Senior Manufacturing / Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

SSW Advanced Technologies, LLC is a growing multinational supplier to the global appliance OEMs. With more than 70 years of expertise and innovation, we design and sell components and systems to the residential appliance industry (refrigeration, cooking, laundry), commercial refrigeration, HVAC, retail display and home/office organizational markets. More information is available on our website

Senior Manufacturing / Mechanical Engineer

American Appliance Products, LLC

Newport, TN

Position Summary

American Appliance Products, LLC is seeking a Senior Manufacturing / Mechanical Engineer to join our Newport, Tennessee team. This role is critical in driving the design, development, and delivery of high-quality, build-to-specification products that support our manufacturing operations.

We are looking for a hands-on engineering professional with a strong technical foundation and real-world experience in product and/or process engineering. This position offers a defined development pathway into a leadership role, making it an excellent opportunity for a mid-career engineer ready to grow into engineering management.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead engineering projects from concept through production, ensuring products meet customer and internal specifications
2. Apply hands-on experience in product and process engineering within a manufacturing environment
3. Partner with production teams to improve processes, enhance efficiency, and maintain high quality standards
4. Provide leadership and direction to small teams of engineers and technical staff
5. Support troubleshooting efforts, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives
6. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, quality, and supply chain
7. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with company goals

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
2. Strong foundational engineering background with demonstrated technical capability
3. Experience in product and/or process engineering (early career experience acceptable with strong hands-on exposure)
4. Demonstrated ability to lead projects or small teams
5. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience with welding, fabrication, and machining processes
2. Background in a manufacturing or industrial production environment
3. Proven ability to deliver engineered products built to specification
4. Experience mentoring or leading engineers in a team setting

What We’re Looking For

1. A hands-on engineer who enjoys working close to the manufacturing floor
2. A proactive leader who can balance technical contributions with team guidance
3. A motivated professional seeking growth into engineering leadership or management
4. A results-driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment

Career Growth Opportunity

This role is designed with intentional development into a leadership position. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to build leadership capabilities through team oversight, project management, and increasing responsibility, with a clear pathway toward an engineering management role.

Why Join American Appliance Products?

1. Opportunity to work in a dynamic, growing manufacturing environment
2. Strong team culture with collaboration across engineering and operations
3. Structured career development with a pathway into leadership
4. Competitive compensation and benefits

Join us in Newport, TN and help drive engineering excellence while building your future in leadership.