Sr/Principal Engineer - (Mechanical) Job

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Armstrong World Industries
Global designer and manufacturer of ceiling and wall systems for commercial, institutional and residential spaces.
Lead and execute mechanical projects for manufacturing equipment and processes.
6 days ago ago
$100,000 - $128,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Macon, GA
Onsite
Company Size
3,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Marketing
Human Resources
Information Technology
Finance
Legal/Sustainability
Customer Service
Inside Sales
Commercial Sales
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Residential
Healthcare
Education
Government
Retail
Hospitality
Corporate
Role
What you would be doing
mechanical maintenance
capital projects
equipment specification
troubleshooting
process improvement
team collaboration
  • Actively participates as a member of multifunctional project teams
  • Applies sound mechanical & precision maintenance principles on all projects and installations
  • Mentors and develops corporate or plant engineers and maintenance personnel
  • Investigate equipment or process issues and recommend corrective action
  • Leads and executes major capital projects according to the agreed cost, schedule, and performance
  • Participates in Agile Lean events to drive rapid process improvements
  • Partners with plant engineering, maintenance, and operations to assure customer requirements and expectations are met
  • Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
  • Specifies equipment, work with suppliers and contractors to design, procure and install assets
What you bring
autocad
sap
lean
pe
mechanical engineering
project management
  • Ability to be innovative and strategic
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) and/or Professional Engineer (PE) certification
  • Experience with estimating project costs and stage gate approval process
  • Previous project management experience
  • Up to 50% depending on the scope and phases of ongoing projects
  • Diverse Project Engineering and Manufacturing experience
  • Hands-on installation and construction skills
  • Lean Practitioner certification or experience utilizing Lean tools
  • 5-7 years of experience with project engineering and project management in a manufacturing environment
  • Willingness to travel to local and international locations
  • Ability to lead projects and teams
  • Experience with SAP
  • Experience using AutoCAD
  • Demonstrated presentation skills
  • The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: sit for prolonged periods; repetitive motion of hands/wrists/fingers; concentrate and repeat the same physical or mental activities over and over; think analytically and be exact or highly accurate; make decisions such as to identify complex problems, develop options and implement solutions; work in a team; ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADAAA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards; pay attention to and remember details; communicate effectively including active listening to understand points being made, and asking appropriate questions and not interrupting inappropriately; speak to convey information effectively; write to communicate effectively as appropriate for the needs of the audience; read to understand work related documents; move between different physical locations within and between buildings; and push, pull, carry and lift in the normal course of travel.
  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
  • Proven ability to communicate and integrate well across organizational functions/units
Benefits
  • Collaboration and an open friendly team environment
  • Dedicated training and development to help you grow in your role and beyond
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1860
Year of establishment
The company traces its origins to 1860, marking over 160 years of evolution in the industry.
$1.3B Revenue
2023 annual revenue
The company generated $1.3 billion in revenue in 2023, reflecting its strong market presence.
2024 Acquisition
Expansion through acquisition
In 2024, the company acquired 3form, expanding its product portfolio in specialty ceilings and glass accents.
20 Facilities
Manufacturing presence
The company operates 20 manufacturing facilities across the Americas, supporting its diverse product range.
  • The company designs, engineers and produces ceiling and wall solutions—from mineral fiber panels to glass‑fiber‑reinforced gypsum—for a range of environments.
  • Its work spans commercial offices, schools, healthcare, and residential renovation projects, often enhancing acoustics, aesthetics and functional design.
  • Products are grouped across Mineral Fiber and Architectural Specialties segments, highlighting its technical depth in both core and high‑design solutions.
  • Headquartered in Lancaster, PA, Armstrong also maintains a research lab and a joint venture (WAVE) focused on suspension system innovation.
  • An intriguing legacy detail: during WWII the company even produced cork sound insulation for submarines and airplane parts, showcasing its diverse manufacturing roots.
Culture + Values
  • To respect the dignity and inherent rights of the individual in all dealings with people.
  • To maintain high moral and ethical standards and to reflect honesty, integrity, reliability and forthrightness in all relationships.
  • To reflect the tenets of good taste and common courtesy in all attributes, words and deeds.
  • To serve fairly and in proper balance the interests of all groups associated with the business—customers, stockholders, employees, suppliers, community neighbors, government and the general public.
  • “Let the Buyer Have Faith” (guarantee of quality and trust)
Environment + Sustainability
30% Reduction
Scope 1 & 2 Emissions
Targets a 30% reduction in GHG emissions by 2030 compared to 2019 levels, aligning with the SBTi well-below-2°C scenario.
100% Renewable
Electricity by 2030
Aims to source 100% of electricity from renewable energy by 2030.
50% Reduction
Product Carbon Footprint
Seeks a 50% reduction in the carbon footprint of products by 2030 from 2019 baseline.
100% Chemical-Free
Products
Committed to 100% chemicals of concern-free products with verified transparency by 2030.
  • Aims for a 20% reduction in water intensity of products by 2030 from 2019 baseline.
  • Over 217 million sq ft of ceiling tiles diverted through recycling since 1999.
  • Ultima panels offer 43% embodied carbon reduction versus standard products.
  • Templok ceilings and Ultima panels designed to aid in operational and embodied carbon reduction.
  • Named among America’s Greenest Companies 2025.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Embed D&I into strategy with policies prioritizing equal opportunities and dedicated VP of Talent Sustainability & Acquisition.
  • Offer regular training and engagement on diversity and inclusion topics across locations.
  • Employee Resource Groups (AWARE, BOLD, EMERGE, AQUA) to support women, Black professionals, early-career talent, LGBTQ+ employees.
  • Collect employee opinions via surveys, site assessments and ERGs.
  • Build early-career pipelines through summer internships and professional development programs.
  • Comprehensive benefits supporting physical, financial and mental health.
  • No public gender-ratio or statistical breakdown available.
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Sr/Principal Engineer - (Mechanical) Job at Armstrong World Industries in Macon, GA