Mechanical Engineer II - Motors

Franklin Electric; Fort Wayne (IN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work arrangements

Generous paid time off & holidays

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) with matching

Job summary

Franklin Electric in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to design and launch innovative products within a multidisciplinary team. The role involves engineering support and process validation to meet real-world needs.

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and three years of experience. The company offers hybrid work options, generous paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related degree is required.
• Three plus years of related experience is required.
• Experience with project management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and launch innovative new products with a multidisciplinary team.
• Provide engineering support for existing and new projects.
• Participate in product design reviews and validation planning.

Skills

Technical drawings

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Analytical ability

Interpersonal skills

Finite element analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related

Tools

Creo/SolidWorks

Product lifecycle management

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Are you ready to shape the future of engineering through cutting‑edge product development and collaborative problem‑solving? As a Mechanical Engineer II, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing and launching innovative products that meet real‑world needs. From concept to production, you’ll work alongside a global, multidisciplinary team to ensure our solutions are not only functional and high‑quality but also safe, cost‑effective, and customer focused.

Embark on a career journey with Franklin Electric, where your passion meets purpose, and every day is an opportunity to make a difference in our global communities through providing access to water, fuel and electricity.

Department & Location

Department: Engineering

Location: US - Indiana - Fort Wayne

What you will be doing

• Work within a multidisciplinary team to develop and launch innovative new products.
• Develop product design and engineering test implementation.
• Participate in product design reviews, DFMEA and validation planning execution.
• Provide engineering support for existing projects and product improvement projects.
• Provide qualifications for new/alternate vendors, components, and tooling.
• Assist in validation of foreign‑sourced competitive products.
• Define critical‑to‑quality dimensions and features of components and products.
• Improve existing products.
• Perform dimensional analysis and product testing as needed.

What you need

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related degree (required).
• Three plus years of related experience (required).
• Experience with project management (preferred).
• Experience in the design of pumps or other rotating equipment (preferred).
• Computer skills:
  • Advanced: Creo/SolidWorks, PowerPoint, spreadsheet.
  • Intermediate: Product lifecycle management, Word processing, data entry.

Skills & Abilities

• Reads technical drawings and strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Basic knowledge of various manufacturing processes (casting, machining, molding, etc.).
• Moderate level of analytical ability for complex technical problems.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others.
• Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Understands concepts of analytical tools such as finite element analysis.
• Utilizes common‑sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
• Plans the time, method, manner, and/or performance sequence of own work; may also occasionally assist in planning work assignments performed by others within a limited area of operation.

Who we want

• Hard‑working winners – confident, competitive, and results‑oriented professionals who create a track record of success.
• Dedicated achievers – people who thrive in a fast‑paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations.
• Effective communicators – people who can interpret information clearly and accurately to concisely communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Collaborative partners – people who build and leverage cross‑functional relationships to bring together ideas, information, use cases, and industry analyses to develop best practices.

Company Values & Benefits

• Hybrid remote work arrangements
• Generous paid time off & holidays
• Paid parental leave & on‑site motherhood rooms
• On‑site café & complimentary beverage stations
• Indoor fitness facility & outdoor walking paths
• 401(k) with matching & service contributions
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance
• Short & long‑term disability
• Fertility & adoption support
• Undergraduate & graduate tuition reimbursement
• Professional development assistance
• Health & wellness programs

Franklin Electric is a diverse team of innovators making a positive global impact since 1944. We offer innovative water solutions, ensuring access, treatment, and efficient management of this vital resource.

Join us to create a better future while growing professionally in a supportive environment! Consider this opportunity to contribute to a world‑class company where you can make a difference.