Mechanical Engineer II - Motors

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Are you ready to shape the future of engineering through cutting-edge product development and collaborative problem-solving? As a Mechanical Engineer II, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing and launching innovative products that meet real-world needs. From concept to production, you’ll work alongside a global, multidisciplinary team to ensure our solutions are not only functional and high-quality but also safe, cost-effective, and customer focused. If you're passionate about engineering excellence and thrive in a dynamic environment, we invite you to bring your creativity, technical expertise, and drive to our team.

Embark on a career journey with Franklin Electric, where your passion meets purpose, and every day is an opportunity to make a difference in our global communities in providing access to water, fuel and electricity.

Franklin Electric is a diverse team of innovators making a positive global impact since 1944. We offer innovative water solutions, ensuring access, treatment, and efficient management of this vital resource. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our innovative products, industry leading quality products, exceptional customer service, employee development, and passion for social responsibility. 

Join us to create a better future while growing professionally in a supportive environment!

What you will be doing:

• Work within a multidisciplinary team to develop and launch innovate new products. 
• Develop product design and engineering test implementation.
• Participate in product design reviews, DFMEA and validation planning execution. 
• Provides engineering support for existing projects and product improvement projects.
• Provides qualifications for new/alternate vendors, components, and tooling.
• Assists in validation of foreign-sourced competitive products.
• Defines critical-to-quality dimensions and features of components and products.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.
• Improve existing products.
• Performs dimensional analysis as needed.
• Completes product testing as needed.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

What you need:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related degree (required).
• Three plus years of related experience (required).
• Experience with project management (preferred)
• Experience in the design of pumps or other rotating equipment (preferred). 
• Computer Skills:
  • Advanced: Creo/SolidWorks, presentation/PowerPoint, spreadsheet.
  • Intermediate: Product lifecycle management, Word processing/typing, alphanumeric data entry.

Skills & Abilities

• Reads technical drawings and strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Has a Basic knowledge of various manufacturing processes (casting, machining, molding, etc.)
• Moderate level of analytical ability for difficult / complex technical problems.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others.
• Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Understands concepts of analytical tools such as finite element analysis.
• Utilizes common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
• Plans the time, method, manner, and/or performance sequence of own work; may also occasionally assist in planning work assignments performed by others within a limited area of operation.

Who we want:
If you are a self-motivated and collaborative individual who is passionate about making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

• Hard-working winners - Confident, competitive, and results-oriented professionals who create a track record of success.
• Dedicated achievers - People who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations.
• Effective communicators - People who can interpret information clearly and accurately to concisely communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Collaborative partner - People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships to bring together ideas, information, use cases, and industry analyses to develop best practices.

Don’t feel like you check all the boxes? Here at Franklin Electric, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive culture which includes embracing candidates from a variety of different backgrounds and industries. We highly encourage you to apply so we can connect on this and future opportunities. 

FE provides many opportunities to learn and grow through development opportunities such as training, certifications, mentorship, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, one-on-one coaching and more! We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and amenities such as: 

• Hybrid remote work arrangements
• Generous paid time off & holidays
• Paid parental leave & on-site motherhood rooms
• On site café & complimentary beverage stations
• Indoor fitness facility & outdoor walking paths 
• 401(k) with matching & service contributions 
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance
• Short & long-term disability
• Fertility & adoption support
• Undergraduate & graduate tuition reimbursement
• Professional development assistance
• Health & wellness programs

Take a look at this video to see our Global Headquarters here in Fort Wayne, Indiana. 

Becoming a part of the Franklin Electric team not only provides outstanding benefits, it also opens doors to opportunities for future growth. Enjoy peace of mind with a world-class company. But more importantly, be satisfied in knowing you make a difference.