Mechanical Engineer (Painted Post)

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Location: Painted Post NY Duration: 12 months | Potential to extend Shift :- 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F Responsibilities :- Design and develop process equipment , applying principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, and materials science Lead procurement of equipment and coordinate with vendors and machine shops Oversee and participate in assembly, installation, start-up, and debugging of equipment Collaborate with cross-functional teams including process, electrical, controls, metrology, facilities, IT, and operations Support early-stage development by troubleshooting and optimizing equipment performance Develop detailed design concepts, drawings, and documentation for custom equipment Ensure equipment meets performance, safety, and operational requirements Requirements:- BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Technology 3+ years of manufacturing experience, with focus on: Roll-to-roll web-conveyance system design Thermal equipment design Structural and thermal FEA modeling Experience with mechanical equipment design, installation, start-up, and debugging Ability to manage end-to-end equipment design lifecycle (concept to final implementation) Experience working with machine shops and procurement processes Proficiency in SolidWorks and EPDM Vault Strong problem-solving and independent working ability in evolving environments Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams Familiarity with electrical, controls, and process engineering disciplines