Engineer, Engineering Standards and Tools

Flowserve Corporation; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowserve Corporation offers an opportunity for an experienced engineer to lead data structuring, part classification, and standards in a global setting. The role emphasizes governance of item/BOM data, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement of engineering data quality.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years of industrial experience, and familiarity with PLM systems, international standards, and data governance practices.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field and 5+ years of industrial experience.
• Experience with PLM or similar data management systems.
• Strong knowledge of engineering processes, systems, and design tools.
• Familiar with international standards and data governance.

Responsibilities

• Establish item/BOM and document standards for global consistency.
• Develop and maintain global engineering standards and data governance.
• Lead data cleansing, enrichment, deduplication, and gold-record creation.
• Coordinate with external partners on technical data transformation.
• Govern parts libraries and classification standards for reuse.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to align on data requirements and adoption.

Skills

Data analysis

Continuous Improvement

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Change management

Interpersonal communication

Programming/scripting (basic)

Education

B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline

Tools

PLM systems

Job description

Company Overview:

If a culture of excellence, innovation and ownership is what you’re searching for, consider putting your experience in motion at Flowserve. As an individual contributor, or as a leader of people, your enterprise mindset will ensure Flowserve’s position as the global standard in comprehensive flow control solutions. Here, your opportunity for professional development and industry leading rewards will be supported by our foundational commitments to the values of people first, integrity and safety. Thinking beyond opportunity and reward, at Flowserve, we are inspired by working together to create extraordinary flow control solutions to make the world better for everyone!

Essential Responsibilities

Global Standards & Procedures

• Collaborate with Engineering subject matter experts and cross-functional stakeholders globally to establish item/BOM and document standards that ensure consistency and effective communication of engineering design information delivered through items, BOMs, and related documentation to internal and external customers.

• Develop, document, implement, and maintain global engineering standards, procedures, and data governance practices.

Data Structuring, Part Classification & Technical Data Preparation

• Lead coordination with external partners on technical data transformation activities, including planning, progress tracking, issue resolution, and overall support.

• Manage assigned projects and initiatives from planning through completion.

• Drive the development and continuous improvement of item/BOM, document, and part classification standards to enhance the consistency, usability, and governance of engineering data.

• Use data analysis to identify improvement opportunities in classification logic, attribute definitions, legal value lists, deduplication, and the creation of trusted engineering records.

• Lead data cleansing, enrichment, consolidation, and deduplication efforts to improve data quality and establish a reliable golden record.

• Provide expert guidance on part classification and data structuring in accordance with international standards and internal governance requirements, ensuring consistent, accurate, high-quality, and well-structured engineering data across the organization.

• Establish and govern global parts libraries, including CAD/item relationship, to support part reuse, standardized item creation, and supply chain needs.

• Define, maintain, and govern material, quality, and process requirement libraries to ensure alignment and consistency across engineering systems.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with engineering teams and cross-functional stakeholders globally to align on standards, workflows, and engineering data requirements, resolve issues, and drive adoption.

• Provide responsive, customer-focused support to internal and external stakeholders while fostering effective communication and collaboration across engineering teams and cross-functional partners.

Data Integrity & Quality Control

• Maintain high levels of data integrity through regular audits, data validation, and quality checks to ensure accuracy and compliance with established standards.

• Analyze engineering and technical data to identify patterns, inconsistencies, root causes, and opportunities to improve data quality, governance, standardization, and part reuse.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare and present reports on findings, trends, and key metrics to stakeholders.

• Ensure clear and consistent documentation of data structures, classifications, standards, and methodologies to support compliance, transparency, and effective knowledge sharing.

Change Management

• Act as an effective change agent, driving adoption and long-term acceptance of company-wide engineering standards, practices, and procedures.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline, with a minimum of 5 years of industrial experience.

• Demonstrated experience with PLM or similar data management systems.

• Strong knowledge of engineering processes, systems, and design tools.

• Strong knowledge of engineering, industrial, and international standards.

• Strong analytical and data analysis skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and support data-driven decision-making; basic programming or scripting skills are beneficial.

• Demonstrated proficiency in the application of Continuous Improvement Process tools.

Preferred Experience / Characteristics

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to apply technology to solve complex problems and meet business and stakeholder needs.

• Ability to identify patterns, trends, and inconsistencies in data and apply analytical techniques to support decision-making, standardization, and process improvement.

• Proven ability to work effectively in standardization initiatives with strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively and collaboratively across the organization in a matrix and global environment.

• Proven ability to lead discussions, build alignment among diverse stakeholders, and work through detailed technical topics.

• Proven ability to adapt to changing organizational environments and business needs.

Flowserve is a world-leading manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. Join a company whose people are committed to building a more sustainable future to make the world better for everyone. With 16,000+ employees in 50+ countries, we combine our global reach with local presence. Our team challenges themselves to approach each situation with ingenuity and creativity to help provide our customers with the most innovative flow control products and services. We support 10,000+ customers worldwide, creating products to meet the needs of our customers who are supplying energy, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and other essentials to consumers, businesses and governments globally. We invite you to put your talents and career in motion at Flowserve.

Req ID : R-19500

Job Family Group : Engineering

Job Family : EN Mechanical Engineer

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