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The Lumber Manufactory

Senior Design Engineer

The Lumber Manufactory, Tupelo, Mississippi, us, 38802

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The Lumber Manufactory (TLM) is building the sustainable future of the lumber industry with next‑generation sawmill technology. Backed by leading investors, including Cantos, Slow Ventures, Susa Ventures, Banter, Humba Ventures, and Ravelin Capital.

We are seeking a Senior Design Engineer to bring technical innovation to an industry spanning centuries. You will design complex mechanical systems for refining lumber, work closely with designers and technicians, and oversee installation and testing in production.

Responsibilities

Design sawmilling equipment and subsystems.

Document design development and analysis and lead cross‑functional brainstorming reviews.

Author equipment install and test procedures.

Manage part procurement.

Engage and manage external vendors.

Champion root cause and corrective action investigations as needed.

Provide regular updates to cross‑functional partners.

Support and attend onsite installation and testing activities.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.

10+ years experience in mechanical or manufacturing engineering. Sawmill experience is a bonus.

Strong experience using 3D creation software. Inventor is a bonus.

Strong experience using GD&T on 2D drawings.

Experience with finite element analysis.

Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), indirect is OK.

Excellent communication skills.

Must be able to work independently.

Demonstrated ability to create and drive new processes.

Must be able to work in a production environment, at heights, with PPE.

Must be willing to travel 33% to 50% of the time to a remote sawmill environment.

Must be willing to remain accessible outside standard working hours to accommodate cross‑geography, remote team.

Position Details Job Type: Full Time

Start of salary range: $100,000

Work Location: Regional preference for Greater Memphis area. This role is required to be onsite at Mississippi and other regional mills.

Benefits The Lumber Manufactory offers a company group health plan with 100% employer paid premium for employees and dependents, covering medical, dental, vision, life insurance and short and long‑term disability.

We offer 9 company‑paid holidays each year, flexible time off, and an unlimited paid time off plan covering vacation, sick and other leave.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits: 100% employer‑paid health coverage for employees and dependents, life insurance and disability coverage (100% employer‑paid), opportunity to shape the future of an essential industry.

The Lumber Manufactory is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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