Senior Mechanical Engineer

SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Danville, KENTUCKY

JOB REFERENCE ID: 25-06535

JOB TYPE: Direct Placement

LOCATION: Danville, KENTUCKY

PAY RATE: $95000 - $105000

POST DATE: June 17, 2025

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Now Hiring: Senior Mechanical Engineer (Direct Hire) - Danville, KY

1st Shift | Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM | $95,000-$105,000 + Bonus | RPO Direct Hire

Join a leading team in the Braking Systems Division as a Senior Mechanical Engineer based in Danville, KY. This is a full-time, first-shift position with flexible hours, primarily Monday through Friday. Occasional early mornings, late evenings, or weekend work may be required based on project needsbut this is expected to be rare.

This is a direct hire opportunity with a competitive salary, annual bonus potential, and long-term career growth supporting a wide variety of engineering and facility projects.

About the Role

As the Senior Mechanical Engineer, you'll be the site's lead facility engineer, supporting plant operations, equipment upgrades, and strategic projects. You will work closely with cross-functional teamsincluding hourly and salaried staffon everything from maintenance initiatives to large-scale facility expansions. Your work will primarily support the Danville carbon production site, while also contributing to projects across Akron, OH and Coventry, RI locations.

Key Responsibilities

Site & Facility Development

Lead engineering design efforts for facility expansions, equipment installations, utility systems, HVAC, and process piping while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Project Engineering

Oversee full-cycle project engineering: planning, budgeting, scheduling, cost control, purchasing, and vendor coordination for capital and improvement projects.

Manufacturing Support

Support process improvements, automation implementation, and new equipment integration to enhance production efficiency.

Maintenance Leadership

Collaborate with maintenance teams to improve operational efficiency, develop skill-based training, and implement problem-solving tools.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with leadership, production teams, and outside contractors. Help foster a collaborative, high-performance work environment.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (required)

Experience:

5+ years in mechanical engineering, including project management, facility design, and implementation of industrial systems and equipment.

Technical Skills:

2D and 3D CAD (AutoCAD required; SolidWorks a plus)

Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics

Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and facility systems

Familiarity with SAP (preferred; can train)

Experience with DeltaV or similar control systems (preferred)

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Soft Skills:

Strong leadership and interpersonal communication

Self-directed with a hands-on, solutions-oriented mindset

Comfortable working across teams and with all levels of the organization

Analytical and detail-oriented, with strong problem-solving abilities

Committed to safety and continuous improvement

Work Environment

Standard hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (flexible as needed)

Occasional off-hours or weekends based on project demand

Some travel may be required for training or multi-site support

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary: $95,000-$105,000 annually

Bonus potential

Stable, long-term direct hire opportunity

Be part of impactful projects including facility upgrades, furnace redesigns, and sustainability initiatives

Collaborative, team-oriented environment supporting cutting-edge manufacturing

Benefits

PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future.

PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan.

Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply.