Engineer, Engineering Standards and Tools

Flowserve Corporation; Town of Bethlehem (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowserve Corporation seeks a data governance and standards specialist to lead the creation and maintenance of global engineering standards and data management practices. You will coordinate with engineers worldwide to ensure consistent item/BOM documentation and governance.

You will drive data transformation projects, oversee classifications, and guide data quality initiatives across programs, ensuring reliable engineering records and library governance.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial experience.
• Experience with PLM or similar data management systems.
• Strong knowledge of engineering processes, systems, and design tools.
• Familiarity with engineering standards and international conventions.
• Analytical and data-analysis skills; basic programming or scripting beneficial.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement Process tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with global engineering SMEs and stakeholders to establish item/BOM and document standards for consistent communication of engineering data.
• Develop, document, implement, and maintain global engineering standards, procedures, and data governance practices.
• Lead coordination with external partners on data transformation activities, including planning and issue resolution.
• Manage assigned projects from planning through completion and drive data quality improvements.
• Drive development of item/BOM, document, and classification standards to enhance governance and usability.
• Use data analysis to improve classification logic, attribute definitions, and trusted records.
• Lead data cleansing, enrichment, consolidation, and deduplication to build a reliable golden record.
• Provide expert guidance on part classification and data structuring per international standards and governance.
• Establish and govern global parts libraries and material libraries to support standardization and reuse.
• Define, maintain, and govern material, quality, and process requirement libraries.

Skills

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal communication

Change management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

PLM systems

Job description

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.