Mechanical Engineer- Manufacturing- Lancaster, PA

About Our Client

The client is a large, established manufacturing organization operating in the metals and industrial products sector, with a strong focus on safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. They offer a collaborative plant-based engineering environment, manage significant capital projects, and support long-term career growth within a stable, values-driven corporate culture.

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer will:

• Lead mechanical engineering projects from concept and scope development through installation, commissioning, and close‑out.
• Provide ongoing engineering support to production, maintenance, and technical teams to meet plant and operational goals.
• Manage capital projects of varying size, ensuring adherence to safety standards, budgets, and schedules.
• Coordinate with external contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders on design, fabrication, and installation activities.
• Develop project documentation, schedules, cost estimates, and bid packages, and track progress against plans.
• Ensure all project-related safety requirements, documentation, and meetings are completed and enforced.
• Monitor project spending and performance, reporting updates and controlling costs within approved budgets.
• Drive equipment reliability, capacity improvements, and resolution of chronic mechanical or process issues through structured problem solving.

MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will have:

• Holds a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related technical field.
• Has hands-on experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or plant-based engineering environment.
• Demonstrates the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting safety, cost, and schedule expectations.
• Brings strong problem-solving skills, particularly related to mechanical equipment and process optimization.
• Is comfortable coordinating with cross‑functional teams, contractors, and external vendors.
• Shows a high level of organization, attention to detail, and ownership of work.
• Communicates clearly and effectively, both in writing and in group or one‑on‑one settings.
• Is proactive, self‑motivated, and eager to grow technically and professionally within a continuous improvement culture.

What's on Offer

The Mechanical Engineer will receive:

• Opportunity to work in a stable, well‑established industrial environment with long‑term capital investment and complex engineering challenges.
• Exposure to end‑to‑end project ownership, including design, budgeting, installation, and commissioning of significant mechanical projects.
• Professional development through hands‑on experience, mentorship, and opportunities to grow technical and leadership capabilities.
• A collaborative, team‑oriented culture that values safety, integrity, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with a large, reputable manufacturing organization.
• The chance to make a direct impact on plant performance, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency.
• Access to modern engineering tools, systems, and cross‑functional resources.
• Long‑term career progression potential within a financially strong, values‑driven organization.