Design Engineer

Pump systems account for nearly 30% of all power consumption in the United States, using $80B in energy annually. Since 1938, industry has relied on Carver Pump to supply custom‑engineered pumps to maximize efficiency and service life while minimizing costly downtime. The Design Engineer fills a key role in this process by applying expertise of pump design and material properties to solve the unique challenges of individual pump testing and applications.

• Read and interpret customer technical specifications
• Collaborate with sales team members to prepare quotations and proposals
• Create or modify pump designs to meet customer requirements
• Utilize pump‑specific formulae to predict pump performance
• Evaluate technical data and create reports for submittal to customers
• Prepare 3‑D models, assemblies, and drawings using Solidworks
• Utilize FEA to predict design robustness
• Create test plans and assure successful completion
• Help test lab personnel source new equipment and set it up for new tests
• Support shop and test lab personnel regarding part manufacture or testing
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities across all departments
• Knowledge of CAD modeling and drawing practices including GD&T
• Understanding of general manufacturing practices
• Knowledge of pump application and design
• Knowledge of ISO procedures
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage a dynamic workload
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field
• 1–3 years relevant training or work experience

• Reports to Manager, Engineering

• Occasional overnight travel

• Light physical daily activity with occasional moderate activity related to lab / shop areas

Successful completion of a post‑offer/pre‑employment criminal background check, drug screen and physical required.

Carver Pump Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer