Mechanical Engineer (Field Engineering / Project Support)
Location: Georgetown, KY
Salary: $60K-$68K/year
Workstyle: On-site with ~35% travel (domestic & international)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, PTO, 401(k) with company match
A growing company serving the automotive manufacturing industry is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to provide technical application support during project development and oversee equipment installation at customer facilities. This role combines engineering, customer support, project coordination, and field installation responsibilities.
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Evaluate customer requirements and provide technical recommendations for equipment, products, services, training, and after-sales support.
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Support project development by estimating project costs, timelines, manpower requirements, and technical scope.
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Assist with customer training on equipment operation and technical procedures.
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Follow up with customers to ensure equipment and services meet performance expectations.
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Supervise equipment installation and coordinate contractors to ensure successful project execution.
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Read and interpret equipment layouts and engineering drawings.
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Assist senior engineers and project managers in preparing bid packages and collecting technical project information.
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Record, analyze, and summarize project costs.
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Support on-site project management and verify installation work complies with project specifications and drawings.
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Coordinate technical issues among customers, contractors, and internal teams.
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Organize customer and contractor meetings to communicate project progress and resolve issues.
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Coordinate with global suppliers and engineering teams to ensure equipment delivery schedules and smooth project execution.
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College degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience.
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Knowledge of industrial equipment installation, operation, service, and customer support.
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Strong interpersonal, communication, and project coordination skills.
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Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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Experience with robotic systems, conveyor systems, manual welding equipment, machining equipment, assembly equipment, presses, and test bench equipment.
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Japanese language ability is a plus.
