Dover Precision Components delivers performance-critical solutions for rotating and reciprocating machinery across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. Comprising the Waukesha Bearings, Bearings Plus, Inpro/Seal and Cook Compression brands, our portfolio includes hydrodynamic bearings, active magnetic bearings, system and bearing protection, and reciprocating compressor valves, sealing technologies, pistons, rods and more. Each solution is custom-engineered to provide optimum efficiency, reliability and productivity, and backed by comprehensive aftermarket services. Dover Precision Components serves its global customer base through facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as technical sales representatives around the world. Dover Precision Components is part of Dover Corporation’s Fluids segment.

This position is responsible for the engineering and design content of projects for all assigned accounts. The successful candidate will act as the primary liaison with customer for resolution of technical matters and the development of products for customer projects by interpreting specifications and design requirements and developing those into an engineered solution. They will apply advanced knowledge of hydrodynamic bearing design, obtained through education and work experience and may also be recognized as a subject matter expert in this field. Problems faced will tend to be difficult and often complex; projects will be managed with limited oversight from the manager. will assist / instruct Designers and check assembly drawings for accuracy of design intent and information. They will assist Application Engineers with advanced analysis techniques and review their work when required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare engineering proposals for new projects; identify requirements, analyze product designs, interpret results and determine optimum solution to the customers’ problem
Develop close working relationships with key customers’ technical contacts, ensuring that business opportunities are recognized and responded to appropriately at an early stage. Significant customer interaction with respect to the engineering and management of projects, pre and post contract, for assigned accounts.
Follow up open proposals and report status on a regular and timely basis. Present in weekly department meetings, reporting on business conditions and issues with customers.
Build an understanding of competitor solutions, recommend and implement actions as necessary to defend and grow accounts.
Build and maintain an understanding of our manufacturing capabilities and standard design practices sufficient to produce the best-cost alternative for the customer and the company.
Facilitate and manage customer meetings with pre-set agenda outlining what you expect to achieve, followed by trip report sharing knowledge, and actions items clearly defined with time frame for completion.
Respond to customer concerns and resolve any technical problems to ensure that company products are working effectively and the customer is satisfied with the service provided. Provide feedback to relevant company departments to determine root cause / corrective and preventive actions.
Support development of advanced analysis techniques (FEA, CFD, rotordynamics, etc) and perform as required. Support Applications Engineers on said techniques and/or coordinate 3rd party resources.
Support New Product Development team in creation of analytical methods for new products and product enhancements and document standard work processes, procedures and tools.
Interpret designs, assist / instruct Designers, perform all engineering calculations, examine specifications, expedite and process engineering changes.
Check general arrangement contract drawings for accuracy of dimension and detail, and manage their subsequent delivery / approval with customers.
Ensure effective liaison within the Engineering group to build and maintain consistently high engineering standards and to drive relevant product development
Support engineering process development and design for manufacturability efforts through specific assignments as directed by Engineering Management
Lead fluid film bearing training seminars at customer and/or internal sites as needed and be able to fine-tune the training to the specific needs of the audience.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical (or Aerospace) Engineering with a minimum of 8 years related work experience. Of this experience, at least 5 years in the engineering and design of fluid film bearings with knowledge in rotor-dynamics and rotating equipment.
Preferred requirements: Master’s Degree in Mechanical (or Aerospace) Engineering or PhD with background in tribology or rotating equipment including experience applying FEA, CFD and rotor-dynamics analysis.
People who have experience of working with the following types of equipment are likely to be of particular interest: Pumps, compressors, gearboxes, turbines, wind turbines, generators, and motors. Likewise, experience working in the following industries will receive special consideration: Renewable Energy (Wind, Solar and Hydro), Conventional Power Generation, Natural Gas Transmission, Nuclear and Marine Propulsion.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, structural and fluid dynamics, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.

Computer Skills:

Proficiency with MSOffice and Windows operating systems is expected. Experience with using FEA and CFD simulation software, preferably ANSYS and MATLAB. An understanding of PC, DAQ hardware, instrumentation and calibration techniques. Working knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD, preferably AutoCAD/Inventor.

Reasoning ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Language Skills:

Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, specifications and governmental regulations. Ability to read drawings and prepare graphs, tables, and text for final reports and to write procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, peers, and the general public.
Good written and verbal English skills required. Good written and verbal French language skills desirable.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:

Must be willing to travel to customers, end users, conferences and other DPC sites (15-20%, may be international)

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. General office environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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