Design Engineer - Rock Hill, SC

Roper Technologies; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two medical plans: PPO and HDHP with H

401(k) plan – 3% employer contribution

Job summary

Cornell Pump Company is seeking a mechanical engineer to lead projects developing new pump product lines. You will coordinate with stakeholders, perform mechanical design and analysis of centrifugal pumps, and integrate electrical drivers and motors to meet specifications.

Join a team with 75+ years of experience, working on multi-location facilities, and contribute to diverse markets while ensuring quality and innovation in every build.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in project management and mechanical design of pump packages.
• Strong background in integrated electrical/mechanical assembly design.
• SolidWorks proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage & support projects to develop new product lines that serve the company’s strategic growth initiatives.
• Develop project proposals with market research, feasibility studies, scope definition, cost estimates, and development schedules.
• Coordinate mechanical design & analysis of centrifugal pumps, pump packages, and related components.
• Integrate pump drivers (VFDs) and electric motors.
• Coordinate sourcing for the NPD process and communicate with suppliers on goals, timelines, and pricing.
• Perform product testing and support field troubleshooting as needed.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Full job description

Cornell Pump Company is a prominent leader in the centrifugal pump industry with over 75 years of experience and continuous growth. Our manufacturing facilities located in Clackamas, OR, Vancouver, WA, and Rock Hill, SC allow us to serve diverse markets such as Agriculture, Industrial, Municipal, Rental, and Mining.

Responsibilities

• Manage & support projects to develop new product lines that serve the company’s strategic growth initiatives.


• Work with key stakeholders to develop project proposals, including market research, feasibility studies, scope definition, cost estimates, and development schedules.


• Coordinate and perform mechanical design & analysis of centrifugal pumps, pump packages, fabricated components, and related metallurgical requirements.


• Integrate pump drivers, specifically VFDs & electric motors.


• Navigate, coordinate, and apply governing standards and certification requirements to meet application specifications.


• Coordinate sourcing efforts to support the NPD process, evaluating and communicating with suppliers regarding goals, deadlines, technical challenges, pricing, and delivery.


• Work autonomously and with other engineers to design, schedule, coordinate, and perform all required product testing for pump packages and electric drivers.


• Utilize knowledge of pressure transducers, flow meters, vibration accelerometers, and other rotating equipment sensors, data acquisition, control systems, and integrated condition monitoring.


• Provide dealer, end‑user, and sales staff training in product application and maintenance.


• Provide technical support to sales, manufacturing, field troubleshooting, product application, value engineering, and problem‑solving.


• Investigate causes of reported field problems, including warranty requests for failed products (may require travel).

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with proven proficiency in project management, mechanical function, and assembly of pump packages, electric motors, & VFDs (highly preferred).


• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering (required).


• Strong background in integrated electrical/mechanical assembly design.


• SolidWorks proficiency (equivalent 3D modeling software experience will be considered).


• Strong mechanical inclination and experience with hand and power tools and large, complex assemblies.

Certificates and Licenses

• FE/EIT (preferred).


• PMP (Project Management Professional) (preferred).


• SolidWorks training/certificates (CSWA, CSWP, etc.) (preferred).

Benefits

• Minimum of two weeks paid PTO & 10 paid holidays.


• 401(k) plan – 3% employer contribution, immediate full vesting, and matching based on contribution.


• Two medical plans: PPO and HDHP with HSA.


• Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).


• Dental and vision coverage.


• Two weeks of paid parental leave.


• Company‑paid life insurance & AD&D, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability.


• Additional voluntary life insurance & AD&D.


• Supplemental health insurance: hospital, accident, and critical illness.


• Safety shoe reimbursement: up to $250 every two years or voucher.


• Prescription safety glasses reimbursement: up to $250 every two years or voucher.


• Employee rewards and recognition program.


• Employee discount.


• Flexible spending account.


• Health savings account.


• Tuition reimbursement.


• Vision insurance.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full‑time.


• Work Location: In person.

Schedule

• 8 hour shift.


• Day shift.


• Monday to Friday.

EEO and Legal Statements

• EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability.


• Oregon OSHA Rights.


• Employee Polygraph Protection Act.


• Family and Medical Leave Act.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this role. An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.