Mechanical Engineer

We are looking for a self-directed professional who can collaborate across engineering disciplines to execute projects successfully. Strong writing and presentation skills are essential for preparing reports and delivering information professionally to colleagues and clients. Some management of direct-report engineers may be required, and occasional travel to meet clients or investigate sites will be necessary. While Professional Engineer licensure is desirable, it is not required.

How you add value:
• Apply standard engineering principles and practices to problem-solving and project execution.
• Read, interpret, and apply national, state, and local codes and standards (ASTM, ANSI, NFPA, etc.).
• Demonstrate motivation and ability to work collaboratively to accomplish project goals.
• Write reports, correspondence, and prepare professional presentations.
• Speak effectively before groups including clients, coworkers, and executive management.

Competencies:
• Piping design
• Material handling system/equipment design
• Fire protection and NFPA/FM Global
• Pneumatic conveying
• Supervisory Responsibility

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position. Standard hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Due to the nature of the role and its responsibilities, it may be necessary to work outside normal business hours.

Travel:
Some travel is expected in this role.

Required Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• 5-10 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience related to the wood products industry.

Why Join Us?
Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. We offer opportunities to work on high-impact projects, support for professional development, and a dynamic work environment where your contributions are valued. If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering career, we want to hear from you.

MSE is pleased to offer the following benefits to our full-time employees:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available to employees and their dependents on the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Optional flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid basic life and short-term disability insurance with employee-paid options for additional life insurance and long-term disability
• Up to $300 per year in wellness activity reimbursement
• 401k with employer matching available
• Up to 96 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued per year with no waiting period to use accrued time
• 8 paid scheduled holidays and 1 paid floating holiday per calendar year
• Up to $5,250 per year tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Annual reimbursement for safety boots and safety glasses based on the nature of the job

This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities, and activities. It is intended to provide a summary of the position's general scope and function within the company. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

MSE and its affiliates offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth. We take pride in and value diversity in our workforce, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

MSE participates in E-Verify and will only employ individuals who are verified as legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, currently or in the future.

Current employees of MSE and affiliates, and rehires within less than one year, are not eligible for the retention bonus.

To learn more about our company, and the products and services we provide, please visit www.mseco.com