Sr. Engineer, Fiberglass Design

Dover Corporation•Smithfield, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

At Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), a Dover company we are taking fueling and convenience retail to the next level. We are passionate about cultivating excellence in everything we do, but what really fuels us is our people. They’re the heart of our company. As an employee, our promise to you is that you’ll work on new and innovative products and solutions, be mentored by managers and teammates who are collaborative, caring, and act with integrity, and have the opportunity to grow in ways that are meaningful to you. Unique and interesting projects – both locally and globally – will challenge you and allow you to pursue different and rewarding career paths. Headquartered in Austin, TX, DFS has a significant technology development and manufacturing presence worldwide, including facilities in Brazil, China, India, Italy, Poland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States. Based in Downers Grove, IL, Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of approximately $8 billion. Overall Scope: Assists with new product designs meeting OPW and industry standards. Designs new products with minimum supervision, recommends, and carries out the maintenance of significant changes. Is responsible for advancing composite product and process design to meet project goals or requirements of Commercial Industrial and Retail Fueling Fibrelite product lines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Composite Engineering, Material Science, or 2-year associate’s degree with equivalent design experience.
Minimum 5 years work experience in Design Engineering (experienced in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred)
Experience in composite design and manufacturing techniques for structural applications utilizing Lite Resin Transfer Molding, Resin Transfer Molding, Compression Molding, Injection Molding, Reaction Injection Molding Processes, and SMC
3D CAD experience with solid modeling, data management, and analysis software. (NX, ANSYS, Siemens TeamCenter, Oracle, preferred)
Background in Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process and Product Development Process (PDP) is a plus.
Experience with commercial and industry standards (ISO-9001, NFPA, UL, EPA, AASHTO, ASTM, ANSI, ASME, etc.)
Demonstrates the ability to solicit the cooperation of others and positively influence the efforts and dynamics of work teams.
Professional presentation skills, persuasive communication skills, adept listening, and highly developed interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Assure that design and development tasks are carried out according to OPW Product Development process map.
Identify cost savings projects and designs. Complete these projects from start to finish on time and within budget.
Lead projects through a stage-gate process.
Conduct research on alternative composite materials, resin, fabrics, and processing methods to optimize desired performance attributes for product and process design.
Utilizes advanced composite analysis techniques and modeling to develop innovative product solutions to meet customer expectations.
Must have strong attention to detail to complete designs, maintain document control processes, ECN releases and create BOMs & part number set up.
Coordinate all phases of development, including creation, prototypes, testing, and analysis. Areas of design emphasis include Injection molding, rotational molding, multi-layer extrusion profiles, cast iron, stainless steel, and brass components.
Conduct detailed element structural analysis of composite and metallic components and assemblies to verify product performance.
Design molds to efficiently process raw composite materials to meet material, design, and manufacturing requirements.
Ability to simultaneously work on multiple strategic projects
Evaluate field and production issues, recommend improvements as necessary.
Support Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality Control, Sales, Marketing, Inventory Control, Production and Human Resources as needed
Operate well in a team environment with other functional departments providing input and guidance in a timely manner
Participate in cost reduction programs and coordinate cost reductions as necessary.
Support manufacturing of composite products through sustainability and productivity projects.
Encourage and foster an environment for new ideas and innovation.
Other activities as needed.

Benefits

a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
medical, dental and vision insurance
wellness programs
health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
company paid short-term disability and long-term disability
company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance
supplemental employee and dependent life insurance
optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance
commuter benefits
parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence
paid time off, including ;business travel services
employee discounts
and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services.
Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.