Sustaining Engineer in Smithville, Tennessee at Star International Holdings

We are seeking a Sustaining Engineer to support and improve the performance, quality, and cost-effectiveness of our existing product lines. This role bridges engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure continuous product improvement, resolve design-related issues, and maintain compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own engineering support for legacy products, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Investigate and resolve product issues including design defects, supplier changes, and field returns.
• Drive cost reduction and value engineering initiatives without compromising performance or quality.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and supply chain teams to implement product updates and process improvements.
• Develop and maintain detailed engineering documentation including drawings, BOMs, and ECNs.
• Evaluate components and materials for potential obsolescence and implement suitable alternatives.
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Ensure ongoing product compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in sustaining, product support, or manufacturing engineering (preferably in industrial equipment or foodservice manufacturing).
• Proficient in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks), ERP systems, and engineering change processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills and hands-on mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Familiarity with UL, NSF, and other applicable foodservice equipment certifications is a plus.

Why Join Us:

At Star Holdings Group, we value innovation, integrity, and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work with industry-leading brands, make a tangible impact on product improvement, and grow within a dynamic manufacturing environment.