New Product Development Engineer

Role Summary:

New Product Development (NPD) Engineers are responsible for providing engineering support on all aspects of new product development efforts; concept development, virtual testing using FEA, physical test planning, design standardization, and working with a cross-functional team to deliver industry leading products.

Work hours: Monday to Friday from 8 am to 4 pm.

Location: Kalamazoo, MI.

Responsibilities:

• Work within project teams to design and produce new industry-leading products within the Mixer and Specialty Seals - Pump Seals product portfolios. These efforts include:

• Develop and implement project schedules for product development phases

• Develop conceptual designs and prototypes

• Conduct design analysis calculations to support seal design efforts including use of FEA, self-developed computer algorithms, and hand calculations

• Develop and implement test programs

• Document product development design capabilities with product line engineering standards, and application guidelines

• Collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing teams to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and timely delivery

• Through adherence to engineering standards and processes, ensure quality, reliability, and market competitiveness in all product designs and their application

• Foster the creation and growth of technical capabilities through third-party organizations and research institutions (i.e. universities, private research organizations, government laboratories, etc.).

• Author technical documents that capture design development decisions, product design analysis’, laboratory testing, and field-testing programs.

• Maintain broad mechanical engineering skills and knowledge of state-of-the-art technical and industry trends through review of technical publications, participation in technical conferences, interfacing with external technical resources, and participation in internal and external training opportunities.

• Support new product lines while becoming a subject matter expert and leader in new technologies. Partner with Engineering, Operations, Sales, Quality Assurance and other stakeholders as necessary to provide customer centric and highly responsive support to resolve product performance issues in the field.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar technical degree

• Industrial experience 5+ years within the rotating equipment industry or in a related field

Preferred Experience / Skills:

• Knowledge and understanding of 2D and 3D drafting and modeling with preference for SolidWorks experience

• Experience with Ansys

• Greenbelt, Blackbelt or Lean CIP training experience

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to apply technology to creatively solve problems meeting business and stakeholder needs

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Ability to apply engineering analysis tools including FEA

• Excellent computer skills including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment

• Ability to work without close supervision completing high quality assignments on time

Extra:

• On-site position with work-from-home (WFH) flexibility

Benefits Starting from Day 1:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (including FSA and HSA options)

• Life Insurance + Supplemental Life, Child, Spousal, and AD&D Insurance

• Short and Long Term Disability

• Retirement Planning, 401(k) plan, & Financial Wellness Resources

• Educational Assistance Program

• Time off Policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and paid vacation)

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.