Design Engineer II

Position Summary

Design Engineer II (Mechanical) reports to the Power Efficiency Solutions Senior Manager of Mechanical Engineering and Shared Lab Services. This person will lead Mechanical Design efforts for major New Product Development (NPD) projects, support sustainability engineering and provide direct lab support to include testing responsibilities – with focus on sound and vibration testing. In addition to these major areas of focus, where the engineer will have ownership over designs and testing there will be opportunities to drive and support both Value Engineering and Value Analysis (VAVE) and Material Cost Out (MCO) initiatives.

Throughout the design cycle and sustainability processes, this person will leverage several software packages including Computer‑Aided Design (CAD), Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Sound Acquisition Software applications.

• Complete electric motor and motor control housing mechanical designs, as well as components and accessories (castings, fabrications, shafts, end frames, mainframes, etc.) meeting market requirements and cost targets for New Product Development (NPD) & existing products.
• Analyze, model and test mechanical systems to minimize noise and vibrations while optimizing acoustic performance.
• Identify and execute cost‑saving opportunities for existing products and designs.
• Manage engineering work and priorities of the project team to align with milestones and stretch goals of the project schedule (Stage Gate Process).
• Coordinate drawing review, approval and release.
• Write specifications (design specifications, drafting instructions, product specifications).
• Select and integrate components into design, interacting with suppliers/vendors.
• Provide technical support to other departments.
• Create test plans, monitor tests, collaborate with lab personnel, complete data analysis and summarize results.
• Be familiar with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), lean processes and material‑component selection.
• Demonstrate continuous improvement and mastery in diverse settings.
• Possess experience in Product Part Approval Process (PPAP), supplier development and qualification.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and stay on track for required dates.
• Capture, curate and disseminate product knowledge within a cross‑functional environment.
• Promote a safe working environment by following established safety policies and practices.
• Maintain unquestionable business and personal integrity.

The ideal candidate will have the capability to set up and run mechanical and/or electrical performance, application and reliability tests required to validate new designs and optimize existing ones. The individual must be safety conscious and capable of working in a laboratory environment. Good listening, communication and technical comprehension skills are required.

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design and development of industrial products or components, preferably with rotating machinery.
• Strong user CAD proficiency (Solid Works) and Microsoft Office applications (Teams, Word, Excel, SharePoint, Projects).
• Depth and experience in sound and vibration or acoustic optimization.
• Experience in root‑cause analysis using formal problem‑solving methods.
• Knowledge and experience in manufacturing processes (castings, fabrications, forgings, sheet metal parts, bearings and/or fasteners).
• Measure & testing capabilities; specifically vibration and noise testing, including modal analysis in labs and field environments, using microphones, sensors, modal hammers and data‑acquisition software.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, metric‑driven environment, effectively prioritize and execute tasks with a sense of urgency and manage work required per project plan.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, email, messaging and video).
• Ability to develop and manage action plans for assigned technical projects (Project Management).

• Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minor in Physics or Acoustics;…