Senior Design Engineer - Mechanical

Franklin Electric•Fort Wayne, IN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Embark on a career journey with Franklin Electric, where your passion meets purpose, and every day is an opportunity to make a difference in our global communities in providing access to water, fuel and electricity. The Senior Design Engineer – Mechanical leads the design and development of assigned motor products and provides engineering expertise to support cross-functional teams throughout the product lifecycle, from concept and design through testing, validation, and 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! MOVE FORWARD WITH US

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field required; a Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for a portion of the required experience.
Five to ten years of relevant experience.
Experience with 3D modeling (Pro/E - Creo)
Advanced Computer Skills: CAD software, complex analysis, project management, spreadsheet.
Basic Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Word processing/typing, presentation/PowerPoint.
Ability to travel moderately (up to 10%) as needed.

Responsibilities

Develops concepts and designs for new components, sub-assemblies, and motor products, including defining critical-to-quality features and validating designs through testing and analysis.
Leads improvement initiatives for existing products and provides ongoing engineering support to ensure product performance, quality, and reliability.
Performs product risk analysis and evaluates returned products related to customer complaints to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Supports the qualification of new or alternate vendors, components, and tooling while reviewing technical literature and marketing materials to ensure engineering accuracy.
Collaborates in cross-functional and cross-cultural project teams while serving as a technical resource and mentor to less-experienced engineers.