Careers
Rapid Industries has been a force in the conveyor industry dating back to 1967. Our culture of teamwork, problem solving, creativity and hard work are essential to our success. The future of Rapid Industries if fully dependent on its employees realizing our staff are our most valuable assets. That’s why we strive to maintain a team comprised of diverse technical and non-technical professionals with exceptional talent and dedication, who are committed to providing our customers with the best services and products.
For more information about our current job openings, please contact Lisa Thornton at lthornton@rapidindustries.com
Mechanical Engineer
Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Company: Rapid Industries, Inc
Location: Louisville, Kentucky
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Rapid Industries is a world leader in conveyor systems since 1967, and our service and experience has been unmatched. Rapid, has been a leader in material handling and conveyor systems. We design, fabricate, install and maintain complete material handling systems to fit all your application requirements. A pinnacle company for the Automotive & Appliance Conveyor industries, specializing in Overhead, Floor conveyor and specialty automated equipment. Rapid is looking for an established Mechanical Engineer, to work in a balanced environment of Designing, Product Development with Shop/Field & Direct Corresponding with End-User. Great benefits package, flex hours, quick upward promotional opportunities. Pay based on experience level, hiring at all levels of experience, four permanent positions available
Job Summary/Required for this Role:
- Participate with sales team developing solutions/working with scope of work, assist in bid and sales drawing/layout, “develop unique, out-of-the-box ideas regarding material handling solutions”
- Develop build drawings, work closely with shop on in-house fabrications, validating customer wants and needs along with “As Built” updates, maintain records and project storage in an efficient manner
- Develop new, or improve upon existing, products, systems and methods.
- Take charge of installation of components and/or equipment by implantation of products where engineering supports is required
- Strong understanding of engineering principals, test and measurement tools
- Strong Proficiency in AutoCAD required, Solid Works and/or Inventor a plus
- Basic knowledge and understanding of Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word
- Experience in either Automotive, Appliance or Industrial Conveyors with minimum of 2 years work experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringQualified applicants should send their resumes to: hr@rapidindustries.com
