Mechanical Engineer

Primetals Technologies USA is a leading partner for engineering, plant construction and lifecycle services in the metal industry. We provide innovative and practical solutions to support our customers with long-term sustainability goals and their increased competitiveness.  We believe the technical and economic know-how of our employees is the key success factor for our company.

At Primetals Technologies, you are encouraged to learn, grow, develop and contribute.

Come join the 7,000 employees worldwide working at Primetals Technologies, a Group Company of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.

We are looking to hire an experienced Mechanical Engineer at the Canonsburg PA Office.  The classification level and pay is determined by experience and skills. 

Role Summary

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the mechanical design, coordination, and technical delivery of major steel processing equipment and subsystems.

The role combines hands-on 3D mechanical design, technical leadership, supplier interface, and on-site support during manufacturing, installation, and commissioning.

Expert Solid Edge skills and a strong willingness to travel internationally for extended periods are essential.

Key Responsibilities

 

Mechanical Design & Engineering

• Lead the mechanical design of equipment and assemblies for steel processing lines including galvanizing lines, hot and cold rolling mills, and inline process furnaces.
• Develop complex 3D parametric models and large assemblies using Solid Edge, including sheet metal, weldments, and machined components.
• Produce high-quality detail, assembly, and installation drawings with full GD&T, tolerances, BOMs, and manufacturing notes.
• Apply mechanical engineering principles related to strength, stiffness, thermal expansion, fatigue, vibration, and maintainability.
• Perform and/or supervise engineering calculations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).

Design Reviews, Standards & Quality

• Lead and participate in technical design reviews and internal gate approvals.
• Ensure compliance with Primetals engineering standards, applicable industry codes, and customer specifications.
• Drive design-for-manufacturing and design-for-assembly (DFM/DFA).
• Review mechanical designs prepared by other engineers and designers to ensure quality and consistency.

Digital Engineering & Change Management

• Use and promote PLM/PDM systems for document control, configuration management, and engineering change control.
• Contribute to standard CAD libraries, templates, and digital engineering best practices.
• Support digitalization and automation initiatives within mechanical engineering.

Supplier, Manufacturing & Site Support

• Prepare and review mechanical specifications and scopes of supply for procurement.
• Support technical bid evaluations and supplier selection.
• Interface with suppliers, manufacturing shops, and erection teams.
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Provide on-site support during installation, commissioning, startup, and warranty phases.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Serve as a technical point of contact for customers on assigned projects.
• Coordinate with project management, automation, manufacturing, and global engineering teams.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers.
• Prepare technical reports and present design solutions to internal and external stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design of heavy industrial equipment, preferably in steel processing lines or rolling mills.
• Advanced proficiency in 3D Modeling (Solid Edge preferred)
• Familiarity with 2D AutoCAD (not essential but appreciated)
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles and fabrication methods.
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Familiarity with PLM/PDM systems and formal engineering change control.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with galvanizing lines, continuous annealing lines, or rolling mill equipment.
• Experience with high-temperature or furnace-related mechanical equipment.
• Experience supporting FAT/SAT, commissioning, and site troubleshooting.
• Experience working in global, multi-location engineering organizations.

Travel & Work Environment

Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to approximately 30–50%, including extended stays abroad, to support suppliers, manufacturing activities, and customer sites.

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