Sr. Engineer, Product Development

Job Summary

The Senior Engineer I – New Product Development is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and launching new industrial fan and air movement products. This role works cross‑functionally with manufacturing, sales, sourcing, and quality teams to deliver innovative, cost‑effective, and manufacturable solutions that meet customer and regulatory requirements.

• Design and Development
  • Develop new mechanical product designs
  • Assess and mitigate technical risk through engineering calculations and computer‑aided engineering
  • Create engineering models and drawings, specifications, and Bill of Materials (BOMs)
  • Support global product development projects
  • Perform product performance selections
  • Develop innovative design solutions for customer and engineering problems
  • Maintain a continuous improvement mindset
• Testing and Specifications
  • Perform engineering and product testing and verify product performance
  • Support development and post‑installation testing
  • Write engineering specifications
  • Participate in third‑party contractual testing
  • Provide technical support during development and implementation
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
  • Work with manufacturing, sourcing/procurement, vendors/suppliers, customers, and operations teams
  • Key activities include design‑for‑manufacturability, cost‑effective design coordination, vendor technical evaluation, supplier selection support, resolving technical performance issues, and supporting project deadlines and production schedules

• 8+ years of design engineering experience in product development or manufacturing
• Experience with CAD software (Inventor, Solid Works, or similar)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability (DFM)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment

• Experience with industrial equipment, HVAC, fans, blowers, or rotating equipment
• CFD, FEA, or airflow analysis experience
• Knowledge of ERP/PDM systems
• Project management experience
• Familiarity with ASME, AMCA, or ISO standards
• Proficient with ERP applications for BOM maintenance
• Working knowledge of Stage Gate Process (New Product Development)
• Lean NPI and/or Customer Focus Technology Planning (CFTP)
• Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA)

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field

• Combination of office, engineering lab, and manufacturing floor environments
• Occasional travel to suppliers, customers, or manufacturing facilities may be required
• Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance‑based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.