Mechanical Engineer, Rotating Machinery & Product Design

Fairbanks Morse Defense; Thomaston (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairbanks Morse Defense in the United States seeks a mechanical engineer to lead product design and performance analysis for rotating equipment. The role involves solid modeling, casting design, drawing generation, and both mechanical and nodal analyses, with a focus on applying first principles to prototypes and production units.

Responsibilities include developing testing protocols, evaluating results with field feedback, and collaborating to improve performance, customer satisfaction, and

Qualifications

• BSME degree or equivalent and 2–4 years rotating machinery experience.
• Knowledge of noise, vibration & harshness principles as applied to rotating machinery.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes used in motor production.
• Experience with electric motors a plus.

Responsibilities

• Product design and performance: Solid modeling, casting design, drawings, mechanical and nodal analysis.
• Integrate first principles in evaluating designs, prototypes, and production units for qualification, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Develop performance testing protocols and evaluate results with field feedback to improve performance and cost objectives.
• Be an integral team member to develop or modify products to meet customer requirements.
• Provide technical assistance to support sales efforts.
• Support product quoting activities and develop cost-effective modifications and new products.
• Develop bills of materials and product costing using design data management tools and ERP systems.
• Ensure accurate transfer of engineering data into ERP.
• Assist in problem identification, correction, and verification.
• Participate in Kaizen events to improve value stream.

Skills

Solid modeling

Casting design

Manufacturing drawings

Mechanical analysis

Nodal analysis

Rotor dynamics

Structural analysis

Bearing life calculations

Shaft loading

Thermal loading

Education

BSME

Tools

SolidWorks

EPDM

ERP Visual

Job description

Fairbanks Morse Defense in the United States seeks a mechanical engineer to lead product design and performance analysis for rotating equipment. The role involves solid modeling, casting design, drawing generation, and both mechanical and nodal analyses, with a focus on applying first principles to prototypes and production units.

Responsibilities include developing testing protocols, evaluating results with field feedback, and collaborating to improve performance, customer satisfaction, and