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Senior Design Engineer
Accepting applicationsBrightpath Associates LLC · Indiana, United States
Full-Time Associate Mentoraiatementorrf
Posted
6d ago
Category
Test
Experience
Associate
Country
United States
Primary Function Provides technical leadership and ownership for the design, development, and sustainment of complex products and systems, with primary focus on centrifugal pump applications. Possesses a strong functional and mechanical understanding of hydraulic motors and fluid power systems, including performance characteristics, efficiency, NPSH, and system interactions. Establishes technical direction, evaluates design trade-offs, and drives high-impact initiatives to deliver robust, manufacturable solutions aligned with business and customer requirements. Serves as a technical authority, mentor, and key contributor to product strategy and continuous improvement.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities Leads complex product and system design from concept through production launch, with a focus on centrifugal pumps.
Defines technical strategy, product architecture, and performance requirements for fluid power systems
Applies advanced fluid dynamics and hydraulic analysis to evaluate fluid handling product performance, efficiency, NPSH, bearing life, axial thrust, and system curves
Demonstrates functional understanding of hydraulic motors, including mechanical operation, torque-speed relationships, and efficiency characteristics
Evaluates pump and motor interaction within hydraulic systems to ensure proper performance and reliability
Leads and approves design reviews and critical technical decisions
Drives major NPD and VAVE initiatives with measurable business impact
Defines testing strategies and oversees validation and qualification activities, including hydraulic and performance testing
Applies advanced GD&T, tolerance analysis, and design verification methods
Approves engineering designs, drawings, and ECNs
Acts as subject matter expert across multiple product lines
Resolves complex manufacturing, supplier, and field issues through advanced root cause analysis
Mentors engineers and provides technical leadership in design best practices and fluid power fundamentals
Education And/or Experience Requirements Bachelors of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology required
7+ years of relevant engineering experience required
5+ years of experience with centrifugal pumps and applied knowledge of hydraulic and electric motors
Other Special Requirements Demonstrated technical leadership and mentoring capability
Advanced systems-level problem-solving skills
High level of autonomy and sound engineering judgment
Ability to support application-specific customer requirements
FEA experience required
FMEA experience required
Initiative and drive for results
Demonstrated productivity, multi-tasking ability, patience, and dependability
Effective and influential communication skills (written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal)
Ability to work effectively within a team environment and on solo assignments
Highly effective project management skills
Computer Skills Microsoft Office Suite
Autodesk Inventor (expert level)
Advanced analysis, simulation, and FEA tools
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Primary Duties & Responsibilities Leads complex product and system design from concept through production launch, with a focus on centrifugal pumps.
Defines technical strategy, product architecture, and performance requirements for fluid power systems
Applies advanced fluid dynamics and hydraulic analysis to evaluate fluid handling product performance, efficiency, NPSH, bearing life, axial thrust, and system curves
Demonstrates functional understanding of hydraulic motors, including mechanical operation, torque-speed relationships, and efficiency characteristics
Evaluates pump and motor interaction within hydraulic systems to ensure proper performance and reliability
Leads and approves design reviews and critical technical decisions
Drives major NPD and VAVE initiatives with measurable business impact
Defines testing strategies and oversees validation and qualification activities, including hydraulic and performance testing
Applies advanced GD&T, tolerance analysis, and design verification methods
Approves engineering designs, drawings, and ECNs
Acts as subject matter expert across multiple product lines
Resolves complex manufacturing, supplier, and field issues through advanced root cause analysis
Mentors engineers and provides technical leadership in design best practices and fluid power fundamentals
Education And/or Experience Requirements Bachelors of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology required
7+ years of relevant engineering experience required
5+ years of experience with centrifugal pumps and applied knowledge of hydraulic and electric motors
Other Special Requirements Demonstrated technical leadership and mentoring capability
Advanced systems-level problem-solving skills
High level of autonomy and sound engineering judgment
Ability to support application-specific customer requirements
FEA experience required
FMEA experience required
Initiative and drive for results
Demonstrated productivity, multi-tasking ability, patience, and dependability
Effective and influential communication skills (written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal)
Ability to work effectively within a team environment and on solo assignments
Highly effective project management skills
Computer Skills Microsoft Office Suite
Autodesk Inventor (expert level)
Advanced analysis, simulation, and FEA tools
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