Overview
Our client is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to lead the design and development of specialized fluid control components. This individual will work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, Quality, and Suppliers to deliver high-quality, manufacturable solutions that meet customer specifications. The role is hands-on, combining advanced mechanical design, analysis, and testing with mentorship and technical leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of fluid control components using CAD tools, producing detailed drawings, models, assemblies, and bills of materials (BOMs).
- Partner with Sales and Engineering leadership to develop technical specifications and support customer RFQs.
- Review customer requirements and translate specifications, sketches, and layouts into manufacturable designs.
- Perform engineering calculations including stress, strain, thermal, and fluid analysis.
- Conduct basic to intermediate FEA and CFD analyses to validate designs.
- Support prototype development, testing, and design validation in a lab environment.
- Identify and resolve design or production issues; drive continuous improvement in cost, performance, and manufacturability.
- Review and check work completed by Designers; provide technical guidance and mentorship.
- Generate and maintain technical documentation including test procedures, assembly instructions, and reports.
- Collaborate closely with Manufacturing and Quality to ensure on-time, high-quality product delivery.
- Participate in material review board (MRB) activities and review non-conformance reports.
- Support training efforts for Designers, Engineers, Sales, and customers as needed.
- Track project progress and maintain accurate engineering documentation.
Must Haves:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline).
- 5+ years of mechanical design experience, preferably with valves, fluid control components, or similar mechanical systems.
- Strong experience with engineering calculations and analysis.
- Working knowledge of:
- ASME B16.5, B16.34
- ASME Y14.5 (GD&T)
- Stress analysis (FEA and/or analytical)
- Fluid mechanics and flow calculations
- Structural mechanics and fastening methods
- Tolerance analysis and assembly design
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Strong technical writing and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating in a cross-functional team environment.
Plusses:
- SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD modeling experience.
- MathCAD or equivalent engineering software.
- Exposure to CFD, LabVIEW, or test instrumentation.
- Experience with seal design, valve design, or solenoid actuators.
- Familiarity with qualification testing, contamination control, and industry standards.
- Hands-on experience supporting manufacturing or lab testing environments.
