Senior Project Engineer

Watts Water Technologies•Blauvelt, NY

3d•Remote

About The Position

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water. We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource. What we do: For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead. Scope of Position This highly motivated individual, as part of the Strategic Accounts Engage Team, will be responsible for supporting daily operations and leading the planning, design, and execution of turnkey project initiatives. The role also provides technical expertise and supplier development leadership to ensure quality, cost efficiency, logistics performance, and the timely‑ achievement of critical business milestones. This position has no direct reports to start. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Projects. This role is remote and based in the Northeast region.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
Minimum 7 years of mechanical design.
Strong proficiency in CAD platforms, such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit, or similar software, with the ability to produce complex layouts and schematics.
Solid understanding engineering principles, material properties, and manufacturing processes.
Strong knowledge of heating and hot water systems.
Proficiency in interpreting blueprints, schematic diagrams, and mechanical equipment specifications.
High attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills for teamwork.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Advance technical certifications in mechanical systems or CAD
Experience using construction or project management software preferred.
General Applicable Company Competencies Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
Punctuality and dependability.
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Responsibilities

Transform conceptual sketches, redlines and layouts provided by the project development team to develop technical CAD drawings for turnkey projects.
Work with engineers, project managers, and clients to translate ideas into functional designs and technical drawings.
Assist project development team in sizing, specifying and integrating Watts brand’s equipment and third-party equipment to generate complete system solutions.
Maintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date CAD files and technical documentation in compliance with company and industry standards.
Develop and review equipment layouts and piping schematics for customer approval and field use.
Identify potential design issues and suggest improvements to confirm compliance, identify risks, and resolve technical gaps early in the project lifecycle.
Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to codes before final submission.
Assist project development team in generating project specific scopes of work for contractors to base their pricing on.
Assist project development team in generating cost estimates and proposals.
Conduct occasional field visits to sketch existing conditions of mechanical rooms and collect data.
Lead and support design-related discussions, technical clarification, and coordination activities with contractors and vendors.
Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by Senior Manager, Projects or Company management.
Responsibility directly tied to Watts Value (Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency)