Design Engineer

Design Engineer

As an SKF team member, you will join 40,000 colleagues from more than 130 countries developing bearing technology and services that make rotation more reliable and sustainable. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF aims to have net zero
greenhouse gas emissions at all our production facilities by 2030.

SKF products keep vehicles rolling, power the machines that put food on your table, and even reach into the cosmos as part of the Mars rover mission. Founded in Sweden in 1907, today SKF is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm with annual sales in 2020 of approximately $10 billion.

The Aerospace Business Unit





is responsible for Aerospace applications with a global responsibility for Sales, Manufacturing, Business development, Product and Process Development. The Business Unit operates in a large number of countries and markets, all over the world and with a customer portfolio that includes all major players in the Aerospace industry. Our business is fully customer focused, with products specifically designed for an engine / airframe application and then produced in small quantities and small lots on highly flexible equipment. Extreme product range fragmentation, complex product design, very high quality standards and traceability requirements are the peculiarity of our Business Unit. In Hanover, PA we produce Rings and Seals for the Aerospace and Industrial markets.

Job Summary:

This position is accountable for conducting application and design engineering on new and existing products. Establishes specifications for finished product designs as dictated by customer(s) or market requirements. Provides technical assistance to Sales, Quality Assurance, Purchasing and Manufacturing. Investigates and/or creates new product opportunities. Develops original designs or specialized adaptions. Responds to customer inquiries in conjunction with Sales/Marketing.

Job Duties and Responsibilities are (including but not limited to):

• Investigates new designs; evaluates engineering proposals; writes specifications and computer programs
  
  
  
• Analyzes returned product and repair orders, prepares, and distributes a report and initiates follow up on appropriate corrective action
  
  
  
• Critically reviews customer drawings and specifications as they relate to the application for both new and repeat orders
  
  
  
• Prepares formal, technical proposals that satisfy customer inquiries or specifications
  
  
  
• Studies and evaluates new product ideas for their potentiality and practicality
  
  
  
• Makes modifications and design changes in existing product lines
  
  
  
• Interfaces with and provides application assistance to customers, distributors and field sales personnel by telephone and in person
  
  
  
• Reviews sales orders for technical accuracy; verifies that Kaydon's drawings conform to latest requirements
  
  
  
• Establishes drawing specifications for sales orders on new products
  
  
  
• Analyzes and reports on returned products from the field for signs of possible misapplication or manufacturing defects
  
  
  
• Works closely with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance and Sales departments' personnel in preparation and finalization of product and process designs, in establishment of uniform specifications for materials and/or equipment
  
  
  
• Maintains engineering files
  
  
  
• Applies or establishes engineering standards, practices and specifications and ensures sound, technical engineering concepts are applied
  
  
  
• Performs special projects as directed
  
  
  

Job Education and Requirements:

• B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant/related degree
  
  
  
• Due to the nature of the work, US citizenship is required
  
  
  
• Knowledge of Solidworks modeling and use of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance standards as they may be applied to Kaydon products
  
  
  
• Works under direct supervision
  
  
  
• Breadth of tasks limited
  
  
  
• Simpler phases of product engineering requiring less evaluation, analysis, ingenuity or design complexity
  
  
  
• Performs more detailed or routine development engineering assignments
  
  
  
• Gathers, correlates, analyzes basic engineering data, engineering specifications, provides new designs or proposals involving simpler applications
  
  
  
• Minimum latitude for unreviewed action/decision making
  
  
  
• Must have seal design experience commensurate with role as described below; a high degree of computer literacy; a solid understanding of business, cost elements, selling and manufacturing processes; and an advanced level of mechanical aptitude and comprehension
  
  
  
• Must be able to effectively interact with all levels of the organization and with customers and to communicate effectively either orally or in writing
  
  
  

What You'll Love About SKF:

Rest and Relaxation.
Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration.
SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health. Flexible work options available, depending on role.

Diversity in the Workplace.
?At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.

Best in Class Benefits.
SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

Invest in your Future.
Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution:
100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.

Reports to: Aero Ring & Seals Engineering Manager
Location: Hanover, PA
Job ID: 19657

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