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MECHANICAL ENGINEER


Position Summary

Responsible for using engineering principles to design and implement cost–effective, reliable parts, and systems to improve customer operational results. Oversees projects from conceptual design to implementation.

Position Key Accountabilities:
  • Formulates design criteria, develops conceptual designs, performs detailed designs, and develops materials & manufacturing specifications using research, analytical skills, conceptual ∓ planning skills, and computer–aided design.
  • Prepares design/manufacturing cost estimates for use in sales quotations.
  • Assists drafters in developing the structural design of products using drafting tools or CADD equipment and software, and reviews & approves final drawings/prints.
  • Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.
  • Helps to ensure production goals are met by working with Manufacturing, Q/C, and suppliers to clearly outline product specifications, discuss manufacturing process issues, and resolve production problems in a timely manner.
  • Develops test procedures and performs various product tests including stress and flow analyses on manufactured products to ensure they meet customer design standards.
  • Conducts field studies to quantify and document achieved field performance of products.
  • Provides technical and field support to customers.
  • Provides training/mentoring to less experienced departmental staff.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Certifications/Skills:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Autodesk inventor.
  • Solid project management experience.
  • Working knowledge of compressors and manufacturing methods.
  • A PE is preferred.
Minimum Education

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering or related discipline

Minimum Experience

5 years related experience(preferably in a manufacturing environment).

Physical Requirements

Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently. Able to withstand extreme weather conditions at remote compressor stations during periodic field visits.