Now backed by Cemen Tech Inc. — the world leader in volumetric concrete technology — Montana Tank Works is entering an exciting new era of growth, innovation, and opportunity under new ownership and leadership. We’re building a workplace where employees are valued like family and rewarded for their hard work.
- Employee Ownership (ESOP) – As an employee-owner, you share in the company’s success while building long-term financial security and retirement value for you and your family.
- 100% Paid Health Insurance – Keep more of your paycheck with company-paid premiums.
- Great Benefits & Perks – Paid time off, parental leave, 401(k), bonuses, and more.
- Strong Team Culture – Work in a supportive, innovative, and team-focused environment.
- Employee Appreciation – Enjoy company events, holiday meals, service awards and local sporting event tickets.
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the design, development, validation, release, and continuous improvement of mechanical systems and products throughout the product lifecycle. These positions apply engineering principles to develop innovative, reliable, manufacturable, and cost-effective solutions that meet customer, business, and regulatory requirements. Mechanical Engineering collaborates closely with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Service, and Sales to ensure successful product development, production support, and ongoing product performance.
Mechanical Engineers are assigned to either the New Product Development (NPD) team, where the primary focus is the concept, design, validation, and launch of new products and technologies, or the Design & Release Engineering (DRE) team, where the primary focus is sustaining engineering, product improvements, engineering change management, manufacturing support, and continuous product optimization. Responsibilities and technical leadership increase progressively based on position level as an Engineer, Senior Engineer, or Lead Engineer.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Plan, prioritize, and execute engineering assignments to meet project schedules, cost objectives, quality expectations, and requirements.
- Design mechanical components, assemblies and systems using SolidWorks CAD software.
- Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications and Bills of Material (BOM).
- Create and apply material specifications to designs and components for applications.
- Perform engineering calculations, simulations, and analyses supporting product performance, durability, safety, and reliability.
- Participate in and lead design reviews, risk assessments, and product validation activities as appropriate to position level.
- Develop and execute validation plans for products and/or components
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Service and other departments.
- Write test reports to document and communicate studies and testing.
- Troubleshoot product, manufacturing and field issues.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain engineering documentation in PDM and ERP systems.
- Develop costing models and analysis reports.
- Perform weight distribution analysis on assemblies and systems.
- Ensure compliance with company engineering standards and applicable regulations.
ADDITIONAL TEAM RESPONSIBILITIES
New Product Development (NPD)
- Innovation and development of new products, systems, or features utilizing the Product Development Process (PDP) for projects and assignments.
- Lead concept development, feasibility studies, and selection for new designs.
- Develop prototypes and coordinate testing, including customer sites.
- Validate designs prior to release aligned to function, reliability, safety, manufacturability, and cost.
- Translate customer and market requirements into product designs.
- Support product launches and issue resolution during early build stages.
Design & Release Engineering (DRE)
- Sustaining engineering, product improvements, and ensuring released designs remain robust and manufacturable.
- Create and implement Engineering Change Notices (ECN’s).
- Maintain released product documentation including BOMs, CAD, and drawing updates.
- Improve manufacturability and product cost through optimization.
- Resolve field, production and warranty issues.
- Support supplier qualification and design changes.
- Support supplier quality improvements and component obsolescence activities.
POSITION LEVEL EXPECTATIONS
Engineer
- Executes engineering tasks and component design assignments.
- Develops technical knowledge of products, systems, and engineering standards while supporting project objectives.
- Works under general direction with regular guidance and review.
- Makes tactical decisions within responsibilities and escalates higher-risk decisions appropriately.
- Applies established engineering principles to solve routine to moderately complex problems.
- Individual contributor who actively participates in team success.
Senior Engineer
- Owns subsystem design and technical execution, and cross-functional coordination.
- Serves as technical lead for assigned projects or subsystems
- Works independently with minimal supervision.
- Makes independent technical decisions affecting performance, cost, quality, and schedule.
- Solves complex technical challenges requiring system-level thinking and engineering judgment.
- Provides technical mentorship, reviews work, and coaches less experienced engineers.
- Coordinates technical activities across multiple departments and suppliers.
- Influences engineering decisions and project direction through technical expertise.
Lead Engineer
- Provides technical leadership for major programs, product lines, or engineering initiatives.
- Establishes engineering direction and standards.
- Works autonomously and provides direction to others.
- Makes technical decisions that influence product direction, engineering standards, and business outcomes.
- Resolves highly complex technical issues involving multiple disciplines, competing priorities, and business considerations.
- Leads technical teams, mentors engineers, and develops engineering talent.
- Shapes engineering strategy, product architecture, organizational capability, and long-term innovation.
- Represents Engineering in strategic planning, customer interactions, supplier technical discussions, and executive reviews when required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION – EXPERIENCE – COMPUTER SKILLS
- Bachelor’s Degree (four-year college or university).
- Years of experience aligning with level and responsibilities.
- Strong DraftSight, SolidWorks, Microsoft Office skills
- Experience with engineering analysis tools, including FEA, CFD, or similar simulation software
- Must be a highly motivated, self-starter that enjoys problem solving.
- Must be able to work within a team environment and self-directed, individual projects.
CORE VALUES – Listed in bold below are Montana Tank's six Core Values including an example of each Core Value.
- Positive Mindset - We know our attitude affects our performance.
- Ingenuity – Better, Faster, Easier.
- Accountable - We accept responsibility for our actions.
- Do the Right Thing - We will stay productive and be contributors.
- Engaged - Listening to understand...acting to accomplish.
- Safety - We will reinforce safe habits by our own actions.
COMPETENCIES
To perform this position successfully, individual should demonstrate the following work competencies:
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner.
- Communication Skills – Speaks clearly, listens and receives clarification, respond to questions.
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility.
- Quality Assurance - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
- Ethics/Professionalism - Treats people with respect; Works ethically and with integrity.
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
- Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment properly.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of a Mechanical Engineer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee:
- Must be able to frequently stoop/bend.
- Must be able to regularly use hands and arms.
- Must be able to regularly stand and walk.
- Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.
ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
