Product Engineer

Smiths Group•Springfield, MA

47d

About The Position

This position is responsible for leading the new product development of hose and couplings, from concept through design, analysis, validation testing, and hand-off to production. The role involves working with purchasing and manufacturing on material and production issues, and with sales to provide technical assistance to customers. It is a hands-on position, fully engaged in prototyping, testing, and analysis of new products. Travel to customer applications to investigate opportunities and project ownership is also a key part of this role.

Requirements

B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline.
Strong mechanical inclination and a desire to pursue hands-on design engineering.
Proven experience applying advanced analytical and problem-solving methodologies including mathematical modeling, simulations and control theories to design, development, and process optimization using industrial equipment.
Must have a deep desire to learn, a solid understanding of engineering principles, and a passion for designing creative solutions to challenging problems.
Excellent problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and attention to detail, with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues and optimize system performance.
At least three year’s experience in a position designing fabricated/assembled components.
Strong understanding of material properties and failure modes.

Responsibilities

Perform engineering duties and assignments that include product development, product support, and sales support.
Analyze and interpret engineering data submitted for new products and for modifications affecting standard products.
Develop product assembly methods.
Modify designs using standard engineering practice to effect improvements and meet customer requirements (New and existing products).
Use of CAD software in the preparation of drawings, calculations, and specifications.
Ensure accuracy of designs, dimensions, tolerances, material specifications, etc.
Work with manufacturing to methodize production operations, tooling requirements, feasibility of manufacture or sub-contracting, labor, and material cost estimates, etc.
Confer with the Sales Department to assist in answering product-related technical questions.
Oversee the manufacture, assembly and testing of newly developed products.
Inspect and analyze product failures from the field and testing.
Devise test set-ups and analyze test data.
Interface with the customer to professionally represent the company in person and remotely.