Senior Applications Engineer

Cook Compression; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Compression is seeking a mechanical engineer to lead engineering design content for assigned accounts. You will act as the primary liaison with customers to resolve technical matters and translate specifications into engineered solutions.

You will guide Designers in checking assembly drawings for design intent and assist Applications Engineers with advanced analyses, including FEA and CFD, as needed. The role involves cross-functional collaboration across NPD and customer teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with 7+ years in an engineered product environment.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and design practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Familiarity with 3D CAD and impact of manufacturing on form, fit and function.

Responsibilities

• Analyze product designs using DPC tools and prepare technical information for new projects according to customer specifications.
• Develop relationships with customers’ technical contacts and address engineering issues early in contracts.
• Support advanced analysis techniques (FEA, CFD) and coordinate with 3rd party resources as needed.
• Assist in New Product Development by creating analytical methods and documenting processes.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Communication

3D CAD

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Masters preferred in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

FEA

CFD

3D CAD software

Job description

Summary

This position is responsible for the engineering and design content of projects for all assigned accounts. They will act as the primary liaison with customer for resolution of technical matters and the development of products for customer projects by interpreting specifications and design requirements and developing those into an engineered solution. They will assist / instruct Designers with the checking of assembly drawings for accuracy of design intent and application specific information and will assist Application Engineers with advanced analysis techniques when required.

Summary

This position is responsible for the engineering and design content of projects for all assigned accounts. They will act as the primary liaison with customer for resolution of technical matters and the development of products for customer projects by interpreting specifications and design requirements and developing those into an engineered solution. They will assist / instruct Designers with the checking of assembly drawings for accuracy of design intent and application specific information and will assist Application Engineers with advanced analysis techniques when required.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Analyze product designs utilizing Dover Precision Components (DPC) tools and practices, interpret results and determine optimum solution to the customers’ problem. Prepare technical information for new projects to customers’ specifications.
• Develop close working relationships with key customers’ technical contacts, ensuring that business opportunities are recognized and responded to appropriately at an early stage. Significant customer interaction with respect to the engineering and management of projects, pre and post contract, for assigned accounts.
• Support development of advanced analysis techniques (FEA, CFD, etc…) and perform as required. Support other Applications Engineers on said techniques and/or coordinate 3rd party resources.
• Support New Product Development team in creation of analytical methods for new products and product enhancements and document standard work processes, procedures and tools.
• Interpret designs, assist / instruct Designers, perform all engineering calculations, examine specifications, expedite and process engineering changes.
• Accountable for the successful completion of engineering projects
• Assist in the preparation of engineering project proposals.
• Participating in client/contractor meetings and resolving client/engineering and management project issues
• Ensure effective liaison within the Engineering group to build and maintain consistently high engineering standards and to drive relevant product development
• Support engineering process development and design for manufacturability efforts through specific assignments as directed by Engineering Management
• Lead training seminars at customer and/or internal sites as needed and be able to fine-tune the training to the specific needs of the audience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Masters preferred) in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) plus 7 years work experience in an engineered product environment (preferably in fluid film bearings, dampers, and/or seals used in high-speed rotating equipment such as turbines / pumps / compressors / generators / motors or gearboxes) or reciprocating compressors
• Strong understanding of Engineering Principles and design practices
• Demonstrated ability to create ideas and develop solutions - Excellent problem solving skills
• Very strong communication skills – Ability to interface with customers
• Familiarity with 3D CAD & strong computer skills
• Must be familiar with the impact of the manufacturing process on the key factors that control the form, fit, and function of a bearing and/or compressor