Centrifugal Pump Design Engineer

Primary Function Provides technical leadership and ownership for the design, development, and sustainment of complex products and systems, with primary focus on centrifugal pump applications. Possesses a strong functional and mechanical understanding of hydraulic motors and fluid power systems, including performance characteristics, efficiency, NPSH, and system interactions. Establishes technical direction, evaluates design trade-offs, and drives high-impact initiatives to deliver robust, manufacturable solutions aligned with business and customer requirements. Serves as a technical authority, mentor, and key contributor to product strategy and continuous improvement.

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  Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesLeads complex product and system design from concept through production launch, with a focus on centrifugal pumps
• .Defines technical strategy, product architecture, and performance requirements for fluid power system
• sApplies advanced fluid dynamics and hydraulic analysis to evaluate fluid handling product performance, efficiency, NPSH, bearing life, axial thrust, and system curve
• sDemonstrates functional understanding of hydraulic motors, including mechanical operation, torque-speed relationships, and efficiency characteristic
• sEvaluates pump and motor interaction within hydraulic systems to ensure proper performance and reliabilit
• yLeads and approves design reviews and critical technical decision
• sDrives major NPD and VAVE initiatives with measurable business impac
• tDefines testing strategies and oversees validation and qualification activities, including hydraulic and performance testin
• gApplies advanced GD&T, tolerance analysis, and design verification method
• sApproves engineering designs, drawings, and ECN
• sActs as subject matter expert across multiple product line
• sResolves complex manufacturing, supplier, and field issues through advanced root cause analysi
• sMentors engineers and provides technical leadership in design best practices and fluid power fundamental
• sEducation And/or Experience RequirementsBachelors of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology require
• d7+ years of relevant engineering experience require
• d5+ years of experience with centrifugal pumps and applied knowledge of hydraulic and electric motor
• sOther Special RequirementsDemonstrated technical leadership and mentoring capabilit
• yAdvanced systems-level problem-solving skill
• sHigh level of autonomy and sound engineering judgmen
• tAbility to support application-specific customer requirement
• sFEA experience require
• dFMEA experience require
• dInitiative and drive for result
• sDemonstrated productivity, multi-tasking ability, patience, and dependabilit
• yEffective and influential communication skills (written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal
• )Ability to work effectively within a team environment and on solo assignment
• sHighly effective project management skill