Senior Project Engineer

Dover Precision Components; Stonington (CT); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

Dover Precision Components is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead engineering content for naval defense projects at the Pawcatuck, CT site. You’ll perform calculations, support drawings, and liaise with customers on technical matters while guiding design teams on complex systems.

The role requires 5–7 years of experience, a mechanical engineering degree (Master’s preferred), and strong CAD/FEA skills. Hybrid schedule includes onsite 3 days/week and two days remote.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of mechanical design/analysis experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering; Master’s preferred.
• Strong grasp of engineering principles and design practices.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience with 3D CAD tools, preferably SolidWorks.
• Proficient in Excel and data handling.
• Knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• System and component level analysis (mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, magnetic).
• Analyze designs, interpret results, determine optimum solutions for customers.
• Perform engineering calculations and FEA; review specs and ECNs.
• Interpret designs and assist the design team as needed.
• Create, interpret and review manufacturing/assembly drawings.
• Engage with customers to resolve technical issues.
• Assist in preparing engineering project proposals.
• Participate in client/contractor meetings and issues resolution.
• Mentor junior engineers and review work.
• Create test procedures/reports and test rig specs.
• Direct test rig design and measurement system choices.
• Drive process improvements across the organization.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD (SolidWorks)

FEM / FEA analysis

GD&T ASME Y14.5

Engineering problem-solving

Customer interfacing

Excel proficiency

Project mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks Simulation

CSWA

Excel

Job description

Dover Precision Components (DPC) is hiring a Senior Project Engineer. We offer competitive pay and benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the ability to be a key contributor on the Marine Group Engineering Team focusing on Naval defense projects using fluid film bearings, magnetic bearings and special custom systems to meet customer needs.

In this role, you will be responsible for the engineering and design content of projects & customer proposals at the Waukesha Bearings office in Pawcatuck, CT for both new products and continuing support of current designs. This will involve engineering calculations, drawing support, process engineering and design changes. You will be a direct liaison with customers for the resolution of technical matters. You will interpret design requirements and specifications and developing those into complex engineered system solutions. Only US Citizens can be hired into this position. We offer competitive salary and benefits and the ability to work a remote/hybrid schedule- 3 days a week onsite at our interactive and innovative Pawcatuck, CT facility, and 2 days a week remotely, if you’d like.

What You’ll Do

• System and Component level analysis (Mechanical, Hydraulic, Electrical, Magnetic, etc)
• Analyze product designs, interpret results, and determine optimum solution to the customers’ requirements for both new and existing products
• Perform engineering calculations, perform FEA analysis (e.g., stress, electromagnetic), examine specifications (procurement, MIL, ASME, etc), expedite and process engineering changes (ECNs)
• Interpret designs, assist / instruct the Design team
• Create, Interpret and review manufacturing and assembly drawings
• Develop close working relationships with key customers’ technical contacts, including significant customer interaction with respect to the engineering and management of projects
• Assist in the preparation of engineering project proposals
• Participate in client/contractor meetings and resolve client/engineering and management project issues
• Mentor newer engineers
• Create test procedures and reports
• Create specifications for test rigs, guide designers to design test rigs, select and create control and measurement systems for test, support test programs
• Optimize company processes

What You’ll Bring

• 5-7 years of mechanical design/analysis experience
• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree is preferred) in mechanical engineering or related field
• Strong understanding of Engineering Principles and design practices.
• Demonstrated ability to create ideas and develop solutions – Excellent problem-solving skills
• Very strong communication skills – Ability to interface with customers, vendors, internal team
• Strong Experience with 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred, CSWA or demonstrated capability required)
• Strong computer skills, particularly Excel
• Strong FEA system/assembly simulation experience (Solidworks Simulation is a plus)
• Mastery of GD&T per ASME Y14.5 a plus
• Must have comprehensive working knowledge of manufacturing processes with the impact of the manufacturing process on the key factors that control a part’s form, fit, and function
• Must have a desire for cradle to grave support of complex systems

Dover Precision Components

Dover Precision Components ‘DPC’ ‘the Company’ is part of Dover Corporation’s ‘the Parent Company’ Pumps and Process solutions segment. DPC holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. We design and manufacture mission-critical equipment components to deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers to operate more efficiently.

WE DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESS

Dover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered under Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China.

BUILDING POTENTIAL. SUSTAINING PERFORMANCE. BOOSTING FUTURES.

We are diligent in recognizing our employees’ needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are. We are Dover Precision Components, #SWE

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Pay Range:

$120,000-$135,000 base salary. Bonus Target: 8% performance & financial company metrics in our applicable plan. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Pay Range:

$120,000-$135,000 base salary. Bonus Target: 8% performance & financial company metrics in our applicable plan. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits:

Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 9 paid holidays per calendar year, 15 paid vacation days annually, prorated the first year based on hire date, 16 hours floating holiday; wellness reimbursement, tuition reimbursement ;business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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