Maschmeyer Concrete (Redwing Materials LLC) is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to support the construction, installation, commissioning, and startup of a new state-of-the-art slag grinding plant in Gibsonton, Florida. The successful candidate will play a key role during the mechanical erection phase and will have the opportunity to transition into a permanent plant engineering role following successful commissioning.
Key Responsibilities
· Supervise the installation of mechanical equipment, including mills, conveyors, silos, bucket elevators, dust collection systems, pumps, compressors, and auxiliary equipment.
· Coordinate mechanical contractors and vendors to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
· Review mechanical drawings, equipment specifications, and installation procedures.
· Inspect equipment installation to ensure compliance with engineering standards and manufacturer requirements.
· Coordinate lifting plans and heavy equipment installation activities.
· Support quality control inspections, punch list completion, and equipment acceptance testing.
· Participate in pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup activities.
· Troubleshoot mechanical issues during installation and startup.
· Ensure compliance with OSHA, MSHA, and company safety requirements.
· Assist in developing preventive maintenance programs and spare parts inventories.
Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
· Minimum five (5) years of experience in industrial manufacturing, cement, mining, aggregates, heavy industrial facilities, or construction projects.
· Experience with rotating equipment, conveyors, material handling systems, and process equipment.
· Knowledge of project management principles and contractor coordination.
· Excellent communication and leadership skills.
· Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
Preferred Experience
· Cement, slag grinding, mining, bulk material handling, or power generation.
· Plant commissioning and startup experience.
· OSHA 30 and MSHA training preferred.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
- At least five years of experience in industrial manufacturing, cement, mining, aggregates, heavy industrial facilities, or construction projects
- Experience with rotating equipment, conveyors, material handling systems, and process equipment
- Knowledge of project management principles and contractor coordination
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
- Experience in cement, slag grinding, mining, bulk material handling, or power generation
- Plant commissioning and startup experience
- OSHA 30 and MSHA training
What We Do
Maschmeyer Concrete is a privately held, family-owned Florida producer and supplier of ready-mix concrete, concrete block, and related building materials. Its plants and delivery fleet serve customers across Southeast, Central, and Tampa, supplying materials for construction projects. The company emphasizes dependable, quality products, safe and timely delivery, strong customer relationships, and making it easy for customers to do business with the team.
