Vulcan Elements

Mechanical Engineer

Research Triangle Park, NC · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 4 days ago

Project ManagementBudgetingProcess ImprovementProcurementCustomer SupportSolidWorksAutoCADMechanical DesignLeadershipCommunicationOSHA

About the role

Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future.
With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future.
As the facility reaches steady state operation, this role has the potential to evolve into an asset ownership or system stewardship position, providing long‑term technical leadership for mechanical systems.

Lead the design, specification, and installation of mechanical utility systems: chilled water, cooling water, domestic water, compressed air, argon, nitrogen, hydrogen, and related distribution infrastructure.
Work with EPC contractors developing mechanical system layouts, P&IDs, equipment specifications, and installation packages using CAD tools (AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks)
Manage mechanical installation activities with EPC, GC, contractors, OEMs, and internal maintenance and operations teams.
Support production equipment installation by ensuring proper mechanical utility integration and system readiness.
Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and technical documentation for mechanical utility and equipment projects.
Support procurement, cost tracking, and reporting.
Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system reliability, energy efficiency, and maintainability.
Provide technical support during startup and early production, transitioning systems to operations and maintenance teams with proper documentation and training.
This Mechanical Engineer position will support a major manufacturing expansion, with responsibility spanning design, installation, commissioning, startup, operation, and handover of critical mechanical and utility systems.
This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in industrial environments and wants to own complex mechanical infrastructure from concept through long‑term operation.

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology.
3+ years of experience in mechanical engineering within an industrial, manufacturing, or heavy‑industry environment.
Strong understanding of mechanical utility systems, piping design, fluid systems, and industrial equipment.
Experience with industrial utilities such as chilled water, cooling water, compressed air, or industrial gases.
Proficiency with CAD tools (AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks) and project management software.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, schematics, and technical specifications.
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.
Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to work in active industrial environments and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Experience with industrial gas systems (argon, nitrogen, hydrogen) or high‑purity piping.
Exposure to capital project budgeting, procurement, and contractor management.
Knowledge of industrial utilities such as power distribution, HVAC, and process cooling.
Certifications such as OSHA 30, PMP, EIT/FE, Six Sigma, or similar.
Experience with commissioning, reliability engineering, or long‑term asset ownership.

Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence and Transparency.

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