Senior Applications Engineer

Cook Ellesmere Port UK; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Precision Components (DPC) is seeking an experienced engineer to lead the engineering and design content for assigned accounts. You will liaise with customers to resolve technical matters and translate specifications into engineered solutions.

You will mentor designers and assist Application Engineers with advanced analyses as needed. With a background in mechanical engineering and hands-on experience in high-speed rotating equipment, you will drive product development, maintain high

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Masters preferred) with 7 years in engineered product environments.
• Experience with fluid film bearings, dampers and seals in high-speed rotating equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and customer-facing communication skills.
• Proficient with 3D CAD and related software; understands manufacturing impact on form and function.

Responsibilities

• Analyze designs using DPC tools; interpret results and determine optimum solutions for customers.
• Prepare technical information for projects to customer specifications.
• Develop relationships with customers’ technical contacts and respond early to opportunities.
• Interact with clients during projects, pre- and post-contract, for assigned accounts.
• Support advanced analysis techniques (FEA, CFD) as required.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Problem solving

Communication

3D CAD

Customer interfacing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Masters preferred

Tools

FEA

CFD

CAD software

Job description

DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS: Dover Precision Components ‘DPC’ (‘the Company’) is part of Dover Corporation’s (‘the Parent Company’) Pumps and Process solutions segment.

DPC holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance‑critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets.

We design and manufacture mission‑critical equipment components to deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers to operate more efficiently.

WE DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESS: Dover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture.

Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered under Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls.

Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China.

BUILDING POTENTIAL. SUSTAINING PERFORMANCE. BOOSTING FUTURES. We are diligent in recognizing our employees’ needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are. We are Dover Precision Components, #LifeAtDPC

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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

We Are Dover Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach, our team takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.