Product Engineer II

About Barber-Nichols

Barber-Nichols (BN) is a premier provider of custom turbo machinery solutions serving the Defense, Aerospace, Cryogenics, and Energy industries. Our team consists of industry leaders who collaborate closely with equally accomplished customers to deliver technologies that advance their markets and establish enduring partnerships. At BN, we foster a results-driven environment that values professional growth, rewards achievement, and supports innovation. From designing the blower for NASA’s Dragonfly mission to Saturn’s moon Titan to engineering critical components for the U.S. Navy’s MK-48 program, BN’s portfolio spans some of the most exciting and impactful projects in the world.

For those seeking to contribute to impactful projects alongside a highly skilled team, BN offers an exceptional place to build your career.

The Product Engineer II is responsible for the support and improvement of legacy and new rotating machinery products. This role covers all production phases, including manufacturing, assembly, testing, Return Material Authorization (RMA), and field support for all Barber-Nichols products. Increasingly challenging assignments are completed with oversight by more senior engineers as necessary. This position also requires a strong foundation in design engineering, including the ability to create, revise, and manage detailed engineering drawings and models in support of product changes, documentation accuracy, and production readiness.

• Resolve technical challenges
  • Collaborate with program managers, machine operators, design engineers, manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, and technicians to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical deviations.
  • Participate with cross-functional teams to incorporate process improvements and corrective actions.
  • Conduct independent engineering analysis to support troubleshooting, evaluate the usability of non-conforming parts and assemblies, and ensure that product quality, functionality, and contractual requirements are maintained.
  • Contribute to the review/documentation of changes proposed by Customers, Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, and Suppliers.
  • Provide hands‑on technical support and mentorship to technicians and less experienced engineers.
• Communicate effectively with customers to provide technical guidance and address product deviations requiring customer approval. Responsible for preparing the technical portions of formal variance reports with minimal oversight.
• Own engineering documentation for moderately complex products
  • Independently create and revise 3D CAD models and 2D drawings in accordance with ASME Y14.5 and internal company standards.
  • Maintain drawing packages to ensure documentation is up to date with current production practices and engineering changes.
  • Participate in drawing change processes, including generating redlines, supporting Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), and ensuring traceability of design updates.
  • Coordinate with manufacturing, quality, and senior engineering staff to resolve documentation-related issues efficiently.
• Lead engineering assignments
  • Perform complex calculations, prepare technical data, and lead customer‑facing reviews.
  • Compile relevant data from technical reports, standards, and manufacturer catalogs independently.
  • Support and lead technical activities such as component testing, data analysis, design tool verification, and process documentation.
• Develop repair and overhaul plans for products undergoing refurbishment or return material authorization (RMA) processes.
• Provide program management for RMA and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) projects, ensuring on‑time delivery, customer communication, and successful project completion.
• Support other engineering services on production projects as needed, ensuring effective communication and teamwork across all engineering teams.

To qualify for this position, an individual must possess the knowledge, training, experience, and abilities required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of relevant engineering experience in a…