Mechanical Engineer II

JOIN AN INDUSTRY LEADER! Quality First & Green Always Sloan is proud to share that we are certified as a Great Place to Work®. At Sloan Valve Company, our culture is built on more than a century of innovation, responsibility, and purpose. Founded in 1906, Sloan helped shape the modern plumbing industry and continues to lead in water-efficient solutions. Guided by our values-family spirit, community, integrity, and innovation,we foster a culture of trust, accountability, and pride. As a fourth-generation family-owned company, our employees are driven by meaningful work that advances sustainability and supports the communities we serve. About the Role: The Mechanical Design Engineer II is a strong contributor to the design and development of Sloan's growing product portfolio and continuous improvement initiatives while also working in a highly collaborative team to customize existing products to meet customer requests and support the core business. This position requires an intermediate mechanical engineering (design, structural analysis, etc.) and manufacturing knowledge (machining, structural weldments and sheet metal), but must also have a keen eye for aesthetics in architecture. Responsible for conducting engineering analysis, prototyping, and experiments to support new product development and production, ensuring high standards of quality. Utilize, develop and promote the use of best practices in engineering such as DFMEA and tolerance analysis. Develop specifications and proposals, and collaborate with multi-site internal engineering resources and outside design partners to execute mission critical projects contributing to Sloan's future growth. What you'll do: Design new products in a team based, stage gate development process in cooperation with the PMO. Design and document components & complex assemblies. Develop and document engineering specifications and material requirements as required. Process ECNs. Follow established document control procedures. 3D Modeling and creation of customer and production drawings using Creo Parametric including semi-custom and custom products. Develop new features and solve design challenges. Analyze and resolve design challenges and quality issues via a solid understanding of the science behind the design through appropriate engineering analysis including FEA, tolerance analysis, statistical methods, simulation, calculation, and other engineering methodologies. Specify and plan robust experimentation, validation, and verification of new and improved product design performance as part of a fully integrated sink. Partner with the Reliability Lab to develop R&D test plans to validate engineering designs to product requirements. 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. Perform continuous improvement through identification and implementation of process improvements leading to improved efficiency on design automation and repetitive tasks. 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. What you'll need: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering 3+ Years Relevant Experience with Bachelor's Degree Proficiency and expertise in 3D Modeling with ability to produce supporting documentation including 2D drawings and basic FEA analysis. Strong analytical skills in structural analysis, tolerance analysis, and GD&T. Strong oral communications skills (English). Working knowledge of machining, structural steel weldments and sheet metal. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office. A plus, but not required: Advanced Creo Parametric modelling skills working parametrically using logic-based equations to drive parts and assemblies. Experience with FEA software. Experience with new product development. Experience working in a custom design and build environment. Hands-on building ability with Corian, wood, and/or steel; prototyping experience.

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Sloan is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. This job description may be reviewed and modified at any time. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. Excludes individuals covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement. Why you’ll love working here: Inclusive Culture: YOU Belong at Sloan At Sloan, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are embraced and celebrated. We proudly offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Growth Opportunities: We invest in our employees’ professional development with ongoing training and career advancement opportunities. Innovative Projects: Be part of exciting projects that push the boundaries of technology and make a real difference in the world. We Are Proud Partners With the Chicago Cubs We are a Legacy Partner of the Chicago Cubs, and we are proud to be the organization’s official water efficiency partner! Through this relationship, which includes the naming rights to Sloan Park, the Cubs' Spring Training facility in Mesa, Arizona, we have had the opportunity to promote our brand and continue our water conservation efforts in the city of Chicago and around the world.

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