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Flowserve Corporation · 1 month ago

Mechanical Engineer - Control Valves

Flowserve Corporation is a world-leading manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. They are seeking a Control Valve Specialist Engineer who will be responsible for designing and developing technical solutions specific to the mining industry, focusing on high pressure applications and engineered-to-order custom valves.

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Responsibilities

Technical expert for complex valve applications and custom-engineered solutions
Ensure product safety through proper review/design and worksite safety through championing Flowserve policies and procedures
Provide excellent responsive and customer-centric support to both internal and external customers. Establish communication and collaboration as the standard for Flowserve
Support the capture and documentation of engineering/R&D best practices and know-how for our products and processes to ensure that knowledge can be transferred effectively throughout the organization and that other associates are able to benefit from the collective wisdom embodied within the technical community
Act as lead contributor to the invention and/or design of products or services which include significant advancements in technology or innovative design concepts
Collaborate with the product manager to identify existing or anticipated technology gaps in our product or services and then act as lead investigator in researching new or alternative technologies to meet the defined needs in alignment with Flowserve market imperatives
Act as an acknowledged expert in the technical aspects of a product or service and/or engineering discipline, both internally and externally
Advance Flowserve’s technical standing in the marketplace
Represent Flowserve’s technical and commercial interests as a key contributor to new or revised regulations, standards, and guidelines developed by industrial organizations and government regulatory bodies
Serve as a technical mentor and trainer to facilitate effective knowledge transfer in an area of expertise to technical staff to advance Flowserve’s technical capabilities and sustain our long-term competency in these areas
Design of Blast Tubes, Impingement Blocks and Choke Tubes for High Pressure Acid Leach (HPAL) letdown applications
Design of severe service control valve trim for high velocity and high noise applications
Design of control valve trim for high-pressure letdown applications
Selection and development of compatible materials for highly corrosive and erosive applications
Work with supply chain and manufacturers directly to develop critical components for mining applications
Lead sustaining engineering projects to improve cost and efficiency of Flowserve control valve products
Support New Product Development initiatives by creating designs, drawings, BOM’s and analyses throughout the product development process
Train and develop engineering talent with Flowserve’s global engineering support teams
Create and deliver presentations to track and report progress to the Global Engineering Leader, Engineering Director and other senior leadership
Design and develop control valve solutions for special engineered-to-order control valve applications
Provide timely and effective support for manufacturing and assembly personnel to resolve engineering issues that arise during the production process
Actively participate and engage in Operational Excellence methodologies such as Daily Management and Problem Solving to support the efficacy of Flowserve’s quality and on-time delivery objectives
Provide technical support to the global order engineering support team
Participate and engage in design reviews for engineered products
Meet with sales representatives and customers as required to gather direct feedback and information about the customer’s process to aid in developing robust and effective solutions

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringProduct EngineeringFluid Dynamics3D Modeling ToolsThermodynamicsControl Valve DesignMining Industry ExperienceTeam LeadershipCommunication SkillsMentoring SkillsProblem SolvingOrganizational Skills

Required

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Experience in product engineering & design with emphasis in the mining industry and equipment
Ability to lead teams to success, by being a motivated, driven, self-starting individual and leading by example from the front. Ability to influence and develop other employees not directly reporting to this position by strong positive presence
Strong communication and relationship skills across all disciplines in the business
Experience with engineering 3D modeling and design tools (ANSYS, SolidWorks, Windchill, CATIA, etc.)
Practical expertise in advanced thermodynamics and fluid dynamics
Experience with research, simulation and testing in the field of fluid dynamics including instrumentation and data reduction and interpretation
Individual should be detail oriented, deadline driven, customer focused, a strategic thinker and problem solver
Strong knowledge transfer and mentoring skills in group and individual situations
Demonstrate a high degree of competency and dedication to educating both customers and the Flowserve engineering community on the development, deployment and application of the associated technologies, products and services
Demonstrate a high degree of competency and dedication to apply leading-edge processes and tools to all aspects of duties and responsibilities, including but not limited to Voice of the Customer, Value Analysis/Value Engineering, Design for Six Sigma, Requirements Management and Traceability, Risk Management, Failure Mode and Effect Analysis, and Project Management
Possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability manage a cross functional team
Excellent reputation, with the ability to influence change in a matrix management environment

Preferred

Experience with the design or application of control valves or related mining equipment in high pressure letdown systems
HPAL application knowledge

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (including FSA and HSA options)
Life Insurance + Supplemental Life, Child, Spousal, and AD&D Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Retirement Planning, 401(k) plan, & Financial Wellness Resources
Educational Assistance Program
Time off Policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and paid vacation)

Company

Flowserve Corporation

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Flowserve is one of the world's largest manufacturers of pumps, valves and seals with over 16,000 employees across 50 countries.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Amy Schwetz
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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Matthew Donaldson, SPHR/SHRM-SCP
Vice President Human Resources, Business Partner Organization
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