Mechanical-Applications Engineer (Couplings)

Smiths Group; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Smiths Group, via John Crane, seeks an Applications Engineer specialized in couplings to deliver technical expertise across the customer lifecycle. The role requires collaboration with customers, OEMs, distributors, EPCs, and internal teams to ensure correct product selection and successful project execution.

Requirements include a Mechanical Engineering degree and at least 3 years in rotating equipment or related areas. Travel to the UK for training is expected during the onboarding period.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in rotating equipment, couplings, drivetrain systems, power transmission or reliability engineering.
• Experience with ERP, engineering software, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate customer applications and operating conditions to recommend coupling technologies.
• Review data such as torque, speed, shaft separation, misalignment and service factors.
• Prepare technical proposals, quotations, and engineering calculations.
• Serve as the primary technical resource for sales teams, distributors, OEMs, and customers.
• Ensure compliance with standards and project requirements.
• Provide engineering support for custom coupling designs and retrofits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Customer-facing

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ERP software

Engineering software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mechanical-Applications Engineer (Couplings)

• Full-time
• Grade: 10
• Employee Group: Permanent
• Global Region: North America

John Crane, a business of Smiths Group, is a global leader in mission-critical flow control solutions for energy and process industries that enable efficient and sustainable operations. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems, and predictive digital monitoring technologies.

We have a global network of more than 200 sites in over 50 countries and employ more than 6,000 people worldwide. We partner with our customers to help them keep their operations safe, reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and meet the latest environmental standards.

John Crane is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year, helping to create a safer, more efficient, productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defence, space & aerospace, and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs approximately 16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries.

This position will require travel to the UK for a minimum of 2 weeks for training.

The Applications Engineer-Couplings is responsible for providing technical expertise and application support for the company's coupling product portfolio. This role works closely with customers, OEM's, distributors, EPC's, and internal stakeholders to ensure proper product selection, solve complex application challenges, and support successful project execution. The Applications Engineer serves as a technical resource throughout the customer lifecycle, from specification and design through installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

Evaluate customer applications and operating conditions to recommend appropriate coupling technologies and configurations.

Review equipment data including power requirements, torque, speed, shaft separation, misalignment, service factors, and environmental conditions to ensure proper coupling selection.

Prepare technical proposals, quotations, engineering calculations, and application documentation supporting sales opportunities.

Serve as the primary technical resource for sales teams, distributors, OEM's, end users, and inside team regarding coupling products and applications.

Review customer specifications and ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and project requirements.

Provide engineering support for custom coupling designs, special applications, and retrofit opportunities.

Collaborate with manufacturing, operations, and supply chain teams to address technical questions and support project execution.

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline required.

Prefers a minimum of 3 years’ experience in rotating equipment, couplings, drivetrain systems, power transmission, industrial equipment, or reliability engineering experience.

Strong understanding of mechanical power transmission principles, shaft alignment, vibration, torque transmission, and rotating equipment reliability.

Ability to perform engineering calculations involving product sizing, torque, speed, horsepower, moment loading, and service factor requirements.

Proficiency with ERP, engineering software, and Microsoft Office applications.

Excellent analytical and customer-facing skills.

Effective communication skills both verbal and written.

Experience working in a diverse environment with a global company is a plus.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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