Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

SSI Fabricated Design Engineer

Are you a hands-on engineer who thrives on solving complex piping and fluid system design challenges? Join our team and play a key role in delivering critical pipe, valve, & fitting (PVF) and fluid handling systems—from initial quotation through final engineering—for customers across a broad range of industries. Working alongside a collaborative engineering group, you’ll have the autonomy to own designs from concept to completion while ensuring full conformance to industry Codes & Standards. This position reports to the Vice President of Engineering and is based in Middletown, Ohio.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Review customer specifications and technical requirements during the quotation process to ensure scope clarity and design feasibility.
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• Design custom strainers, pressure vessels, and related piping assemblies in accordance with applicable Codes and Standards (ASME, API, ASTM).
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• Independently develop engineering models and drawings (layouts, outlines, P&ID, detail drawings, bills of materials, etc.) using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
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• Performing and verifying design calculations for oil & lube, chilled water, potable & fresh water, and aqueous foam systems.
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• Assist in preparing accurate cost estimates and competitive quotations by contributing material takeoffs, engineering hours, and technical input to support the Sales team.
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• Create and maintain item masters and bills of materials in the MRP system to support accurate procurement and production planning.
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• Serve as a technical resource and collaborator across Customers, Sales, Purchasing, Quality, Manufacturing, and Vendors to resolve engineering questions and drive projects forward.
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• Participate in project meetings and technical discussions with customers as needed.
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Qualifications:

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• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
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• Minimum of 3 years of experience in piping design, PVF, or related equipment engineering such as pumps, valves, or fluid system components; new graduates with relevant co-op or internship experience are encouraged to apply
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• Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD, including 3D modeling and detail drawing creation
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• Basic knowledge of piping, fittings, valves, strainers, and related PVF components
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• Familiarity with carbon steel, stainless steel, and common alloy materials used in fabricated equipment
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• Experience using ERP/MRP business software for item masters, BOMs, and order management
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
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• Infrequent travel required, primarily domestic to the Cleveland, OH area
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• Due to the nature of our work and U.S. export control regulations (ITAR), applicants must be U.S. citizens
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Preferred Qualifications:

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• Experience working in or around a fabrication or welding shop environment
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• Ability to read and interpret technical customer specifications
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• Knowledge of welding and machining processes as they apply to fabricated equipment
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• Familiarity with ASME B31 piping codes and/or ASME Section VIII pressure vessel design
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• Working knowledge of industry standards such as API, ASME, ASTM, and PIP
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• Basic electrical knowledge and ability to read wiring schematics
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If you’re a motivated piping engineer looking to grow your career in a team that values technical excellence and cross-functional collaboration, we’d love to hear from you.