Senior Mechanical Engineer

Logistics:

Company: Clopay Corporation

Position: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: Mountain Top, PA

• Onsite 5 Days/Week

Salary Range: $90,000-$110,000/year

Duration: Full Time

Anticipated Start Date: March 2026

Interview Process: 3 Rounds

Company Overiview:

CornellCookson, a division of Clopay Corporatioin, is a leading manufacturer of commercial and grille doors. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service as well as unsurpassed quality and innovative products. Our employees are the cornerstone of our success and we are looking for dynamic individuals to join our team.

Project Overview:

We are seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to join our Strategic Manufacturing team to design new processes and improve existing manufacturing cells. Activities range from manufacturing cell conceptual design, tool prototyping, sourcing, testing, manufacturing integration, and engineering change order execution. Come join us and get your process design, automation, and improvement juices flowing!

Responsibilities will include process ownership, capital investments, manufacturing cell setup, design for manufacturability, fixturing design, process development and continuous improvement projects.

Responsibilities/Principal Duties:

• Identify and execute new equipment Capital Expenditure projects
• Identify methods of improving the productivity of existing systems, taking into consideration the use of the latest technology
• Develop and design new manufacturing process cells for manufacturing
• Use Autodesk Inventor to design and layout part and assembly drawings using standard drafting practices
• Oversee the installation, startup and qualification of equipment
• Develop manufacturing process capabilities and standards
• Conduct economic analyses on new methods/equipment
• Recommend plans for facility layout as well as process flow improvements
• Calculate production costs that include equipment, time and labor
• Ensure organization is ready to support and manufacture new products
• Coordinate with IT and configurator groups to modify ERP system and work order routers
• Develop and modify work instructions
• Maintain positive customer, vendor, and coworker relationships
• Be dedicated, self-initiating, and passionate about mechanical design, implementation and improvement
• Contribute to new product ideas and designs, focused on Design for Manufacturability
• Independently manage time and prioritize tasks
• Interact with New Product Development, Design Engineering, and Continuous Improvement teams
• Oversee and/or perform assembly and testing of engineering prototypes
• Validate designs for conformance to various structural and life safety codes and standards as required (ASCE, IBC, UL, etc.) through engineering evaluations and calculations
• Work with Machinists and Fabricators to develop prototypes
• Present and communicate designs/ideas clearly to associates ranging from shop associates to executives

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or similar
• A minimum 7-years of full-time experience, 10-years preferred
• Proficient mechanical design skills with 3D Solid Modeling using Inventor or SolidWorks
• Knowledge and application of AutoCAD
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work within and lead a cross functional team
• Proficiency with hand tools and basic power tools
• Ability to convey complex, three-dimensional mechanical system to technical and non-technical personnel.

Preferred Requirements:

• 7 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role
• PE/FE certificate
• Proven track record in design and specification of sheet metal, structural steel, tooling and fixtures
• Experience with project management of smaller projects through completion involving multidisciplinary teams
• Experience in the door, access control, actuation, or building products industries
• Technical experience with design and project development, product improvements and optimization
• Experience with welding, milling, laser, casting and other modern methods of metal fabrication

We offer a competitive salary and a very comprehensive benefits package, including 401K, paid holidays, sick, and vacation time.

Equal Opportunity Employer, providing a drug-free work environment.