PTR Baler & Compactor looks to hire a Mechanical Engineer

In this important role, the Mechanical Engineer reports directly to the Chief Engineer

PTR Baler & Compactor, headquartered in Philadelphia, is a world leader in the waste equipment industry. We manufacture and service vertical balers, self contained compactors and stationary compactors – all here in the USA. We’re looking to add a Mechanical Engineer to our growing team.

This role has specific key responsibilities. We’re always innovating here at PTR, so the Mechanical Engineer works on the engineering of both existing equipment modifications, in addition to the design of new equipment. As part of the PTR Team, they would also provide engineering support to sales, service and manufacturing departments internally.

Another important part of the job is analyzing project documents to determine total cost estimates, while having a good understanding of the processes involved in manufacturing and the ability to change the design to match production specs. A strong proficiency in 3-D modeling software is a must (Autodesk inventor, AutoCAD, etc) Also basic knowledge of drafting and best engineering design practices is required.

We would like someone with a minimum of three years of experience in the industrial equipment field. As with any successful team, superb communication skills are required. This is the perfect job for an engineer that has some experience and wants to be part of an innovative team with a “can do” attitude. Also, it’s a great job for someone that likes problem solving and trouble shooting. We’re always focused on improving our products and efficiency.

Benefits include:

Medical, Vision and Prescription Insurance (Don’t need medical benefits and have coverage from another resource-earn $55.00 a week once eligible for benefits).

Discretionary Bonus Plan

Dental Insurance

401(K) Plan with Profit Sharing and Company Match

PTO/Vacation Pay

10 paid company Holidays (eligible at time of hire).

Company paid Group Life insurance.

Company paid Short-term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Visit our indeed page to learn more and apply!

In Loving Memory of Joe Bennett

It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that we share, Joe Bennett, former Director of Service Operations, passed away on June 21, 2023.

We are eternally grateful for his service to the company, and we ask that you please keep his family in your prayers.

Funeral arrangements:

Thursday 6/29, 1-3 p.m.

Bell-Hennessy Funeral Home

420 S Main St.

Williamstown, NJ 08094

Joe Bennett started working for PTR Baler & Compactor Co. in June 1997. He was hired to support our Information Technology Manager. His job required him to move at the speed of service and anyone who knew Joe, knows he prided himself on uptime! In his words, “Having worked as an IT Manager for most of my career, I understand the need for dependable systems. Systems are made up of people, hardware, software, and processes. The system is only as reliable as the weakest link in the chain. As Director of Service Operations here at PTR Baler & Compactor, I have focused on the system as a whole. The people are the core of our business, and the customer-focused culture reflects the values of our company. The quality machines that we build are the backbone of the system and provide our customers with years of dependable operation. The operational and analytics systems that we have developed over decades provide us with the visibility needed to satisfy our customers. The processes are the glue that ties everything together and allows us to deliver consistency throughout the product and services that we offer. ‘Moving at the speed of service’ has become a mantra for me. In the technology world we are used to uptime metrics measured in the 99.999% range and we build layers of redundancy to allow for this. Redundancy comes at a price and not every piece of equipment can have a redundant machine waiting for the primary machine to fail. Service must be prepared to move fast to get the machine operational again. There are logistical challenges, labor constraints, and many other facets to be considered to exceed your customers’ expectations. I have always loved a good challenge and look forward to improving our customers’ experience by meeting their individual needs.” Joe was part of the PTR Baler & Compactor family for over 26 years, starting as an Information Technology Manager and later becoming the Director of Service Operations. His gifts beyond his titles will be forever remembered and appreciated!

View his obituary here

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