Principal Design Engineer

Principal Design Engineer position requiring on-site work, designing fluid control components and collaborating with various departments.

Responsibilities

• Works with Sales and Engineering management to develop the technical specifications for fluid control devices
• Reviews customer Requests for Quote and specifications to develop preliminary design concepts
• Provides design layout and proposal drawing and models or sufficient data for a designer to layout
• Provides technical guidance for the preparations of technical proposals
• Checks outputs from Designers
• Prepares stress, strain, fluid, thermal, and other engineering calculations as required by assignments
• Performs at least basic Finite Element Analysis and Computerized Fluid Dynamics analyses as required by assignments
• Performs preliminary analytical and/or experimental tasks as necessary to demonstrate soundness of conceptual design
• Follows through on experimental designs to correct design deficiencies and make improvements
• Investigates production problems when called upon and searches for solutions; advises and assists other department members on design issues
• Completes forms and relevant documentation within the Engineering department for procurement, fabrication and testing
• Collaborates with Designers or be able to perform all their activities
• Generates applicable test and assembly procedures and reports for design verification and manufacturing
• Initiates requests for fabrication of prototypes and order special materials when required, as well as any fixtures and tooling needed
• Compiles record of project progress
• Collaborate with other functional departments (Manufacturing, Quality, etc) to ensure quality product realization in time
• Reviews non-conformance reports and dispositions material in accordance with the Material Review Board process
• Prepares and delivers training material to Designers, Design Engineers, Application Engineers, Sales and Customers as needed
• Other duties and tasks as assigned

Requirements

• Results oriented, with sound judgment
• Excellent demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent demonstrated analytical, critical thinking, and strategic skills
• Interpersonal skills and project leadership skills
• Ability to manage changes during design phase
• Resourceful and well organized
• Ability to effectively work in a cross-functional team
• Microsoft Office – Strong with Word and Excel
• MathCAD or Equivalent Engineering Software Tool
• 3D Modeling (Solidworks) a plus
• LabView software experience a plus but not necessary
• ASME B16.5 & B16.34 – Working knowledge
• ASME Y14.5 - Familiar
• Stress Analysis - Linear (FEA and/or analytical)
• Seal Design – Working knowledge
• Fluid Mechanics - Flow Calculations, CFD basic
• Structural Mechanics - Fastening Methods, Torque Design
• Machine Elements in Mechanical Design - Strength of Materials, Processing, Finish, etc
• Heat Transfer
• Tolerance Analysis – Assemblies
• Technical Writing - Assembly and Test Procedures, Test Reports
• Compatibility - Lubricants, Service Media, Materials
• Contamination Control - Familiarity
• Valve Design Experience a plus
• Qualification Process and Testing - Experienced
• Knowledge of related standards and codes
• Knowledge of solenoid actuators a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university
• Relevant mechanical design experience preferred such as at least 12+ years in the design of mechanical components or valves
• US Citizen