Sustaining Engineer

Since 1892, OPW customers have been able to count on us to revolutionize fluid-handling operations around the world. As a global leader in fluid-handling solutions, the mission of OPW is to be a developer of a comprehensive array of innovative fluid-handling solutions that our customers can consistently and reliably count on. These include loading and unloading systems for high-value hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products;

railcar and transport tank-truck valves, gauging devices and tank-monitoring systems; automated storage-terminal controls and systems; and regulators, fittings, valves, vaporizers, vacuum-jacketed piping and gas-handling systems for the safe handling and distribution of cryogenics and industrial gases. OPW also creates and manufactures touch-free and soft-touch vehicle wash systems, entry systems and wash chemicals. OPW has more than 2,000 employees with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe and China, and sales offices around the world.

OPW is part of the Clean Energy & Fueling segment of Dover (NYSE: DOV).

The Sustaing Engineer provides frontline engineering support for a diverse line of fluid transfer products manufactured in the Hamilton, Ohio facility. This role will collaborate with multiple engineering teams along with onsite operations teams to solve manufacturing and quality issues, implement enhancements and productivity savings on existing products, and assist with new product development initiatives.

Essential Responsibilities:

* Monitor the regulatory change process for impacts to rail products manufactured in Hamilton. Lead and/or support efforts to incorporate changes into production processes, documentation, and electronic systems as needed.

* Perform forensic examination of rail products manufactured in Hamilton to understand root cause of performance issues when requested by customers or regulatory authorities. Propose corrective actions and oversee implementation. Examinations may require travel to observe and test the equipment in the operating environment.

* Support quality as needed during audits to ensure compliance with AAR certification requirements.

* Interface with design engineering and operations teams (including manufacturing, quality, and supply chain) to provide frontline technical support of products manufactured in the Hamilton, Ohio facility.

* Implement product enhancements and productivity improvement initiatives as identified by the leadership team.

* Manage engineering change process to document improvements in product performance, reliability, or quality. Update technical documentation including bills of material, drawings, and other supporting information as necessary.

* Assist design engineering with the transfer of new products from development to the manufacturing floor.

* Provide engineering support to customer service and sales teams to answer escalated technical inquiries as needed.

* Other activities as needed.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME).

* 3-5+ years of experience in sustaining engineering, manufacturing support, or product engineering.

* Proven ability to lead root cause analysis investigations and drive product improvements in a team environment.

* Proficient in 3D CAD modeling software (Creo and Windchill preferred).

* Experience with the engineering change process and ERP systems (creating and updating item masters and bills of material).

* Familiarity with industry standards and manufacturing processes.

* Ability to travel up to 10%

* This position is based in the Knappco facility in Hamilton, OH.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience in a manufacturing facility with exposure to fluid handling equipment, including components such as valves, connectors, and swivels.

* Strong data-driven problem solving background, including the ability to conduct analyses, identify root causes, develop corrective actions, and verify effective closure and removal of issues in manufacturing environments.

* Knowledge of ISO 9001 and AAR standards.

* High level of customer focus and ability to maintain a positive attitude at all times.

* Ability to maintain a professional demeanor at all times with…