Sloan · 22 hours ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer (Franklin Park, IL)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$97K/yr - $108K/yr
2+ years expSloan is the world’s leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems, committed to sustainability and innovation. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for engineering analysis, prototyping, and experiments to support new product development, ensuring high standards of quality and efficiency in plumbing systems.
Consumer GoodsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Design new products and develop innovative solutions that maximize the efficiency of water utilization in complex and variable plumbing systems, building a deep understanding of the interactions between plumbing system components and different installation environments
Develop and document engineering specifications, material requirements and process ECNs
Plan and execute robust experimentation, validation, and verification of new and improved product design performance as part of a fully integrated plumbing system
Develop R&D test plans to validate engineering designs to product requirements
Analyze and resolve design challenges and quality issues via a solid understanding of the science behind the design through appropriate engineering analysis including FEA and CFD, tolerance analysis, statistical methods, design of experiments, simulation, calculation and other engineering methodologies
Prepare clear and concise documentation for designs, including drawings, inspection requirements, calibration procedures, engineering reports, and work instructions
Communicate and collaborate effectively with all levels of the organization both orally and in written fashion
Coordinate engineering activity with Sloan partners and design sites. Participate in setting design standards across the organization
Leads other engineers in major development projects - makes work assignments and follows up on work content. Instructs junior engineers on process and problem solving
Investigate new technologies to be applied to future products
Research, recommend, and implement cutting edge technologies and techniques related to product prototyping and manufacturing
Other duties and responsibilities as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
2+ Years Related experience
Advanced level experience working with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Demonstrates clear, professional, and respectful verbal and written communication in all interactions, consistent with an inclusive work environment
Working knowledge of die casting, injection molding, machining and/or fabrication
Comfortable working in multiple software packages and complicated surface profiles
Ability to produce supporting documentation including 2-D models and FEA analysis
Familiarity and basic working understanding of Computational Fluid Dynamics
Strong analytical skills in hydraulics/fluidics, mechanisms, dynamics and tolerance analysis
Preferred
Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Experience in design of faucets
Experience interfacing with offshore manufacturing partners
Experience using Creo, FEA software, statistical software
Knowledge of 6 sigma and design of 6 sigma principles
Knowledge of statistics, failure analysis and design of experiments
Benefits
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, and Vision Insurance, effective the first of the month following your hire date.
Health Savings Account (HSA ): With company contributions for most medical plan options.
Financial Security : Basic Life, Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, and Accident Insurance.
Additional Protection: Optional Life, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Pet Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
Convenient Commuter Benefits : Save on your daily commute.
Flexible Spending Accounts : Dependent Care FSA to help manage your expenses.
Wellness Support: Employee Assistance Plan and Wellness Programs to keep you healthy and happy.
Retirement Savings : 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match and immediate vesting.
Generous Time Off: Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Military Leave, Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave, and other paid or unpaid state/local leaves where required.
Work-Life Balance: Hybrid Work Program to support your flexibility.
Employee Referral Program : Earn rewards for referring great talent.
Professional Development: Tuition Reimbursement Program to help you grow your skills.
Community and Networking: Join our Employee Business Groups and connect with colleagues.
Company
Sloan
Sloan is the world’s leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems and has been in operation since 1906.
1001-5000 employees
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