Senior/Staff Mechanical Pump Engineer (Aerospace)

Senior

• Key Responsibilities:
  • Plans, schedules and coordinates detailed phases of a project.
  • Participates in and promotes process improvements within assigned areas.
  • Performs work which involves conventional engineering practices, but includes a variety of complex features, such as conflicting design requirements, non-standard materials and difficult coordination requirements.
  • Provides direct support of sales and development by sharing information in the form of proposals and design reviews.
  • Independently writes and performs component tests.
• Key Skills:
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills including presentations (internal, customers and management).
  • Writes and communicates technical reports.
  • Solid technical writing skills (EARS, procedures, reports, etc.).
  • Competent skills in complex problem solving and trouble-shooting.
  • Ability to effectively operate in the project team environment and communicate with Customers.
  • May direct or lead work of technicians, detailers and designers.
  • Working knowledge of standards and the ability to apply complex groupings of standards into designs.
  • Creditable use and understanding of FEA tools, basic use of DFSS tools and methodologies;
  • Credible knowledge of Engineering quality systems (PLC, engineering change, configuration management).
  • Solid ability to compute steady state results.
  • Assists with development of department and organization procedures.
  • Complete understanding of component function and testing requirements.
  • Understands manufacturing processes, drawings and geometric dimensioning and tolerances as well as shop standards and procedures and how they impact designs.
  • May guide level 1 and 2 Engineers.
  • Credible use and understanding of FEA tools, basic use of DFSS tools and methodologies; credible knowledge of Engineering quality systems (PLC, engineering change, configuration management).
  • Solid ability to compute steady state results.
  • Assists with development of department and organization procedures.
  • Time Management: Highly skilled in balancing multiple priorities in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
  • Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic, high-pressure environments tied to executive workloads.
• Other Qualifications:
  • 4 Year Bachelors BS degree AND 4+ years equivalent experience
  • Aken - Certified Technician/ Bachelor
  • Pump experience

Staff

• Key Responsibilities:
  • Project Leadership: Leads and manages complex mechanical engineering projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and technical standards.
  • Technical Advisory: Provides expert guidance to management on advanced mechanical engineering solutions and best practices to enhance product development and process efficiency.
  • Process Improvement: Develops and implements innovative mechanical systems and methodologies to optimize operational efficiency and product quality.
  • Problem Solving: Analyzes and resolves intricate engineering challenges by applying sophisticated analytical techniques and innovative thinking.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partners with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate mechanical engineering solutions into broader organizational initiatives and projects.
• Key Skills:
  • Mechanical Design: Expertise in designing and developing complex mechanical systems and components.
  • Project Leadership: Proficient in leading cross-functional projects from inception to successful completion.
  • Analytical Problem Solving: Skilled in using sophisticated analytical methods to resolve complex technical challenges.
  • Technical Advisory: Provides expert guidance to leadership on advanced mechanical engineering initiatives.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Effectively collaborates with multiple teams across different disciplines to achieve project goals.
  • Innovative Solution Development: Identifies and implements innovative engineering solutions to address business challenges.
  • Process Improvement: Recommends and applies best practices to enhance engineering processes and services.
  • Complex Systems Analysis: Capable of performing in-depth evaluations of intricate mechanical systems and data.
  • Strategic Communication: Communicates complex technical concepts clearly and persuasively to diverse stakeholders.
  • Advanced Technical Acumen: Demonstrates extensive technical knowledge and expertise in mechanical engineering principles.
• Other Qualifications:
  • 4 year Bachelors BS OR 10+ years equivalent experience
  • Aken - Certified Technician/ Bachelor
  • Pump experience

Benefits

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave