Mechanical Engineer - Maintenance

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanical Engineer

Department: Maintenance
Work Location: Pine Bluff AR (Onsite)

About Central Moloney (CMI): We are committed to maintaining the highest standards in transformer manufacturing through innovation, reliability, and operational excellence. Our Maintenance team is critical in ensuring the efficiency and reliability of manufacturing equipment and mechanical systems to support high-quality production.

About the Role: The Maintenance Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and optimizing mechanical systems and equipment within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role involves preventive and corrective maintenance, process improvements, and supervision of maintenance activities to ensure operational efficiency and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and troubleshoot mechanical problems to enhance equipment performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement solutions to mechanical and reliability issues.
• Manage equipment repairs, upgrades, and installations, coordinating with in-house teams or external contractors.
• Supervise mechanical crews when necessary to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Conduct periodic inspections of machinery, plant equipment, and automated systems to maintain optimal performance.
• Identify potential hazards and participate in Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for high-risk maintenance activities, including planned shutdowns and emergency repairs.
• Analyze and evaluate engineering and design changes to assess the impact on maintenance and operability.
• Assess and implement new technologies and repair alternatives to improve cost efficiency and delivery timelines.
• Support reliability processes such as Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Return on Investment (ROI) assessments, and Reliability Roadmaps to optimize costs and asset effectiveness.

Requirements

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

• Professional Engineer Certificate will be beneficial
• 3+ years of experience in production or facilities engineering.
• Strong understanding of vacuum, hydraulics and electrical systems in a manufacturing setting.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to troubleshoot and implement corrective actions.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills, with the ability to delegate and supervise mechanical crews.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Maintenance Management Systems (MMS).
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in an industrial environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with maintenance teams and leadership.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing plant setting with exposure to industrial equipment and mechanical systems.

• Requires standing, walking, and occasional lifting of heavy components.
• May require overtime, weekend work, or emergency call-ins based on operational needs.

Benefits

Life, Dental, Medical, 401k

Please note: This job is considered safety-sensitive because impairment by drugs or alcoholmay constitute a threat to health or safety, and/or a lapse of attention could result in injury, illness, or death.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Central Moloney is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our dedication to fostering an inclusive environment extends to all aspects of employment, from recruitment to professional development. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply, as we believe diverse perspectives contribute to the strength and success of our team.

Recruitment Policy: No Third-Party Involvement

We value the interests of all job seekers; however, we do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from recruitment agencies, staffing firms, or third-party recruiters. Resumes submitted without a signed agreement with Central Moloney will be considered the property of CMI. Central Moloney will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Central Moloney is a tobacco-free facility. The use of tobacco products (including cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, and e-cigarettes/vapes) is not permitted on company property.

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree