Engineering Journal Jobs in Coaling, AL

As a diesel technician / mechanic at Southern Haulers, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engine trucks, and various types of trailers. Your role is crucial in keeping our fleet in top condition, minimizing downtime, and ensuring the safe and reliable service to our customers.

Location:

• 2157 Highway 16, Calera, AL 35040

Diesel Technician Schedule:

• 1st Shift: Monday-Friday 5:30 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
• 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday 4:00 P.M.-2:30 A.M.

Diesel Mechanic Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on trucks & trailers.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues and carry out necessary repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance to minimize breakdowns and ensure vehicle safety.
• Troubleshoot and repair air braking systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair emission systems using OEM software.
• Troubleshoot and repair collision mitigation/roll stability systems using OEM Software.
• Keep accurate records of maintenance and repairs.
• Collaborate with the team to complete repairs efficiently.
• Ensure that all work complies FMCSA/DOT standards.

Diesel Mechanic Benefits:

• Health care, vision, dental, prescription & life insurance
• 401k with company matching
• Paying up to $31.50 per hour based on experience & certifications
• $2.50 shift differential for second shift!
• Overtime pay after forty hours
• 10 hours a week overtime.
• Quarterly attendance bonus ($100.00)
• Yearly tool allowance ($200.00 plus $20.00 per year of service)

Diesel Tech Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience as a diesel technician in the trucking industry.
• 3+ years of experience is a plus, more experience=higher pay.
• Ability to weld or experience as a welder is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, their components, and systems.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical issues.
• Ability to operate diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driver's license
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification in diesel mechanics is a plus

Automotive Plant Quality Manager

Location: Vance, AL

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Schedule: Day Shift, 7:00am–5:00pm (On-Site Only)

Compensation: $120,000–$130,000 base salary + 10% bonus eligibility

No Visa Transfers or Sponsorship Available

Automotive industry experience is required.

This role includes leadership responsibilities for 2 Supervisors, 1 Engineer, and multiple Quality Technicians.

Position Overview

The Plant Quality Manager plays a key leadership role within the Quality team and the plant leadership group. This position is responsible for implementing the organization’s Strategic Quality Plan, serving as the Management Representative for the Quality Management System, and ensuring product flow meets company and industry standards, government regulations, and customer requirements. The Quality Manager provides guidance and direction to customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure total quality performance.

Key Responsibilities

Customer & Quality Leadership

• Act as the primary interface for all customer quality interactions to ensure requirements are clearly understood and met.
• Lead problem‑resolution activities, including internal and customer issues, ensuring timing commitments are met and proper reporting methods (8D or customer‑specific formats) are used.
• Manage Customer Scorecard performance; initiate corrective actions when performance does not meet customer expectations.

Department Management

• Lead all daily operations within the Plant Quality Department.
• Oversee budgets, resource allocation, and employee performance and development.
• Oversee Supplier Quality activities and support supplier management.

Quality Systems & Compliance

• Lead implementation and verification of all Quality Management Systems (IATF 16949, ISO 9001, VDA, CCC, etc.).
• Lead plant APQP activities and ensure proper execution of Customer and Supplier PPAP requirements.
• Monitor PPAP documentation for new or modified products and processes.

Auditing & Metrics

• Oversee and conduct internal quality system audits.
• Analyze quality metrics, conduct performance reviews, and recommend actions to address gaps.
• Ensure functional involvement in new product development, launch activities, and production testing.

Process & Documentation Control

• Approve process‑related quality documents including Control Plans, Standard Work Instructions, and deviations.
• Validate Quality Lab functions and related product evaluation requirements.
• Confirm completion of daily production startup verification, including Poka‑Yoke checks.

Containment & Measurement Systems

• Initiate and authorize containment activities, ensuring proper training, documentation, and gage validation.
• Verify Measurement System Analysis (MSA) for tools and devices used in production.
• Has authority to stop production or shipments in cases of non‑conformance, safety issues, or environmental risks.

Professional Development

• Maintain ongoing commitment to professional development and staying current with quality management best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a technical field.
• Minimum 7 years of Quality experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and listening skills.
• Six Sigma certification (Green, Black, or Master Black Belt).
• Certified IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 Lead Auditor.
• Lean Six Sigma experience.

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)

Technical Skills Required

• APQP
• Control Plans
• FMEA
• GD&T
• MSA
• PPAP
• SPC
• 8D Problem-Solving, including:
• Is/Is Not
• Fishbone Diagrams
• Brainstorming
• Affinity Diagrams
• Three‑Legged 5 Why

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

We are seeking individuals to review and provide feedback on everyday money-management tips. This role focuses on common financial challenges such as managing expenses, reducing spending, and making smarter financial choices.

You will review examples of budgeting methods and evaluate practical ideas people use to stretch their income. The goal is to understand which approaches work best for real households.

The work is flexible and fully online. Applicants should have an interest in budgeting, saving money, or improving financial habits.

No formal finance background is required.