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Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.

Wieland is hiring a Mechanical Engineer to join the team! The Mechanical Engineer will be to be responsible for the design, deployment, and maintenance of a broad range of mechanical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems in a complex manufacturing operation. Mechanical Engineer will manage capital and major maintenance projects and should be familiar with a variety of the mechanical engineering and maintenance concepts, practices, and procedures. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of rolling experience within the steel, copper, or aluminum industry .

This role is located in East Alton, IL in our brass mill and casting plant and will be performed 100% onsite.

Responsibilities of Mechanical Engineer include but not limited to:

• Work with operations, Process Engineering, Quality Engineering, and Maintenance to understand equipment and system performance, identify gaps to standard, develop solutions in a team environment, and implement with internal and external resources.
• Prepare projects in a consistent manner to ensure project definition and team buy-in is gained. Use the conceptual design or solution to estimate the project cost by line item.  Generate appropriate approval documents (CAR, Work order, savings documentation, etc.)
• Implement projects from concept to completion. Keep the project on schedule, control expenditures to avoid cost overruns, meet agreed to deliverables.
• Keep abreast of engineering and manufacturing technological developments for the purpose of improving safety, quality, inventory reduction, on time performance, and cost reductions.
• Assists in the troubleshooting process to assure root cause identification and resolution to maintain productivity, product quality, and minimize equipment downtime.
• Supports and encourages employee involvement in continuous improvement activities including Safety Excellence, Lean Manufacturing, TPM and Maintenance Excellence activities.
• Provide technical advice to the organization in the application of advanced theories, concepts, principles, and processes for assigned areas of responsibilities.
• Required to lead by example and advisement. Responsible for directing the work of internal craftsmen and supervising outside contractors.

Qualifications of Mechanical Engineer include but not limited to:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 3-7 years experience in a manufacturing environment

• 5+ years of rolling experience within the steel, copper, or aluminum industry 

• Strong mechanical aptitude with hydraulic and fluid systems troubleshooting skills.
• Familiar with maintenance of industrial machinery and equipment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

• Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 8,000+ employees worldwide and 35+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.   Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.