Mechanical Engineer II, Pumps

Franklin Electric; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Electric is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to develop and validate new pump products, from customer requirements through PPAP approvals. You will work with a global multidisciplinary team to launch products and maintain product lines for safety, compliance, and cost efficiency.

The role emphasizes collaboration across engineering disciplines, manufacturing, and procurement to address issues and optimize performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• Three plus years of related experience required.
• Experience in design of pumps or other rotating equipment preferred.
• Experience with project management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create, develop, and validate new products from customer requirements, including concept feasibility, design validation, and PPAP approvals.
• Collaborate with a global multidisciplinary team to develop and launch innovative new products.
• Oversee product line maintenance to ensure safe, compliant, and cost-effective products.
• Benchmark competitive equipment.
• Collaborate across functions to resolve manufacturing issues (assembly, machining, etc.), and supplier qualification.

Skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

PowerPoint

Spreadsheet

Job description

Description

Join Franklin Electric on our mission to empower communities with sustainable water management solutions, where your expertise will play a vital role in shaping a better future for generations to come.

Department

Engineering

Location

US - Indiana - Fort Wayne

Responsible for the development and design of pumps and pumping systems, ensuring high standards of quality, efficient manufacturing processes, and end-user satisfaction. This includes, but is not limited to, concept design and detailed engineering of products, prototype creation, development of functional specifications, design verification and validation specific to fluid pumps, and successful launch into manufacturing.

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. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our innovative products, industry leading quality products, exceptional customer service, employee development, and passion for social responsibility.

Join us to create a better future while growing professionally in a supportive environment!

What you will be doing:

• Create, develop, and validate new products from customer requirements. Initiating preliminary design concepts and evaluation through concept feasibility, design validation, manufacturing process and PPAP approvals.
• Collaborate with a global multidisciplinary team to develop and launch innovative new products.
• Oversee product line maintenance to ensure safe, compliant, and cost-effective products.
• Benchmark competitive equipment.
• Participate in multi‑disciplinary collaboration to correct manufacturing issues (assembly, machining, etc.), quality issues (dimensional, material, and design discrepancies, etc.), and purchasing issues (vendor qualification, engineering support, etc.).
• Define critical‑to‑quality dimensions and features of components and products.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

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.

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

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, presentation/PowerPoint, spreadsheet.
• Intermediate: Product lifecycle management, Word processing/typing, alphanumeric data entry.

Why Work at Franklin Electric?

Becoming a part of the Franklin Electric team not only provides outstanding benefits, it also opens doors to opportunities for future growth. Enjoy peace of mind with a world‑class company. But more importantly, be satisfied in knowing you make a difference.