Smiths Group
Product Design Engineer
Springfield, MA, United States
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 21 days ago
Project ManagementProcess ImprovementProcurementERPCustomer SupportSolidWorksCATIACreoAutoCADPLCMechanical DesignCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingTime ManagementTolerance AnalysisLean Manufacturing
About the role
- The Product Design Engineer is responsible for the design, development, validation, qualification and continuous improvement of hydraulic and pneumatic hose assemblies, end fittings, and attachment processes, crimping and swaging.
- This role ensures products meet performance, safety, and quality standards while supporting manufacturing efficiency and customer requirements.
Responsibilities
- Design & Development
- Design hydraulic and pneumatic hose assembly components, end fittings, swivel fittings, couplings, and assembly systems.
- Develop crimp and swage specifications, tooling, and manufacturing/ assembly processes.
- Develops and validates analytical models utilizing a combination of metallic and non-metallic components.
- Create 3D models, detailed 2D drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs) using CAD software.
- Develop inspections requirements such as crimp/swage tolerances, proof testing pressures, media and duration.
- Ensure designs comply with industry standards (e.g., SAE, ISO, AMS, ASTM) and customer and regulatory requirements.
- Development and interpretation of design standards.
- Support new product development (NPD) initiatives from concept through production.
- Develop and oversee product verification tests throughout product development phases (burst, impulse, pressure cycling, leak testing). Performs product failure analysis's supporting design recommendations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in hose assembly design, fluid conveyance, or related mechanical systems.
- Proficiency in CAD software 3D and 2D (e.g., NX, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo, CATIA).
- Strong understanding of hydraulic/pneumatic systems and fluid dynamics fundamentals.
- Experience with crimping & swaging processes and hose assembly manufacturing and Design for Manufacturing principles.
- Design tooling, fixturing leak test tooling required to fabricate assemblies.
- Strong knowledge of stainless steel and polymers (PTFE) is a strong asset.
Nice to have
- Knowledge of SAE/ISO standards for fluid conveyance products
- hose assemblies, end fittings, swivel fittings, couplings.
- Experience with testing methods associated with fluid conveyance products (impulse, burst, vacuum, etc.).
- Familiarity with ERP/PLM systems.
- Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience.
- Background in aerospace, automotive, or industrial fluid conveyance products.
Skills
- Structured analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail and a precision engineering mindset
- Strong written and verbal communications skills. Ability to write assembly procedures and train assemblers and determine proficiency.
- Hands-on troubleshooting and manufacturing support skills
- Project management and time management capabilities
- All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
- Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career's website ( Careers - Smiths Group plc )
Company info
- Work with sales and customers to develop product requirements, match existing product or determine what is needed for new product.
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