Mechanical Engineer

MECHANICAL ENGINEER

IMA Group is a global leader in the development and production of automatic machines for the processing and packaging of pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food, tea and coffee products. We are constantly oriented toward innovation, thanks to significant investments in R&D and a constant dialogue with customers, the territory and local suppliers.

We promote an environmentally friendly attitude toward achieving sustainable development. Our history is characterized by constant growth, realized also with continuous investment in the development of people and their skills. We have over 7,000 employees, 59% in Italy and 41% abroad, present in more than 80 countries.

IMA Life North America is a company within the IMA Group that specialises in providing aseptic processing and freeze‑drying solutions for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. It is part of IMA Life
, a business unit focusing on the pharmaceutical sector, delivering advanced technologies for filling, lyophilisation and isolation, ensuring maximum sterility and product integrity for customers worldwide.

• Apply knowledge of pressure vessel design, including ASME Sec. VIII Div. 1 standards, in the design of capital process equipment.
• Design machinery and systems involving hydraulics, pneumatics, and aseptic process machine production.
• Conduct stress analyses and finite element analyses (FEA) and work with stainless steel fabrication, piping, flow, heat transfer, instrumentation, controls, and refrigeration systems.
• Develop and understand large industrial equipment for pharmaceutical and related applications.
• Manage projects, monitor cost variances, and interact effectively with customers and internal teams.
• Support equipment start‑up and validation activities.
• Promote and adhere to SHEQ (safety, health, environment, and quality) requirements for yourself, your department, and all contractors and visitors.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, civil, or related engineering discipline with at least 3 years of experience.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage your own workload and that of drafting resources.
• Proficiency in computer tools and drawing software.
• Ability to work independently with efficiency and strong communication skills.

• Experience with refrigeration systems and heat‑transfer applications.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Familiarity with vacuum systems and stainless steel fabrication.
• Understanding of electrical distribution, automation, and control systems.
• Ability to perform advanced stress analysis and FEA.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive attitude.
• Availability for overtime when required.

• $75,000 – $85,000 per year.
• Bonus.

• GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT
  : A dynamic and innovation‑driven workplace, part of a multinational and multicultural group.
• DIVERSITY & INCLUSION CULTURE
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  Promoted through the Corporate Code of Ethics and dedicated programs.
• CONTINUOUS LEARNING
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  We view learning as a strategic lever for growth and motivation, supporting internal training and external development initiatives.
• WELLBEING
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  We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and tuition assistance, as well as an annual bonus.