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A Mechanical Engineer researches, designs, develops, constructs, and tests mechanical devices including machines, engines and tools. Works on devices ranging from power generators to household dishwashers to surgical equipment. May specialize in a particular type of machine or tool. May develop new devices or improve existing ones to run more efficiently.
$94,138 / year median in Louisiana
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Mechanical Engineer John Crane - 3.5 Baton Rouge, LA Job Details Full-time 20 hours ago Qualifications Industrial equipment design Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering Fabrication Sales support Safety protocol adherence Mechanical Engineering Equipment troubleshooting Mid-level Technical user customer support Mechanical drawings Analysis skills Bachelor's degree in engineering Internal employee customer service Continuous improvement Blueprint creation using CAD software Industrial equipment International corporation experience Commissioning phase involvement Engineering design modification 2 years Communication skills Mechanical troubleshooting Engineering manufacturing support Full Job Description Company Description John Crane, a business of Smiths Group, is a global leader in mission-critical flow control solutions for energy and process industries that enable efficient and sustainable operations. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems, and predictive digital monitoring technologies. We have a global network of more than 200 sites in over 50 countries and employ more than 6,000 people worldwide. We partner with our customers to help them keep their operations safe, reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and meet the latest environmental standards. John Crane is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year, helping to create a safer, more efficient, productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defence, space & aerospace, and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs approximately 16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries. Job Description This is an onsite position. The engineer works within the Regional Engineering team to support Sales and Aftermarket to meet customer requirements. They will provide application support to global drawing offices for engineering orders and proposals. Where necessary, the engineer will apply standard engineering techniques and consult specialists within other Engineering Solutions teams. They will provide engineering support for troubleshooting, commissioning issues, escalating support as necessary and working with Central Expertise as needed. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Review & process application requests. Prepare fully detailed drawing office requests, including application instructions, to support designers in producing accurate layout (GA) and detail drawings. Use CAD to create proposal drawings and to aid liaison with global drawing offices. Follow standard techniques and procedures, selection / application of products to meet customers' needs for mechanical seals. Complete calculations (including heat generation, cap screw/set screw torque value, thrust load, flow rates, etc. for mechanical seals). Generate engineering proposals / specifications for standard and special custom products/designs for production. Work closely with Sales team/Project originators to confirm design meets application. Record activity through iProjects & Lean Kit and ensure timely response to internal customers. Provide day-to-day technical support to Regional Sales and Service teams. Work in line with John Crane standards, procedures, and policies. Primary Duties & Responsibilities (other) Approve / reject / rework purchase or manufacture of fabricated parts not to drawing specification. Raise / process / approve Engineering Change Notice (ECN) requests. Manage and report personal workload to meet customer and departmental objectives. Along with other team members, promote a culture of continuous improvement in work processes, office housekeeping, etc. Along with other team members, contribute to maintaining a safe and efficient working environment, including following appropriate HSE procedures. Perform other duties and responsibilities as necessary based on departmental needs, or as required by Manager. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in an Engineering Discipline (Mechanical Eng. (ME) highly preferred). Minimum 2 years of experience working with mechanical seals and/or rotating equipment preferred. Working knowledge of personal computing, CAD (Solid Edge preferred) and application software. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and changing priorities to complete assignments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Experience working in a diverse environment with a global company is a plus. Location & Work Schedule Fully onsite position located in Baton Rouge, LA. Candidates must live within commuting distance of the facility Work schedule is Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Regular onsite attendance is required. Additional Information With colleagues stretching across the globe, we are proud of our diversity. To foster inclusivity, we run employee resource groups (ERG's) to provide a safe space for employees to connect and support each other. Our cross-business ERG's include Veterans, Pride Network, Black Employee Network, Women@Work Network, and Neurodiversity. Across our company, we recognize excellence, culminating in the Smiths Excellence Awards, our annual celebration of the most extraordinary activities, people, and projects that best showcase our strengths and help drive our business forward. We announce these on our annual Smiths Day, a global celebration of Smiths around our network. Join us for a great career with competitive compensation and benefits, while helping engineer a better future. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity. At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation - including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career's website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)