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Mechanical Engineer
Alloy, WV
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Who We Are


Ferroglobe is one of the world’s leading suppliers of silicon metal, silicon-based and manganese-based specialty alloys and ferroalloys, serving a customer base across the globe in dynamic and fast-growing end markets, such as solar, automotive, consumer products, construction and energy.


Learn more about our Transformation Story here: Who we are


What You Will Do


Ferroglobe is seeking a Plant Mechanical Engineer with prior manufacturing facility engineering experience to oversee the day-to-day mechanical engineering activities and maintenance engineering support at our facility in West Virginia

  • Support all aspects of maintenance operations 
  • Design, plan, install and maintain plant facilities and equipment 
  • Provide technical consultation, leadership, and support to maintenance and operations departments, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance 
  • Plan and manage execution of capital projects, including associated budgets 
  • Coordinate activities and costs of contractors, suppliers, and consultants 
  • Ensure facility, equipment, and processes are compliant with all safety and environmental regulations 
  • Prepare and/or review blueprints, drawings, schematics, and detailed equipment specifications . 
  • Source replacement parts in accordance with required specification 
  • Perform other duties as may be required 


What We Seek 


  • BS degree in mechanical engineering required 
  • Heavy industrial facility engineering and project management experience required 
  • Metallurgical, steel, chemical or petrochemical plant industry experience a plus 
  • CAD and blueprint experience required , SolidWorks modelling a plus 
  • Capital project management experience 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office 
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001, OSHA, and EPA regulations a plus 
  • Flexible work hours required , along with occasional travel 
  • Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude required 
  • Skilled in creating blueprints, drawings, schematics, and detailed equipment operation specifications 
  • Hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical experience required 
  • Demonstrate level of proficiency to work without close supervision 
  • Ability to work in both hot and cold environments where the temperature can swing rapidly 
  • Ability to work in physically demanding environment; bending, stooping and lifting of 50 lbs. required 



What We Offer : 


We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Company-Paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life, Voluntary Life and LTD, Employer 401k Match and paid time off. 



Working Environment: 


  • Performs jobs under varying conditions (dust, oil, grease, hot and humid temperatures, fumes, noise, etc.) 
  •  Ability to lift 50lbs, Floor to waist, Waist to shoulder. Overhead, Carry 20 feet 
  •  Wears proper PPE in the manufacturing area (shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection) 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled 





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