Mechanical Design Engineer
Department: Engineering
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Supervisor, Engineering
Job Setting: In Office
Location: Morristown, TN
Who We Are - Thermon
Thermon is a diversified technology company and a global leader in industrial process heating, temperature maintenance, environmental monitoring and temporary power distribution solutions. We deliver engineered solutions that enhance operational awareness, safety, reliability and efficiency to deliver the lowest total cost of ownership.
Thermon offers over 250 products, software and services across multiple brands, providing a range of offerings from boilers, transportation heaters, and liquid load banks to tubing bundles and heat trace. We are the silent guardians of critical infrastructure. From the relentless demands of chemical plants and the intricate networks of rail and transit to the vital pulse of power generation, we innovate solutions that ensure optimal operation, protect critical assets, and maximize efficiency.
We care deeply about the success of our customers, the well-being of our people, and the reliability of every product we design. This drives our unwavering commitment to safety and integrity in everything we do. Through collaboration, we unite a rich legacy of expertise with a trusted global team, partnering side-by-side with our customers. We transfer the warmth needed to make life work.
What is the opportunity?
As Thermon's Mechanical Design Engineer, you will use your mechanical design expertise to help us produce world-class heating and boiler solutions. Reporting to the Engineering Supervisor, you'll design and work on complex thermal and pressure systems, new product development, and custom-specific solutions that will stretch your engineering skills and give you room to grow technically and professionally. We are looking for someone who loves solving hard problems and wants to grow in their technical knowledge. You will enjoy autonomy, respect, and make an immediate impact – grow with us as we introduce new and pioneering products!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work directly with Sales and Manufacturing.
- Follow customer specifications to complete product designs.
- Work with Mechanical Designers to select components, develop drawings and maintain as-built revisions.
- Advise Mechanical Designers in the creating and modifying of 3D models and 2D drawings SolidWorks.
- Create and modify 3D models and 2D drawings in SolidWorks or AutoCAD as needed.
- Select proper components and generate BOM's.
- Provide needed calculations for tanks and/or pressure piping components.
- Work with vendors to introduce new and cost-effective products into our systems.
- Participate in the inspections of products in various stages of the production process.
- Help maintain our ASME Quality Control System.
- Participate in Continuous Improvement Initiatives to develop better procedures and increase efficiency.
- Assist Project Management with customer interface and act as a SME for Mechanical Design queries.
- Create and update internal documents for Engineering Procedures and Training
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent technical background.
- Strong background using SolidWorks for 3D modeling.
- A minimum of 5 years' experience with capital equipment is preferred.
- A working knowledge of ASME Pressure Vessel Codes, boilers, heat transfer equipment, or auxiliary boiler room equipment is preferred.
Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to work independently after proper training and be a self-starter.
- Proficiency with SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
- Knowledge and experience with PDM or PLM software is preferred.
- Experience with Codeware Compress is preferred.
- Effective time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate professionally and clearly.
- Willingness to work in a collaborative environment and be a team player.
Physical Demands:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Benefits:
- Bonus eligibility.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision.
- Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
- 401k with Company Match.
- Paid Time Off.
