Design Engineer

PCM USA INC

Design Engineer

Katy, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Bonus based on performance

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Vision insurance

    As a Design Engineer at PCM USA, INC your role involves designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production methods, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

    No Relocation. Must live in Houston Texas

    Key Responsibilities:

    1. Design & Drafting:

    · Utilize CAD software to create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and drawings of pump components and systems.

    · Develop innovative pump designs that meet performance specifications, including flow rate, pressure, and efficiency.

    · Standardize product offering to increase usage on common parts.

    · Designing pump skids

    · Converting metric drawings to imperial to suit local US market.

    1. Material Selection and Specifications:

    · Evaluate and select appropriate materials for pump components based on performance, durability, and cost considerations.

    · Create material specifications and collaborate with suppliers to ensure the availability of quality materials for production.

    1. Manufacturability and Process Optimization:

    · Perform Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) analyses to optimize pump manufacturing processes.

    · Collaborate with manufacturing teams to develop efficient production methods while maintaining product quality and consistency.

    1. Quality Assurance:

    · Collaborate with quality control teams to develop and implement quality assurance protocols for pump manufacturing.

    · Conduct regular inspections and tests to ensure pumps meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.

    1. Documentation and Standards Compliance:

    · Maintain detailed documentation of pump designs, specifications, and test results.

    · Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and quality management systems throughout the design and manufacturing processes.

    1. Cost Analysis and Budgeting:

    · Collaborate with finance and procurement teams to develop cost estimates for pump design projects.

    · Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising pump performance or reliability.

    1. Collaboration and Communication:

    · Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, manufacturing engineers, and sales teams, to ensure alignment with project goals.

    · Communicate effectively with stakeholders to provide updates on project progress, challenges, and solutions.

    Qualifications:

    · Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

    · Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for 3D modeling and drafting.

    · Strong understanding of fluid dynamics and mechanical principles.

    · Experience with pump design and development, preferably in industrial or food applications.

    · Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

    · Effective communication and collaboration skills.

    · Strong mechanical aptitude.

    This job description outlines the key responsibilities and qualifications for a Pump Design Engineer, highlighting their role in designing, developing, and optimizing pumps for various applications