Senior Mechanical Engineer

Description

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in Gamma Technologies, you will play a key role within the Engineering team, reporting directly to the Manager of Production Irradiator (PI) - Mechanical. Your primary responsibility will be managing the entire lifecycle of Industrial Irradiator projects, from concept to commissioning. Collaborating closely with the team, you’ll bring your expertise to ensure the successful design and installation of these critical systems, contributing significantly to the growth and success of the company.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, you will be a core member of the PI Mechanical Engineering department, leading the design, manufacturing, and installation of Industrial Irradiators. With your strong engineering and project management background, you will provide technical guidance and oversight to designers, engineers, technologists, and suppliers. Your leadership will be essential in maintaining project timelines and ensuring top-tier quality and efficiency. Additionally, this role requires approximately 60-90 days per year of international travel to customer sites for overseeing installations and providing on-site supervision.

Qualifications:

We are looking for a candidate who demonstrates:

• A Mechanical Engineering degree with professional certification (PEng) or eligibility to obtain certification.
• 8-10 years of industrial experience, with mechanical expertise and a solid understanding of electrical, controls, and process engineering.
• Proficiency in Solidworks or similar software for design and modeling.
• Strong project management skills gained through hands-on experience.
• A robust background in mechanical design, showcasing innovative solutions and attention to detail.
• Exceptional troubleshooting abilities, capable of diagnosing and resolving complex issues to ensure smooth project execution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Self-motivation and proven leadership skills to guide teams toward successful outcomes.
• At least 5 years of experience managing large-scale projects exceeding $500k, with strong logistical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent decision-making skills, able to make sound judgments under pressure.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to effectively convey ideas and project updates.
• Over 5 years of experience in customer-facing roles, building strong client relationships and understanding their needs.
• Proficiency in technical writing, with experience producing comprehensive technical reports, proposals, and project documentation.
• Ability to organize and delegate tasks, overseeing job sites with multiple contractors for efficient coordination and execution.
• Expertise in planning, scheduling, and executing both internal and external projects with a high level of detail and precision.
• Competency in project estimating to accurately assess resources and costs.
• Strong time management skills, adept at prioritizing and balancing competing demands.
• Experience preparing and distributing detailed reports to stakeholders, effectively communicating technical information and results.

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