Job Title: Mechanical Engineer III - Heat Team
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Company/Department: Vista Engineering
Date: 03/29/16
JOB SUMMARY
The ideal candidate will be a mechanical engineer with experience designing and testing commercial or residential appliances. Working knowledge of gas fired appliances and combustion is preferred. This engineer will work as a key member within an engineering team to develop and improve water heating systems for the swimming pool industry.
DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
To be a key project engineer in the development of water heating products as well as supporting sustaining and quality work. Research and specify components for heating systems developing high performance and agency compliant products. Analyze part designs using sound engineering principles, FEA software and the utilization of in-house prototyping methods. Participate in product development programs as the team’s engineer, meeting project goals and deadlines. Work with suppliers to ensure project goals are met and to resolve any engineering issues that arise. Oversee activities of testing personnel and designers to meet project goals. Develop and document test plans and Engineering Changes. Effective and proactive written and verbal communication of the status, timeline or problems. Work with personnel in marketing, supply chain or manufacturing in order to solve problems and determine marketing needs.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering
Experience:
10 or more years of mechanical engineering experience focusing on new product development of appliances, systems or mechanical products Proficient mechanical design skills using SolidWorks CAD software. Extensive knowledge of various types of metals and plastics and their use in product designs. Ability to work effectively independently, as a project leader and as a team member. Good verbal and written communication skills. Exceptional problem solving skills and ability to perform root cause analysis and identify a solution. Proven track record of accomplished projects with increasing responsibilities. Willing and experienced in travelling domestically as needed.
PREFERRED:
Education: Graduate Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Experience:
Working knowledge of and experience designing gas fired combustion heating products. General knowledge and experience with pool equipment systems and the interaction between products. Experience with PDM (product data management) systems. Strong knowledge of various metal tooling and fabrication methods. Experience with Certification and Compliance requirements around gas fired appliances and/or pool heaters. Knowledge of ASTM, NSF and other standards relative to general mechanical engineering