Mechanical Engineer II, Pumps

Franklin Electric•Fort Wayne, IN

About The Position

Join Franklin Electric on our mission to empower communities with sustainable water management solutions, where your expertise will play a vital role in shaping a better future for generations to come. Responsible for the development and design of pumps and pumping systems, ensuring high standards of quality, efficient manufacturing processes, and end-user satisfaction. This includes, but is not limited to, concept design and detailed engineering of products, prototype creation, development of functional specifications, design verification and validation specific to fluid pumps, and successful launch into manufacturing. Franklin Electric is a diverse team of innovators making a positive global impact since 1944. We offer innovative water solutions, ensuring access, treatment, and efficient management of this vital resource. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our innovative products, industry leading quality products, exceptional customer service, employee development, and passion for social responsibility. Join us to create a better future while growing professionally in a supportive environment!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related degree (required).
Three plus years of related experience (required).
Advanced: Creo/Solidworks, presentation/PowerPoint, spreadsheet.
Intermediate: Product lifecycle management, Word processing/typing, alphanumeric data entry.

Nice To Haves

Experience with project management (preferred).
Experience in the design of pumps or other rotating equipment (preferred).

Responsibilities

Create, develop, and validate new products from customer requirements.
Initiating preliminary design concepts and evaluation through concept feasibility, design validation, manufacturing process and PPAP approvals.
Collaborate with a global multidisciplinary team to develop and launch innovative new products.
Oversee product line maintenance to ensure safe, compliant, and cost-effective products.
Benchmark competitive equipment.
Participate in multi-disciplinary collaboration to correct manufacturing issues (assembly, machining, etc.), quality issues (dimensional, material, and design discrepancies, etc.), and purchasing issues (vendor qualification, engineering support, etc.).
Define critical-to-quality dimensions and features of components and products.
Perform other related duties as required or assigned.