Section 1 Steam, Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
About The Position
Farris is hiring a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join its team in Brecksville, Ohio. The role designs and analyzes moderately complex mechanical systems, equipment, and products; conducts feasibility studies and testing for new and modified designs; and directs support personnel preparing detailed designs, tests, and prototypes. The engineer verifies prototypes, validates manufactured products, and produces technical documentation of analyses and results. The position modifies existing products and creates new products to meet customer applications and industry standards. It develops test protocols, oversees laboratory testing, performs experiments and analysis, interprets data, prepares reports, and reconciles predicted and actual results. The engineer also supports intellectual property documentation, innovation disclosures, and patent applications; develops expertise in assigned product lines; and helps ensure marketing materials accurately represent product capabilities and performance. The position is onsite in Brecksville, Ohio. The listed salary range is $86,100–$120,000 per year.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- 7–10 years of relevant experience.
- Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis tools such as Minitab, Disciplined Problem Solving (DPS), and 3-D CAD systems.
- Experience with computational modeling, including CFD/FEA, and Voice of Customer (VOC).
- Ability to create and iterate designs, validate performance, and perform design reviews.
- Ability to coordinate multiple project responsibilities.
- Team-oriented approach, effective communication skills, and ability to manage projects.
- Experience designing and testing pressure relief valves for high-pressure steam applications.
- Working knowledge of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Codes, Sections I and VII, and the National Board Inspection Code (NBIC).
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Design and analyze moderately complex mechanical systems, equipment, and products.
- Conduct feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs.
- Direct support personnel in preparing detailed designs, conducting design testing, and fabricating prototypes.
- Verify prototypes and validate manufactured products.
- Produce technical documentation of analyses and results to establish sustainable records.
- Modify existing products and create new products to meet customer application needs and industry standards.
- Develop test protocols and oversee laboratory testing to assure design performance.
- Design and conduct experiments, collect and interpret data, perform analyses, and write analysis and test reports.
- Draw conclusions and reconcile differences between predicted and actual results.
- Prepare documentation to establish intellectual property rights and file innovation disclosures and patent applications.
- Develop expertise in assigned product lines and ensure marketing materials accurately represent product capabilities and expected performance.
- Coordinate multiple project responsibilities and participate in design reviews.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401(k) with employer match
- Profit sharing
- Health and wellness benefits
- Learning and development opportunities
- Referral program
- Competitive pay
- Recognition
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Inclusive and supportive culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
