Design Engineer jobs in Newark, NJ

Performs engineering valve design functions for the development of new products and for the modification of existing products, in accordance with corporate strategic plans. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and develop prototype models and methods to validate design concepts and final design including required supporting engineering calculations.
• Validate design with team members and approve design changes.
• Report progress and unusual project occurrences to the Engineering Manager or Project Engineer.
• Confer, work closely and obtain the necessary results with manufacturing, quality assurance, production, vendors and contractors regarding the various aspects of product design projects.
• Work with engineering support groups to check final designs and modify designs as appropriate.
• Interact with all company support departments to resolve manufacturing problems and to improve product quality and the ease of manufacturing.
• Keep abreast of technological developments and opportunities in the field to assist with incorporating design innovations.
• Visit customer sites and contractors to validate product design specifications and to resolve product problems.
• Prepare project time reports as scheduled.
• Perform other related duties as assigned. 

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Mechanical Engineering degree required.
• 7 years of engineering experience.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail 
• Effective communication skills - verbal and written 
• Open/creative thinker; is an Ideas generator. 
• Self starter, organized and capable of working under pressure to meet deadlines 
• Self directed and establish own priorities to meet needs of organization 
• Able to operate independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to prepare design drawings using AutoCAD and SolidWorks software and support design with calculations using MathCAD software.
• Strong understanding of geometric tolerance techniques based on  ANSI  Y14.5M-1994
• Fluid handling device engineering (valves, pumps etc.) a plus.

 We offer an excellent Benefit Package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription, Flexible Spending and 401K Plan 

If you’re ready for a challenge and would like to be a part of a growing team, please submit your resume for consideration.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability