Mechanical Engineer at Lincoln Electric

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 11,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

 Location: Euclid - 22801 - Cleveland, OH, United States (US)
Employment Status: Salary Full-Time
Function: Engineering
Req ID: 25302 

Summary
Lincoln Electric is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for our Euclid, OH World Headquarters. The Mechanical Engineer will be a part of the Plant Engineering team at Cleveland Operations. The team drives the success of capital projects while providing critical engineering support to the Consumable and Machine divisions.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the mechanical aspects of these projects, including facilities preparation, equipment design, and equipment installation. Your work will directly impact the improvement of existing systems and facilities, focusing on enhancing health and safety, operational efficiency, product quality, and cost management.

In addition to competitive pay, Lincoln Electric offers a lucrative profit-sharing plan, student loan repayment program PLUS tuition reimbursement, medical/dental/vision, paid time off and many more outstanding benefits!

What You Will Do:

• Collaborate in a Team-Oriented, Hands-On Environment: Work within a multidisciplinary team on capital and strategic projects aimed at enhancing the Cleveland Operations production facilities. Engage in direct, hands-on involvement with engineering solutions and design improvements.

• Mechanical Engineering Leadership: Take full responsibility for the mechanical aspects of various projects, including the preparation of facilities, design of equipment, and installation of systems, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.

• Drive Continuous Improvement: Focus on engineering solutions that improve equipment reliability, reduce operational and maintenance costs, enhance safety, and increase ergonomics for plant personnel. Continuously evaluate equipment to drive improvements in productivity and reliability.

• Support Safety & Environmental Initiatives: Develop solutions in compliance with ISO 14001 standards and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) initiatives.

• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Interface with engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, R&D, Quality Assurance (QA), and Supply Management teams to ensure project accuracy, alignment, and timely execution of design targets.

• Technical Support & Problem Solving: Provide ongoing technical support to the Production and Maintenance departments, troubleshooting issues, recommending solutions, and helping to implement system and process improvements.

• Project Management: Work closely with or manage external engineering and construction personnel to ensure that projects are completed on time, within scope, and in compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements.

• Compliance & Regulatory Excellence: Ensure that all mechanical systems and project activities meet or exceed safety, health, environmental, and industry regulations, adhering to EPA and OSHA standards.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

• Level II Engineer: minimum of 3 years of professional engineering experience, with a solid track record of contributing to successful projects and operations in an industrial setting.

• Level III Engineer: minimum of 5 years of professional engineering experience, with a solid track record of contributing to successful projects and operations in an industrial setting.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle a variety of assignments, including occasional travel between facilities in Northeast Ohio and off-shift work as required.

• Must demonstrate sound judgment, be self-motivated, proactive, and safety-conscious with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility.

• Comfort and capability in performing hands-on work on the shop floor with production employees, troubleshooting, and providing support to production processes.

• Ability to lead small to medium-sized projects, offering support for day-to-day operations while ensuring project goals are met.

• Experience with Solid Edge or similar 3D CAD modeling software is preferred,

• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, EPA, and OSHA standards is a plus

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.