Regional Engineer (Bolingbrook, IL)

Regional Engineer (Bolingbrook, IL)

Location:

North America, USA, Bolingbrook

Ref:

JOHNCRANENA02011

Division:

John Crane

Job Function:

Engineering

Job Description

Responsible for engineering expertise within a sales region. Interfaces between customers and the region's technical function while providing technical support to the regional sales force. (This role is office based, not home based)

Duties & Responsibilities

• On-site trouble shooting, diagnostic failure analysis, recommends product application.

• Networks information with sales management and other regional technical functions of successful and/or difficult problem-solving experiences.

• Apply process and equipment knowledge in the analysis and solution process for problems and performance requirements in the application of John Crane products; such as, plant surveys.

• Formulate seal application needs based upon insight of the functions of the process and the operating equipment.

• Interact with the sealing industry design, applications and engineering disciplines in the verification of applicable seal technology.

• Focus and understand the particular industries found in the region.

• Review troublesome seal selections and address the problem with new updated recommendations.

• Makes engineering calculations from a computerized database; such as Web Calcs and FEA software (CSTEDY)

• Moves, raises and lowers parts weighing up to 25 lbs.

• Trains customers in the application of John Crane products and assist in training John Crane personnel in customer needs.

• May be required to supervise onsite reliability engineers and technicians (CRE's and CRT's) based on the demands of the region or district.

• Additional duties as assigned.

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

The Individual

• A bachelor's in engineering required, BSME preferred.

• Minimum 8 years increasingly responsible professional experience in plant process systems and equipment operation or design knowledge is required.

• Mechanical Seals or rotating equipment experience preferred.

• Strong interpersonal skills and well-developed communication skills both written and verbal.

• Must have a valid driver's license in good standing.

• Solid multi-project management skills and experience required

• Ability to deliver on limited schedules.

About Smiths

At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50+ countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customer s' operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with a 170+ year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.

About John Crane

John Crane is a global leader in rotating equipment solutions, supplying engineered technologies and services to process industries. The company designs and manufactures a variety of products, including mechanical seals and systems, couplings, filtration systems and digital diagnostics technologies. John Crane customer service is accessed through a global network of more than 200 sales and service facilities in over 50 countries. Global reported revenue for fiscal year 2021 was in excess of $1 billion USD. John Crane is part of Smiths Group, a global leader in applying advanced technologies for markets in threat and contraband detection, energy, medical devices, communications, and engineered components.