Senior Engineer - Mechanical

Specific Job Function:

• Independently design complex products or systems.

• Independantly develop technical, product, component and process specifications

• Independently analyze complex design problems to determine the root cause, and then implement corrective actions

• Perform CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) simulations, analyze and utilize outputs to optimize product design and maximize fluid flow efficiencies.

• Technically competant in the understanding and application of 2-3 Culligan standard product technologies.

• Posses a solid knowledge of applicable regulatory standards, and insure that products meet the required specifications

• Independently design test fixtures for new product or component validation and or production

• Independently develop and carry out test procedures for evaluating the integrity of a product or system

• Interface with other departments to bring complex products into production

• Develop and maintain bills-of-materials

• Develop and present comprehensive, accurate, detailed technical reports supporting testing or analytical analyses

• Supervise the work of junior engineers, drafters and lab technicians

• Independently troubleshoot complex mechanical issues at on-site customer locations

• Perform complex tolerance analyses, knowing when to utilize worst case or process capability data.

Requirements:

• Bachelors of Science degree in mechanical engineering; Masters of Science in engineering a plus

• Accreditation in DFSS and DFM is desired

• 5+ years of experience creating complex 3-D models/assemblies using Solidworks, Pro-E or similar software

• Able to perform and utilize mechanical design hand calculations (material stress, deflection, forces, moments, fluid flow rates, pressure, o-ring squeeze) for upfront analyses to quickly guide the direction of design work.

• Adept in the application of FEA & CFD to drive design decisions

• Comprehensive understanding and utilization of best design practices for an extensive range materials and fabrication processes encompassing: injection molding, blow-molding, thermoforming, casting, machining, forming, bending, ultrasonic welding, hot plate welding, pad printing, etc.

• Proficient in the functional specification of mechanical & electromechanical components including: pumps, valves, O-rings/seals, tubing/plumbing, solenoids, motors, etc.

• Experience in the water treatment industry is a plus

• Up to 10% travel

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies in this position.

Creativity & Innovation Detail Oriented Organization/planning

Technical Excellence Integrity Oral & Written Communication

Independence Customer Focus Leadership