3-7+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing engineering, plant operations, or production engineering within a heavy industrial, machining, or rotating equipment environment.
Practical working knowledge of OSHA standards, shop hazard identification, job safety analysis (JSA), and machine shop safety practices.
Solid understanding of manual metal-cutting operations (lathes, mills), welding, Disassembly/Cleaning/Inspection (DCI), and mechanical assembly.
Familiarity with basic 3D CAD platforms (SolidWorks, Inventor, or AutoCAD) to evaluate or design lifting aids, fixtures, and shop layout revisions.
Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical discipline (practical industrial experience strongly considered in lieu of degree).