Position Summary
We are seeking a Senior NPD Design Engineer to serve as the technical leader of the New Product Development team in the engineering department. In this pivotal role, you will own the end-to-end evolution of our next-generation product lines, driving innovation in positive displacement gear and screw pump technologies.
You will act as the primary liaison between Business Development, QA, and Operations, ensuring that every design is optimized for performance, quality, and manufacturability. Working in close partnership with the Director of Engineering and the Test System Engineering Manager, you will translate complex market requirements into precision-engineered realities, shaping the future of our product portfolio and market presence.
Principal Activities
- Lead the end-to-end design process, creating 3D CAD models (SolidWorks/Creo) and 2D detailed drawings.
- Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and engineering calculations to ensure safety factors and performance.
- Coordinate Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) testing to validate new product designs.
- Conduct DFMEA (Design Failure Modes & Effects Analysis) and Risk Analyses to identify and design out potential failures.
- Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) to minimize cost and cycle time while maintaining high quality.
- Oversee prototype fabrication and iterative testing (functional, reliability, and durability testing).
- Create and maintain technical documentation, including BOMs, ECOs (Engineering Change Orders), and design specifications.
- Support the shop floor by troubleshooting manufacturing and assembly issues on new products.
- Research new manufacturing methods, materials, and technologies to drive cost reductions and performance improvements.
- Performs Pre- and Post-sale customer support as required.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
- Working knowledge of Solid Edge, SolidWorks, and PTC Creo, or equivalent
- Working knowledge of simulation software such as SolidWorks Sim and Ansys
- Working knowledge of materials, coatings, and engineered materials (Required)
- Working knowledge of IFS (MRP/ERP system) or similar.
- Experience with BOM structuring and modification
- Strong working knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GD&T
- Ability to work on cross-functional teams in the context of complex technical projects.
- Ability to serve as a project or team leader when required by the task or situation, while modelling appropriate positive influence and consensus building skills.
- Ability to create and present design, testing and other technical reports.
- Working knowledge of Lean as applied to both Engineering and Manufacturing processes including Six Sigma, Kaizen, DFMEA, PPAP, VA/VE, PFMEA, etc.
- Knowledge of foundry, machine shop and fabrication practices
- Ability to travel (10% Domestic & International).
Education & Experience
- BS in Mechanical Engineering.
- 7 - 10 years of Design Engineering experience on industrial equipment (ideally fluids or rotating machinery related)
- 3 -7 years of experience in New Product Develop creating new industrial products
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Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 7–10 years of design engineering experience on industrial equipment
- 3–7 years of new product development experience creating industrial products
- Experience with positive displacement gear and screw pump technologies or related fluids/rotating machinery
- Working knowledge of Solid Edge, SolidWorks, and PTC Creo or equivalent CAD software
- Working knowledge of simulation software such as SolidWorks Simulation and ANSYS
- Working knowledge of materials, coatings, and engineered materials
- Working knowledge of IFS or a similar MRP/ERP system
- Experience with BOM structuring and modification
- Strong working knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GD&T
- Ability to work on cross-functional teams managing complex technical projects
- Ability to lead projects or teams and build consensus
- Ability to create and present design, testing, and technical reports
- Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, DFMEA, PPAP, VA/VE, and PFMEA
- Knowledge of foundry, machine shop, and fabrication practices
- Ability to travel approximately 10% domestically and internationally
CIRCOR International, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage spans medical, prescription, dental, and vision, with telehealth and an EAP included. Feedback suggests insurance is a notable strength within the overall package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with planning/advice is provided, supported by tax-advantaged savings options. Feedback suggests retirement offerings form a meaningful pillar of total rewards.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing resources include telehealth access, an EAP, and a wellness program with reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement and recognition programs add lifestyle and development value.
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What We Do
CIRCOR International is a global manufacturer specializing in highly engineered, complex, and severe environment products that serve long-term, high growth infrastructure markets, including oil and gas, power generation, industrial, and aerospace & defense. CIRCOR. Excellence in Flow Control.
