Senior Project Engineer

Dover; Arcore; In loco; EUR 45.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

An established industry player is looking for a Senior Project Engineer to join their team in Florence. This role involves integrating engineering and design content for customer proposals, acting as the primary technical liaison, and guiding design team members. You'll engage closely with customers, analyze product designs, and support advanced analysis techniques. If you have a strong background in mechanical engineering and are passionate about delivering innovative solutions, this opportunity allows you to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment that values employee development and customer success.

Servizi

Competitive health and welfare benefits

Employee development programs

Collaborative work culture

Competenze

• Over 3 years of experience in engineered mechanical product manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and design practices.

Mansioni

• Analyze product designs and prepare technical information for new projects.
• Develop relationships with key customer technical contacts and engage in project management.

Conoscenze

Mechanical Engineering

Communication Skills

3D AutoCAD

Engineering Principles

Fluency in English

Fluency in Italian

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Strumenti

Dover Precision Components tools

FEA

CFD

Descrizione del lavoro

Cook Compression, with over 100 years of history in the Energy Resources industry, has pioneered technology developments and is renowned for the quality and reliability of its product range, which includes reciprocating compressor valves, packing cases, pistons, rings, and wipers. The company supplies both OEMs and the aftermarket. With established manufacturing sites globally, we are now seeking to recruit an additional staff member based locally in Florence, Tuscany, to support our OEM customers across continental Europe.

As the Senior Project Engineer (Applications Engineer), you will be responsible for integrating the engineering and design content of customer proposals and work orders. You will act as the primary technical liaison for customers, interpreting specifications and design requirements to develop engineered solutions. You will also guide design team members, check assembly drawings for accuracy, and assist other Application Engineers with advanced analysis techniques as needed.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Over 3 years of experience in an engineered mechanical product manufacturing environment
• Experience with rotating or reciprocating equipment, or components such as compressors, turbines, pumps, generators, motors, gearboxes, or similar
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to present to and interact continually with customers
• Familiarity with 3D AutoCAD and strong IT skills
• Thorough understanding of engineering principles and design practices
• Ability to develop ideas and solutions, overcoming challenges to meet customer expectations
• Fluency in both English and Italian, spoken and written

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Analyze product designs using Dover Precision Components (DPC) tools, interpret results, and determine optimal solutions for customer requirements. Prepare technical information for new projects according to customer specifications.
• Develop close relationships with key customer technical contacts to identify and respond to business opportunities early. Engage in significant customer interaction regarding project engineering and management, pre- and post-contract.
• Support the development of advanced analysis techniques (FEA, CFD, rotordynamics, etc.) and perform these analyses as required. Coordinate with third-party resources when necessary.
• Assist the New Product Development team in creating analytical methods for new products and enhancements, and document standard procedures and tools.
• Interpret designs, guide designers, perform engineering calculations, examine specifications, and process engineering changes.
• Ensure the successful completion of engineering projects.
• Assist in preparing engineering project proposals.
• Participate in client and contractor meetings, resolving project issues as needed.
• Promote high engineering standards within the team and support product development.
• Contribute to engineering process development and design for manufacturability efforts.
• Lead training seminars at customer and internal sites, tailoring content to the audience’s needs.

DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS:
Dover Precision Components (DPC) is part of Dover Corporation’s Pumps and Process Solutions segment. DPC holds leading global market positions and delivers critical solutions across oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical, and processing markets. We design and manufacture mission-critical equipment components to enable more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and operational efficiency.

OUR COMMITMENT TO CUSTOMER SUCCESS:
DPC provides products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce emissions, and promote clean energy adoption through collaborative relationships, expert engineering, and innovation. Our portfolio includes Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls, with locations across the Americas, Europe, and China.

OUR VALUES:
We focus on building potential, sustaining performance, and boosting futures. We prioritize employee development and foster a collaborative culture, supported by competitive health and welfare benefits. We are Dover Precision Components, #LifeAtDPC.

We consider various job-related factors when determining pay, including responsibilities, experience, education, location, and key skills. Compensation is part of our total rewards package.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or other protected factors.

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