Design Engineer

Design Engineer

KNF Neuberger, Inc.Other / Trenton / KNF Neuberger, Inc.

We are looking to hire a Design Engineer for our Hamilton (just outside of Trenton), NJ location. We need an experienced Mechanical or Electrical engineer to realize KNF's engineering solutions by designing and developing diaphragm pumps for the transfer of air, gases, vapor, and liquids to meet customer specifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Act as the responsible design engineer for a defined set of catalog pump models. Maintain drawings and bill of materials associated with basic pump models.
• Work closely with Sales, Marketing and customers to design and select appropriate pump models to be offered for specific customer applications.
• Modify existing pump designs to meet specific customer flow rate, vacuum, pressure, life expectancy, and cost targets.
• Select motors, bearings, and elastomers from an existing knowledge base to meet intended performance, current draw, and life expectancy.
• Perform bearing life calculations and material stress analysis as required.
• Prepare detailed design layouts, solid models and drawings using CREO / Windchill CAD software.
• Create and maintain bills of materials in SAP.
• Participate in design reviews and obtain design input from engineers, technicians, and other departments as required.
• Work concurrently with test technicians to test and validate new design concepts.
• Analyze test data using statistical and analytical methods.
• Interface directly with supply chain, manufacturing, and vendors as required to maintain pump configuration and costs.
• Work closely with production personnel to troubleshoot problems with product assembly and performance.
• Troubleshoot problems associated with product returned from the field.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions as part of the KNF Corrective Action Request process.

SKILLS AND Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent

• Electrical Engineering knowledge, as it relates to AC motors, DC motors, and motor controllers. Basic Understanding of Electrical Engineering Fundamentals
• AC and DC Motor design / operating experience
• A minimum of 3 years of demonstrated product development experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing fundamentals
• Knowledge of machining processes
• Knowledge of materials and finishes
• Tooling and / or fixturing design a plus

KNF offers competitive hourly wage with an exceptional benefits package, including low-cost medical and dental coverage, company-paid life insurance, paid time off, a generous incentive bonus and (k) plan with company contribution.

KNF Neuberger Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Please send your resume, along with a cover letter including salary requirements, to or apply online.

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KNF Neuberger, Inc.

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