Senior Mechanical Application Engineer
Vaughan Company
Montesano, WA
- 5+ years of experience in PTC Creo Parametric or comparable 3D CAD software.
- 3+ years of experience in PTC Windchill or comparable PLM software.
- Formal education or certification in PTC Creo Parametric and Windchill is desirable.
- Strong knowledge of parametric modeling and drawing view layout principles.
- Proficiency in engineering simulation software (FEA/CFD) is preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in application of pumps or other rotodynamic equipment.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Great attention to detail.
- Motivated self-starter capable of working independently and in team environments.
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- Create 3D mechanical models and assemblies using PTC Creo Parametric Software based on sketches, specifications, technical data, and customer needs. Utilize advanced features such as Options Modeler and Simulate extensions.
- Create fully detailed 2D mechanical drawings using PTC Creo Parametric and AutoCAD for in-house manufacturing and external fabrication.
- Maintain engineering-related portions of the company-wide PLM System (PTC Windchill), including part numbers, EBOMs, routings, and assisting Sales with customer product selection.
- Streamline product designs based on design calculations, manufacturability, manufacturing time, material/component selection, workflow, and customer needs.
- Review and revise drawings to ensure accuracy and completeness with regard to company standards, functionality, regulations, and product requirements.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to customers regarding pump systems and their applications.
- Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and Customer Service teams to resolve product-related issues and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Other engineering-related duties as assigned.
Job Description
Under the direction of the Chief Engineer, or other supervisor as directed, the Senior Mechanical/Applications Engineer is responsible for creating and updating product and component designs using PTC Creo Parametric and Windchill PLM software to support a dynamic manufacturing environment. This individual will also provide technical customer service and troubleshooting support related to pump systems and their applications. Working independently or supervising Mechanical Engineers, the Senior Engineer will develop new products, perform design calculations and manufacturability analysis, and use product design and function specifications to deliver solutions that meet customer needs.
About the Company
Vaughan Company
Since the late 1950s, “What could make this better?” was the unwavering motivation Jim Vaughan used to invent the world’s first chopper pump. After countless hours of repairing clogged manure pumps for local dairy farmers, he knew there had to be a solution.
Jim officially introduced the world’s first chopper pump in 1960, and Vaughan Company was born. His brilliant idea met a genuine need that had applications far surpassing the dairy farm. In the decades since our operations expanded significantly. Vaughan Company now has 40 worldwide issued or pending patents, providing pumps and pumping equipment across the globe.
With more than 65 years of experience and four generations of expertise, Vaughan Company remains committed to giving customers around the world outstanding service and the most dependable pumping solutions.
Our high-performing and exceptionally reliable pumps can handle the severe workloads of correctional facilities, dairy farms, wastewater treatment plants and more.