Senior Mechanical Engineer

In a world of vibrant color, INX stands out by blending art, science, and sustainability into every drop of ink we make.  We’re globally recognized for our innovation, and we’re A Great Place to Work-Certified™ company!

INX International is the third largest producer of inks in North America with full-service subsidiaries in Europe and South America. We offer a complete line of ink and coating solutions technology for commercial, packaging and digital applications. We expertly blend pioneering technology with a deep commitment to the environment. Dedicated to coloring a safe and sustainable future one print at a time, you can see our color chemistry on beverage cans, food and household packaging, clothing, banners, billboards and more. 

Investing in and protecting our employees is the key to our success.  Our average employee has been with us 12 years, and we recognize the significant experience and the continuous dedication of our team members. 

We’re actively seeking new talent with new ideas as we continue to provide sustainable products, service and innovation to the printing and packaging markets.

Join us in coloring a safe and sustainable future!

This role offers a range of $110,000 - $127,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on qualifications such as experience, education, certifications, and skills, as well as geographic considerations.

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to work with our Engineering team. This position manages facility and manufacturing improvement projects, develops plans, and produces project budgets including ROI calculations. This person supports the maintenance department in troubleshooting building and equipment repairs; conducts testing of new equipment, as well as making modifications to existing processes and equipment. This role works in conjunction with operations management in making modifications to processes and equipment work instructions, along with training other employees.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Testing and developing new equipment
• Improving/refining existing equipment
• Using Project Management to incorporate design and budgets for projects
• Maintaining a physical and direct functional and supportive role with multiple facility Maintenance and Manufacturing groups
• Assisting INX plant maintenance with advanced troubleshooting
• Providing floor support to troubleshoot process problems using continuous improvement and root cause analysis techniques
• Ensuring that products and systems comply with applicable codes
• Reporting routine activities on a monthly basis, keeping relevant staff members up-to-date more frequently on rapidly moving projects
• Initiating or supplying documentation for capital projects using TPM tools used within the EEM pillar and the six-step management methodology
• Supporting all new equipment and processes with in-house training classes, as determined by  the department’s and the company’s needs 

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To perform your job as expected, you will be required to:

• Have a BS in Mechanical Engineering or a related degree
• Have at least 10 years of related industry experience in chemical or process manufacturing industries
• Be proficient in creating and reading electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings using Autocad
• Perform advanced troubleshooting of mechanical/motion/hydraulic systems and solve other problems as encountered. Have basic troubleshooting knowledge of electrical systems
• Understand the basic use of instrumentation devices, programmable controllers and their associated roles with system operation
• Assist in the trouble shooting of instrumentation devices and PLC's and be able to help identify the source of the problem
• Have the ability to travel up to 25%, as needed

In addition to these qualifications, we will consider it a plus if you have:

• Experience in 3D modeling AKA Solidworks, Fusion 360, Navis Works
• Six Sigma Black Belt
• Chemical manufacturing background preferred

We offer a competitive salary with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, pet insurance, HSA and FSA, 401(k), and more. Through our programs, which now include Paid Volunteer Time Off and Paid Parental Leave, we support the needs of our employees, their dependents, and their communities by providing a benefit package that is easy to understand, easy to access, and affordable for all our employees.

Don’t just choose a job; choose a career that emphasizes employee growth in a safe, environmentally conscious culture.   Embark on your Colorful Career with us!

We require post-offer, pre-employment drug screens, physicals, and background checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran.