Mechanical Engineer

Maschmeyer Concrete (Redwing Materials LLC) is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to support the construction, installation, commissioning, and startup of a new state-of-the-art slag grinding plant in Gibsonton, Florida. The successful candidate will play a key role during the mechanical erection phase and will have the opportunity to transition into a permanent plant engineering role following successful commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the installation of mechanical equipment, including mills, conveyors, silos, bucket elevators, dust collection systems, pumps, compressors, and auxiliary equipment.
• Coordinate mechanical contractors and vendors to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Review mechanical drawings, equipment specifications, and installation procedures.
• Inspect equipment installation to ensure compliance with engineering standards and manufacturer requirements.
• Coordinate lifting plans and heavy equipment installation activities.
• Support quality control inspections, punch list completion, and equipment acceptance testing.
• Participate in pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues during installation and startup.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, MSHA, and company safety requirements.
• Assist in developing preventive maintenance programs and spare parts inventories.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in industrial manufacturing, cement, mining, aggregates, heavy industrial facilities, or construction projects.
• Experience with rotating equipment, conveyors, material handling systems, and process equipment.
• Knowledge of project management principles and contractor coordination.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Preferred Experience

• Cement, slag grinding, mining, bulk material handling, or power generation.
• Plant commissioning and startup experience.
• OSHA 30 and MSHA training preferred.