Mechanical Design Engineer II - Santa Ana, United States - Cryogenic Industries

Description

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries is one of the world's leading manufacturers of engineered cryogenic gas processing equipment and small-scale process plants for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), well services and industrial gas industries.

We pride ourselves on our team of experienced and dedicated management and highly-skilled and loyal workforce, who have helped build and secure the Company's success.

From engineers to accountants, welders to assembly technicians, Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries depends on people to power our innovations.
We offer a challenging and rewarding work environment in an engineering-driven company.

If you are talented, dedicated and want to be involved in this exciting and growing industry, we would like to hear from you We offer an exceptional work environment, and a competitive compensation plan with an excellent benefits package including 401k match, medical, dental and much moreNikkiso Cryogenic Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the LNG and industrial gases industry.

We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over $1.5 B in annual revenue, employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

This position is based at Nikkiso ACD, LLC, located in Santa Ana, CA.Nikkiso ACD is an engineering and manufacturing company specializing in machinery designed to operate at cryogenic temperatures as low as 420 degrees Fahrenheit, the boiling point of Liquid hydrogen.

For over 50 years, Nikkiso ACD has specialized in centrifugal and reciprocating pumps as well as turbines for air separation.

Nikkiso ACD has the most diversified product line in the industry covering nearly every application requiring pumps or turboexpanders.


Mechanical Design EngineerPosition Summary:
Reporting to the Manager, Mechanical Design Engineering.

This position is responsible for implementing project designs and improvements to existing products in accordance with department procedures, working under the project team plans.

The Design Engineer researches and evaluates products, parts or processes for cost efficiency and reliability, ensures the fit, form and function of the existing design or new products and works with other departments in order to ensure production and packaging of final product in accordance with customer specification and ACD procedures.

Essential Functions:

Designs, models, and tests prototypes for productsConducts research and creates design proposals for projectsCreates concepts, performance, and production criteriaIdentifies and selects materials needed for productionProduces final hand drawings and specificationsCreate parts lists and ensure value engineering practices are provided for the designs.

Make samples of working models for demonstrationParticipates in planning marketing initiatives for productNegotiates appropriate production processesEvaluates products and processes for cost efficiency and reliabilityWorks with the Engineering team and other departments to ensure production schedule is metUses computer-aided design (CAD) to create concepts, and layout pumps and systemsFollows department processes and procedures and provide feedback and ideas for improvement This list is not all-encompassing and tasks not mentioned here may be requiredKnowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise:Experience with Solid Works and GD&TExperience analyzing engineering sketches, specifications, related data and drawings to determine design factors such as size, shape and arrangement of partsAbility to make equipment layouts and perform fundamental engineering calculationsExperience planning and formulating design engineering program and works with project team staff according to project requirementsAbility to review product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards and customer contract requirements, and related specificationsAdvanced knowledge of MS Office SuiteWork Environmental and

Physical Demands:

In order to perform the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls.

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. may be necessary.
Overtime may be necessary as the workload dictates. This may include week days, weekends, nights and/or holidays.

Job will generally be performed in an office environment, but may require travel to a Client's office, production facility or industrial/construction job site.

(This will require a valid passport.) Conditions will vary at each location, but the conditions listed above will generally apply.

Candidates may be required to show a driving abstract with a clean driving history for travel between the ACD facility locations and client offices as required.

A valid drivers license is necessary.

Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Environmental Safety RequirementsNew Employee Safety Training is required by all newly hired employees, including Safety AwarenessAll safety related training is provided and tracked by the EHS ManagerJob specific training modules deemed necessary by employees Manager or Director will be required of all employees on an ongoing basisEmployees are required to wear Nikkiso provided PPE as/when needed.

PPEs include, safety shoes, safety glasses, face shields, FR clothing, cryogenic gloves, cryogenic apron, cut resistant gloves, safety gloves, hearing protection, hard hats & dust masks.

Failure to comply with Nikkiso ACD safety requirements will result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to meet the work environmental and physical demands listed above.

Experience and Education:

Bachelors degree in a relevant engineering field is requiredProficient in SolidWorks and FEA1-2 years of experience in a similar role is requiredEquivalent combination of education, training and experience in an engineering design role may be acceptedThe knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed.

An equivalent combination of education and/or experience that provides an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, may be accepted.

Expected annual salary $70, $100,000.00Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledNikkiso is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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