Design Engineer

Job Description Job Description Overall Purpose: The Design Engineer will independently evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to design mechanical/fluid components and assemblies that meet the requested objectives and requirements. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Provide design and engineering support for a wide variety of new and existing products with a focus on aerospace hoses, couplings and quick disconnects Develop, evaluate, and implement new processes, techniques, materials, finishes etc. Support manufacturing with new and innovative methods of producing parts and assemblies, lower costs and increase manufacturability and functionality Be an integral part of the engineering team and will receive instructions, training, and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job in a timely manner Adhere to 5S Standards Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including, but not limited to, policies for attendance and punctuality and standards for safety Other Duties: Other duties based on the needs of the Engineering Department The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments and to make reasonable accommodations as needed. Qualification Requirements: Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited college or university 5+ years of experience in the engineering field, preferably focused on aerospace components Knowledge of CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD or Catia, FEA a plus) Background in Aerospace Components preferred Ability to find creative and cost-effective design solutions to complex mechanical engineering problems Good mechanical aptitude and knowledge Self-motivated and highly organized Possess knowledge of commonly used engineering concepts, practices and procedures Strong computer skills – especially Microsoft Word and Excel Able to work with a fast paced, multi-disciplinary team Able to follow instructions with little supervision Fluent in English (able to read, speak, write and understand) Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident) Physical Demands: While performing duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to: o Sit o Use hands and fingers to handle, type or feel o Reach with hands and arms o Speak or hear While performing duties of the job, the employee is occasionally required to: o Stand o Walk Work Environment: Mainly office environment with occasional time spent in a warehouse setting Must be a U.S. Person based on ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident). This position is expected to be exposed to information which is subject to U.S. export control regulations, i.e. the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All Applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of U.S. regulations. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Hydraflow provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard because of any one, or combination of any one or more protected characteristics including race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, victims as well as those who have a family member that is a victim of any qualifying act of violence, those who are perceived to have a combination of protected characteristics or are perceived as being associated with a person who has these characteristics or any other basis protected by law This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. This position is 100% onsite, Monday through Friday 7 am - 4 pm Company Description Hydraflow provides fluid transfer solutions that reduce customer's installation time, waste, weight and life-cycle costs. In addition we couple our highly innovative and differentiated products with a culture of service and quality, giving our customer the competitive advantage to succeed in their business. Company Description Hydraflow provides fluid transfer solutions that reduce customer's installation time, waste, weight and life-cycle costs. In addition we couple our highly innovative and differentiated products with a culture of service and quality, giving our customer the competitive advantage to succeed in their business.