Description

About Barber-Nichols:

Barber-Nichols (BN) is a leading provider of custom turbomachinery for the Defense, Aerospace, Cryogenics and Energy industries. This is a unique place. Our company is made up of people that are at the top of their game. And we are working with customers who are at the top of their game. Together, we help our customers revolutionize their markets and build amazing relationships with them in the process. If you're seeking to work with an amazing team in a “get-it-done” atmosphere that supports your development, and recognizes your achievements, BN is the place for you.

Position Summary:

The Senior Design Engineer is responsible for completing the design and drafting of custom turbomachinery such as pumps, turbines, etc. They perform duties with Computer Aided Design (CAD) including modeling of parts and assemblies, and create drawings with appropriate dimensioning and tolerances, material properties, manufacturing processes, tool design and cost of production. Projects may include clean sheet designs, or modifications to existing systems, equipment and machinery.

Key Results Areas:

1. Lead the 3D modeling phase of a project to complete an assembly that will meet technical and manufacturability requirements within budgetary and schedule constraints.

Function as part of the project team to create part models and assembly models that are used for engineering analysis and drawing creation
Work with the manufacturing team to design the cost out of parts while employing knowledge of “design for manufacture, assembly, inspection, and test” principles.
Lead activities to improve execution of the modeling phase of a project.
Perform engineering analysis for first-cut sizing of components.
Perform tolerance stack analysis with cross functional inputs to ensure critical fits and clearances are achieved.

2. Create the manufacturing drawing package from solid model geometry that will meet technical and manufacturability requirements within budgetary and schedule constraints by using the following:

a. Dimensioning and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) expertise.
b. Knowledge of manufacturing and inspection processes.
Checking drawing/design package for complete and accurate content and to ensure compliance with applicable standards.
Lead activities to improve execution of the drawing creation and checking phase of a project.

3. Work with project team and manufacturing group during manufacturing phase of the project to disposition non-compliant parts.

4. Lead Design improvement and standardization initiatives and/or lead and develop special business-level protocols

Develop and standardize processes, tools, guidelines, training aids, etc. related to B-N Design. Lead and implement special business-wide protocols and procedures as needed by the overall business.

Requirements

Qualifications:

To qualify for this position, an individual must possess the knowledge, training, experience and abilities required.

Education and Training

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace or Electrical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge in computer aided software
Working knowledge in GD&T

Experience:

Minimum ten years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Other:

Must be willing to work overtime as required.
Travel up to 10% of working time.

Desired Job Qualification:

Applicable training certificates (FEA, CFD, etc) and successful completion of the Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) or Fundamentals of Engineering (F.E.) are desirable.
A Colorado State Professional Engineer License is desirable.
Experience with Solidworks design software and Solidworks PDM.

Skills:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office suite; Internet software such as Microsoft Explorer; the ability to learn Design software such as SolidWorks and the ability to learn analytical software such as ANSYS, CFX, etc.
Ability and willingness to abide by set policies and/or safety programs established by BN, our clients, and/or regulatory agencies which govern our performance and behavior in the normal course of our work while on BN or the client’s property or job site.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
Ability to apply basic geometry and arithmetic principles to practical design problems.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
High attention to detail.
Ability to successfully plan and implement objectives within established timelines and work schedules.
Ability to analyze problems and develop effective solutions at both strategic and functional levels.
Demonstrate behavior consistent with company values.
Ability to work independently, with minimal direction as a highly motivated self-starter and within a team oriented culture.

ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Barber-Nichols must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e., current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Security clearance is not required for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Barber-Nichols is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary range for this role is $120,000-$145,000. This range represent the anticipated minimum and maximum base + bonus for this position based upon a good faith and reasonable estimate. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the applicant’s qualifications (education, training and/or experience related to this role), and therefore, may fall outside the range shown, depending on the circumstances.

To view our benefits provided please visit Careers | Barber-Nichols.

Barber Nichols anticipates the application window closing approximately 15 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require Barber Nichols to shorten or extend the application window.