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CIRCOR International, Inc. · 1 day ago

Principal Design Engineer

Tampa, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

12+ years exp

CIRCOR International, Inc. is a company that specializes in fluid control components, and they are seeking a Principal Design Engineer to design specialized components using CAD tools. The role involves collaborating with various departments, conducting design evaluations, and participating in product validation activities.

InfrastructureManufacturingOil and Gas

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Works with Sales and Engineering management to develop the technical specifications for fluid control devices

Reviews customer Requests for Quote and specifications to develop preliminary design concepts

Provides design layout and proposal drawing and models or sufficient data for a designer to layout

Provides technical guidance for the preparations of technical proposals

Checks outputs from Designers

Prepares stress, strain, fluid, thermal, and other engineering calculations as required by assignments

Performs at least basic Finite Element Analysis and Computerized Fluid Dynamics analyses as required by assignments

Performs preliminary analytical and/or experimental tasks as necessary to demonstrate soundness of conceptual design

Follows through on experimental designs to correct design deficiencies and make improvements

Investigates production problems when called upon and searches for solutions; advises and assists other department members on design issues

Completes forms and relevant documentation within the Engineering department for procurement, fabrication and testing

Collaborates with Designers or be able to perform all their activities

Generates applicable test and assembly procedures and reports for design verification and manufacturing

Initiates requests for fabrication of prototypes and order special materials when required, as well as any fixtures and tooling needed

Compiles record of project progress

Collaborate with other functional departments (Manufacturing, Quality, etc) to ensure quality product realization in time

Reviews non-conformance reports and dispositions material in accordance with the Material Review Board process

Prepares and delivers training material to Designers, Design Engineers, Application Engineers, Sales and Customers as needed

Other duties and tasks as assigned

Qualification

3D Modeling (Solidworks)Finite Element AnalysisComputerized Fluid DynamicsStress AnalysisMathCADEquivalentFluid MechanicsValve Design ExperienceTechnical WritingResourcefulOrganizedCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsProject LeadershipCross-functional Teamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university

At least 12+ years in the design of mechanical components or valves

Results oriented, with sound judgment

Excellent demonstrated verbal and written communication skills with strong, pro-active communication with management on task or project progress, challenges, solutions, and requests for support

Excellent demonstrated analytical, critical thinking, and strategic skills

Interpersonal skills and project leadership skills

Ability to manage changes during design phase

Resourceful and well organized

Ability to effectively work in a cross-functional team

Microsoft Office – Strong with Word and Excel

MathCAD or Equivalent Engineering Software Tool

ASME B16.5 & B16.34 – Working knowledge

ASME Y14.5 - Familiar

Stress Analysis - Linear (FEA and/or analytical)

Seal Design – Working knowledge

Fluid Mechanics - Flow Calculations, CFD basic

Structural Mechanics - Fastening Methods, Torque Design

Machine Elements in Mechanical Design - Strength of Materials, Processing, Finish, et cetera

Heat Transfer

Tolerance Analysis – Assemblies

Technical Writing - Assembly and Test Procedures, Test Reports

Compatibility - Lubricants, Service Media, Materials

Contamination Control - Familiarity

Qualification Process and Testing - Experienced

Knowledge of related standards and codes

US Citizen

Preferred

3D Modeling (Solidworks) a plus

LabView software experience a plus but not necessary

Valve Design Experience a plus

Knowledge of solenoid actuators a plus

Company

CIRCOR International, Inc.

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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.

Founded in 1999

Burlington, Massachusetts, USA

1001-5000 employees