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Messersmith Manufacturing Inc. is a strong leader in the biomass boiler system industry. Based out of our facility in Bark River, MI, we design, manufacture, and install biomass boiler systems to serve customers in the education, healthcare, government and industrial sectors. We offer a competitive wage with benefits package including health insurance, company match retirement program, paid vacation and holidays.
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Please email a completed application (download here), CV and Cover Letter to jmortl@burnchips.com.
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Bark River, Michigan
Pay will be dependent on experienceJob Description
Manage the engineering department including efficiency and direction to engineering department personnel.
Project management including coordination, project timelines, and exceeding customer expectations.
Create and maintain all engineering department design standards, policies and procedures.
Specify material handling equipment for appropriate motor sizing, load & drive speeds
Design and calculate combustion air, blower and blower motor size for maximum efficiency.
Design combustion system size and boiler outputs based on system requirements.
Design air flow through a boiler system to maximum efficiency of blowers and fuel consumption.
Calculate required amount of insulation and refractory needed for combustion system to obtain maximum efficiency and least amount of thermal loss based on calculations and cost effectiveness.
Create and revise boiler room designs using Solidworks modeling software
Work with sales, service and purchasing personnel to meet customer specifications and requests.
Oversee all aspects of design and ensure all designs and drawings are completed accurately and in a timely fashion per manufacturing timeline and sales requests for submittal drawings.
Work with project engineers and manage the project through the design and manufacturing phase.
Travel to customer sites or trade shows as necessary.
Must Possess The Following:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Working knowledge of SolidWorks 3D Modeling software
Ability to work and communicate effectively with co-workers, vendors and customers.
Exceptional organizational skills
Ability to multi-task (work on more than one project at a time).
Be self-motivated, able to either work alone or alongside others
Determine, initiate and verify cost savings by calculations supported by data.
Qualifications:
Mechanical Engineering or equivalent and experience in the field of mechanical or structural design
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Northfield, Vermont
JOB DESCRIPTION
Installation and service of wood chip boiler systems (hot water and steam) including fuel handling equipment (augers, belt conveyors, etc.)
Travel to sites of boiler facilities to provide routine and emergency service
Troubleshoot and make repairs on combustion systems, motors, gearboxes, control panels, wiring, pumps, valves, emissions control devices, and related boiler room equipment
Troubleshoot and repair Electrostatic Precipitators
Prepare and maintain records on each customer’s facility and needs
Assist in writing technical service manuals
Cooperate and work with customers, inspectors and suppliers as required
Startup and commissioning of new boiler systems
Combustion analysis, tuning, cleaning and maintenance of existing boiler systems including EPA paperwork
Train project staff on operation and repair of equipment
Supervise MMI service and install crews
Supply required documentation as needed
Participate in approved job training and professional development courses
Work will be conducted at our main facility in Bark River, MI as needed
Perform other related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of heating systems, boilers and related power equipment, conveying equipment, electrical controls, boiler codes and safety standards
Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
Welding and fabrication experience
Good problem solving and communication skills
Ability to work on multiple projects at a time
Valid motor vehicle operator’s license
Self-motivated and dedicated to meeting expectations of internal and external customers
Flexible schedule to meet customer demands
Must be able to work in public schools and government facilities
This position reports to the Service Manager.
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Bark River, Michigan
Pay will be dependent on experienceJob Description
Fabrication, assembly and installation of wood chip boiler systems (hot water and steam) including fuel handling equipment (augers, belt conveyors, etc.)
Welding components in flat, vertical or overhead positions
Reading and following blueprints for equipment to be built
Shearing, bending, cutting and forming steel
Sanding, grinding, and cleaning welds
Machining (mill and lathe) and drilling of components
Casting and pounding refractory
Cutting, soldering and threading pipe
Operation of forklifts, scissor lifts, overhead cranes and other heavy machinery
Travel to customer locations for installations and similar work
Other duties as assigned
Prior welding experience is required. Pay will be dependent on experience.