Hydraulic Engineer

Flowserve • Bethlehem, PA

78d

About The Position

Hydraulic engineering involves the application of the principles of fluid dynamics to the design and testing of centrifugal pumps. The hydraulic engineer ensures that the hydraulic components of the product are per internal standards and the customer specifications. Quality standards shall be maintained at an optimum level as well as correct materials to ensure fluid properties are compatible and proper machining can be performed in the construction of the product. The hydraulic engineer prepares and directs the preparation of hydraulic design documents such as impeller and volute layouts, performance maps and design calculations, mechanical stage layouts, and procurement drawings. Individuals in this role will develop and maintain proficiency and competency in hydraulic design and analysis, including standard analytical computations, 2D mechanical drafting, 3D modeling, and computational fluid dynamics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Knowledge and understanding of 2D and 3D drafting and modeling and CFD simulation experience.
• Strong and effective interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills and ability to independently manage multiple and conflicting priorities.
• Accountability and execution for completing work timely.
• Ability to work in a team oriented environment.
• Knowledge of mechanical design including fluid dynamics, mechanics of materials, drawing and machining practices, and modern manufacturing techniques.
• Willingness to travel up to 15%.

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of engineering experience with hydraulic design related to turbomachinery with experience of large centrifugal pumps for the power, desalination, Oil and Gas, and/or chemical industries.
• 10 years total industry experience.
• Preferred experience in production environment including familiarity with drawing interpretation, GD&T, and component inspection processes.

Responsibilities

• Drive a culture based on Flowserve's values and behaviors: people, safety, integrity, innovation, ownership and excellence.
• Ensure product safety and regulatory compliance through implementation of rigorous design control procedures and protocols.
• Foster cooperation between departments with respect to the development of new designs and/or extension of existing product lines.
• Design new and modified pump hydraulic designs for optimum performance, range, and compliance with customer specifications.
• Perform and supervise computer-aided hydraulic design analysis using a variety of commercial and internally developed design tools.
• Review existing hydraulic designs and performances for applications and assist with selection and preliminary design for high profile projects.
• Manage multiple projects involving complex designs, including oversight of support resources and seeking guidance from technical specialists.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Annual bonuses
• Medical benefits on day 1
• Generous paid vacation time
• Paid holidays
• 401(k)
• Many other excellent benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree