Design Engineer

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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. 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