Diamond Ridge Construction

Mechanical Engineer - EP

Merrillville, IndianaFull-time
$40 - $55 hourly
About the Job
We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer who is comfortable working on industrial projects inside active steel mills and supporting fast-moving work. This role requires strong SolidWorks skills, practical mechanical design experience, and the ability to collaborate with project managers, other disciplines, and field personnel. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and able to support multiple projects simultaneously.
 
What to Expect:
  • Hands-on mechanical design work tied directly to real-world industrial facilities.
  • Exposure to active steel mill environments and construction activities.
  • A fast-paced workload with multiple concurrent projects.
  • Close coordination with project managers, fabricators, vendors, and field staff.
  • Opportunities to grow technically through complex industrial systems and equipment.
 
Responsibilities & Duties:
  • Perform mechanical engineering design for industrial and steel mill facilities.
  • Develop 3D models, layouts, and fabrication-level drawings using SolidWorks.
  • Support ongoing projects through design development, coordination, and construction support.
  • Coordinate with other disciplines and work in a team environment to deliver integrated project solutions.
  • Review installation of designed equipment and systems for compliance with construction documents.
  • Perform duties on multiple projects within established schedules.
  • Work on a wide variety of industrial project types, scales, and complexity.
  • Support concurrent projects in active industrial environments.
  • Prepare construction cost estimates, both in broad and detailed scopes.
  • Assist in developing feasibility studies and conceptual layouts for industrial equipment and systems.
  • Assist in the development of contract documents, technical specifications, and fabrication details.
  • Review vendor and fabricator submittals for compliance with design intent.
  • Perform site visits to steel mills and industrial facilities to support design development and field coordination.
  • Perform all work in a safe and responsible manner, in accordance with the Health and Safety Plan.
  • Possess aptitude to act as a positive representative of the company and its core values.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
 
Job Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
  • 1–5+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience preferred (industrial experience a plus).
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred; pursuing Professional Engineer (PE) license encouraged.
  • Strong SolidWorks experience required.
  • Experience with mechanical design, equipment layout, and fabrication drawings preferred.
  • Experience working in or supporting steel mills or heavy industrial facilities preferred.
  • Familiarity with construction documents, shop drawings, and construction support activities.
  • Ability to visit and safely traverse active industrial and construction sites while complying with all applicable safety requirements.