Valve Design Engineer

Bray International, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Bray International is seeking a Valve Design Engineer in Houston to lead design, development, and analysis of industrial valve products. You will manage projects from concept through introduction, ensuring safety, reliability, manufacturability, and cost targets are met.

You will collaborate with global teams to advance NPD, perform FEA/CFD studies, and optimize design margins while mentoring engineers and promoting best practices across the department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute New Product Development (NPD) and product maintenance projects.
• Research, design, and develop valve products to meet prescribed performance and reliability goals.
• Conduct design, analysis, and documentation of valve products, ensuring manufacturability and safety.
• Apply engineering skills to introduce new products efficiently, achieving optimal design margins in the shortest time possible.
• Identify and manage technical risks during the development process.
• Develop and implement tools, methods, and processes to improve departmental productivity and product quality.
• Review and validate engineering team deliverables for correctness and accuracy prior to release.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, customers, and suppliers to ensure alignment of objectives and expectations.
• Establish and maintain best engineering practices within the department.
• Mentor and support engineering team members to enhance their design, analysis, and problem-solving skills.

Skills

CAD software

FEA/CFD

Design for manufacturability

Structural analysis

Thermal analysis

Root cause analysis

Cross-cultural teamwork

Technical communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Company: Bray International

Location: Onsite, 5 days a week in Houston, Texas

About Bray International

Bray International is a global leader in the provision of industrial valves, actuators, and related control products, delivering cutting-edge flow control solutions to diverse industries worldwide. As a family-owned business with over 30 years of engineered excellence, Bray is known for its commitment to integrity, innovation, and collaborative culture. Join our team to be part of an exciting, forward-thinking organization that is shaping the future of flow control solutions.

Position Overview

As a Valve Design Engineer at Bray International, you will be responsible for the design, development, and analysis of industrial valve products. Working with cross-functional teams, you will contribute to New Product Development (NPD) projects, ensure product maintenance, and research core technologies that sustain and enhance product performance. Your role will involve managing the design process from concept through to product introduction, ensuring that products meet functional, cost, reliability, manufacturability, and safety requirements. Additionally, you will evaluate technical risks and identify opportunities to improve quality, reliability, and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute New Product Development (NPD) and product maintenance projects.
• Research, design, and develop valve products to meet prescribed performance and reliability goals.
• Conduct design, analysis, and documentation of valve products, ensuring manufacturability and safety.
• Apply engineering skills to introduce new products efficiently, achieving optimal design margins in the shortest time possible.
• Identify and manage technical risks during the development process.
• Develop and implement tools, methods, and processes to improve departmental productivity and product quality.
• Review and validate engineering team deliverables for correctness and accuracy prior to release.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, customers, and suppliers to ensure alignment of objectives and expectations.
• Establish and maintain best engineering practices within the department.
• Mentor and support engineering team members to enhance their design, analysis, and problem-solving skills.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required.

Experience

• Experience in valve, rotating equipment, or industrial equipment design engineering preferred.
• Knowledge of industrial codes such as ASME VIII, ASME B16.34, API 609, Pressure Equipment Directive, ASME B16.5, and ASME B16.47 is preferred.

Core Competencies

• Proficiency in industry-standard CAD systems for design and documentation.
• Experience utilizing Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software to solve complex design problems.
• Ability to apply design principles for manufacturability and optimize product performance.
• Expertise in structural and thermal analysis for components and assemblies, including static and fatigue strength analysis.
• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills in a global team environment.
• Sound decision-making abilities and innovative, creative thinking.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively.
• Ability to work cross-culturally and in collaborative team environments.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and efficiently.
• A strong team player with the ability to work autonomously, demonstrating initiative and urgency.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel as required for the position.

Why Work for Us?

Benefits

• Competitive Pay Plans
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; Paid holidays and vacation; 401(k) with matching contributions.
• Healthy Work Environment: A smoke-free, drug-free workplace that promotes safety and productivity.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, training, and career advancement.
• Exceptional Company Culture: Bray is a family-oriented business with a focus on engineered excellence and team collaboration.

Join Bray International and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of flow control solutions!

As a federal subcontractor, Bray International Inc., its affiliates, and subsidiaries comply with the Drug-Free Workplace Act and applicable federal law. Employment is contingent upon a successful background screening and compliance with federal requirements, including drug testing for controlled substances under the federal Controlled Substances Act, which includes marijuana. This requirement applies regardless of state or local marijuana/cannabis laws.