Experience • Proven experience in a leadership role within an engineering or facilities management environment. • Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical experience, and industrial maintenance practices. • Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLC) and their application in manufacturing settings. • Demonstrated ability to manage projects from conception through completion while adhering to timelines. • Excellent supervisory skills with a focus on team development and performance improvement. • Proficient in English with strong communication skills for effective collaboration across departments. • Experience using tools such as ohmmeters for electrical diagnostics is preferred. • A background in manufacturing environments is highly desirable. Join our team as we strive for excellence in engineering operations while fostering a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $18.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • Employee discount • Paid time off Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Holidays • On call Work Location: In person
See More Details >>At Dow, we believe in putting people first and were passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. Were a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If youre looking for a challenge and meaningful role, youre in the right place. About you and this role Dow has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Production Engineer located in Knoxville, TN. The Senior Production Engineer serves as a vital resource for Operations by applying technical skills to optimize plant operations, resolve plant problems, and enable safe and efficient production of low cost, quality products. This role requires broadened conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures to coordinate the production units to meet business goals. The Senior Production Engineer serves as the interface between the plant and supply chain by applying knowledge of the plant and business developed through education and past experiences to optimize short/long term plant production. Responsibilities • Understands the Business needs relating to production and translates these Business production goals into plant production goals. • Works with Integrated Supply Chain to ensure plant needs are met, i.e. production planning, product shipping, raw materials, etc. • Determines shutdown timing with applicable roles from Supply Chain, Turnaround, Operations, Maintenance and other service providers. • Coaches plant personnel on measurement tools and daily updates of performance records and business measurements. (E.g. conversion costs, % prime, etc.) • Works closely with the operations team leveraging their problem-solving skills and technical expertise. • Elevates and appropriately applies knowledge of the plant and technology referencing historical data and conferring with Technology Center or other subject matter experts (SMEs). • Ensures Most Effective Technology (MET) is understood and utilized and that process automation is used as a tool to optimize plant performance. • Partners with experts to perform advanced troubleshooting and improve and document operating discipline. • Diagnoses and documents root causes of asset utilization losses in the facility. • Conducts daily review of logbook and alarm history to better understand the plant operation and stay engaged with daily activities. • Maintains, owns, and reviews daily Key Process Indicators (KPI)/ trends to ensure optimum performance. • Responds urgently to plant issues and emergencies. • Participates in on-call rotation. • Acts as a unit technical expert during unplanned events and drives implementation of effective corrective and preventative actions. • Provides leadership, expertise, diagnosis, and optimization in plant Raw Material Efficiency, which may include yield or waste generation. • Ensures compliance with plant operating permits. Understands site integration and provides input to optimize the overall system. Required Qualifications • A minimum of a bachelor's degree in engineering is required. Chemical or mechanical engineering preferred. • At least 3 years of relevant experience required. • A minimum requirement for this U. S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U. S. permanent residency (green card) process. Your Skills • Technical Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot plant issues, optimize operations, and implement corrective and preventative actions during unplanned events. • Process and Data Analysis: Skill in reviewing Key Process Indicators (KPIs), alarm histories, and logbooks to monitor and enhance plant performance. • Collaboration and Communication: Capacity to work closely with operations teams and subject matter experts, effectively sharing insights and partnering on solutions. • Knowledge of Manufacturing Technologies: Familiarity with Most Effective Technology (MET) and process automation tools to drive production efficiency and compliance. • Attention to Safety and Compliance: Strong field presence and understanding of operating permits and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. Additional Notes • This position does not offer relocation assistance. Benefits What Dow offers you We invest in you. Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing. Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: • Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. • Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it. • Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. • Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location). • Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only). • Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match. • Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations. • Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building. • Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs. • Competitive yearly vacation allowance. • Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents). • Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured. • Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Groups (ERG) participation. • Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey. • On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location). • Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more. • Additionally, some of our locations might offer: • Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location) • Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location) • Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location) Join our team, we can make a difference together. About Dow Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the worlds leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.comopens in a new tab. As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.comopens in a new tab. Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. 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 call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Sevierville, TN, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom learning, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 11,000 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with wages averaging around $1,069 per week in Sevierville, TN. 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 $55,500 annually for experienced professionals.
