Mechanial Engineer

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 03/28/2025

Introduction

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our team. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing mechanical systems and components, which involves using CAD software and conducting experiments to improve product designs. Your role plays a crucial part in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our mechanical systems, which will contribute to the overall success and innovation of our projects. In this position, you will report to the Product Engineering Manager.
 

This position is mainly located in Gastonia, NC but we are happy to offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options. The role will require 20% of travel.

Team you belong to

You will join a team of mechanical engineering experts dedicated to designing and developing innovative mechanical systems. We are passionate about creating efficient and reliable solutions and strive to deliver excellence in every project. We are currently developing advanced mechanical components and working on optimizing existing systems.

We work closely with internal stakeholders, such as engineering teams and product managers, and external stakeholders, such as clients and suppliers. Our team culture is all about collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. The members in our team are located in Gastonia, NC.

What You’ll Do

• Design and Development: Efficiently and accurately perform 3D and 2D designs using AutoDesk Inventor and utilize FEA software to complete designs.
• Technical Analysis: Read and utilize information from diagrams, previous designs, and vendor drawings. Perform calculations to determine loads and stresses with structural steel.
• Quality Assurance: Check mechanical drawings and their bills of material for completeness, accuracy, neatness, and conformance to recognized drafting practices, company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the local team, global engineering team, and multiple interfaces such as manufacturing, quality, and suppliers to develop, improve, and validate parts and products.
• Innovation: Drive design activities to find and evaluate technical solutions, visualize different technical solutions, and document various technical solutions as needed.
• Communication: Ensure alignment and collaboration through effective communication. Help collate and analyze needed technical data and perform other administrative tasks as required.
   

Who You Are
 

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related areas).
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in relevant fields such as heavy machinery and manufacturing, OEM experience, etc.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD (preferably Inventor) and a basic understanding of CAE. Knowledge of manufacturing and assembling methodologies, Bill of Materials, and product cost.
• Software Proficiency: Experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP) and PLM/PDM systems (preferably Teamcenter).
• Personal Attributes: Ability to visualize various technical solutions, take initiative, organize, and communicate effectively. Ability to work independently and autonomously.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills in English; additional languages are advantageous.
• Licenses: Must possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport.

What's in it for you

• An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change.
• Wellbeing and safety - Benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services, and engagement surveys.
• Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets.
• Hybrid working possibilities - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.
• A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
• Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.

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How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers' energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and process expertise. We are the partner for positive change. 

Headquartered in Espoo, Finland, Metso employs over 17,000 people in close to 50 countries and sales for 2023 were about EUR 5.4 billion. The company is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. metso.com, x.com/metsoofficial