Engineer - Mechanical

We train and promote from within
Excellent low-cost health benefits
Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions
Paid vacation and 10 holidays

Currently, we are seeking a qualified Mechanical Engineer to work collaboratively with our Fabrication Shop based in Shelton, Washington .

About The Position

• Design and rebuild lumber manufacturing equipment

• Assist in the development and improvement of lumber processing equipment

• Effectively model detailed concepts and designs using 3D modeling software

• Provide leadership and direction to assemblers and machinists

• Work with company operations to understand complete application and needs

• Coordinate activities relative to the development of new equipment

• Plan and supervise equipment installation, upgrades, and start-ups

• Work to continuously learn and improve knowledge of industry and equipment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, related field, or equivalent experience

• 1 years experience in the lumber industry and/or machine design preferred

• Experience with SolidWorks or 3D modeling software required, FEA analysis and PDM experienced is a plus

• Knowledge of hydraulics, drives, welding, and machining preferred

• Machine center alignment and installation experience preferred

• Able to contribute creative solutions and succeed in an innovative environment

• Possess strong problem-solving, multi-tasking, and organizational skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Why Join Our Team?
Because this is more than an invitation, it's a commitment to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth to everyone We ask people to grow with us and make the company even better.

We provide an excellent benefit package including a full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums, a 401(k) with Company Match, additional Retirement Contributions , and company-paid Life Insurance. Each year, the Sierra Pacific Foundation has provided an average of $500,000 in scholarships to help the children of our crew members with education expenses.

Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.
The general wage range for this position at Sierra Pacific Industries is from $65,000 to $115,000 per year, and is dependent upon a number of factors, including, but not limited to: relevant work experience, skill, knowledge, and/or education.

About Our Company
Sierra Pacific Industries started in 1949 and has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the U.S., employing over 5,000 crew members. Sierra Pacific continues to be a company where its employees are proud to work at state-of-the-art facilities and others strive to become part of the team.

We are a third generation family-owned company based in Northern California. Sierra Pacific owns and sustainably manages nearly 2 million acres of timberland in California and Washington. We are growing forests for our future, planting over 6 million new trees every year. Our forests are managed under a 100-year plan by Registered Professional Foresters, Wildlife Biologists, Botanists, and other professionals.

Sierra Pacific effectively uses nearly 100% of every piece of wood we bring to our facilities. In fact, any small amount that isn't turned into hand-crafted doors and windows, millwork, lumber, or landscaping material is actually converted into electricity in our seven biomass-fueled power plants.

We are proud that all Sierra Pacific facilities follow our drug-free and tobacco-free policies. As part of our safety in the workplace policy, an offer of employment is subject to a negative drug screen result. We use E-verify to verify the social security number and work authorization of all newly hired employees. Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.

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