How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. The Senior Engineer I is responsible for designing, developing, and improving industrial fan and blower products while providing technical leadership on engineering projects. This role supports products from concept through manufacturing and field installation. The successful Engineer will be collaborative and creative, with problem solving and technical ability.
What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)While each day brings new opportunities to SPX, your core responsibilities will be:
- Design centrifugal and axial fan systems, impellers, housings, shafts, bearings, and related equipment.
- Perform engineering calculations involving airflow, pressure, vibration, structural integrity, and efficiency.
- Use CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD, etc.) to create models and drawings.
- Conduct or review CFD, FEA, vibration, and performance analyses.
- Lead product development and continuous improvement projects.
- Support manufacturing, quality, and sourcing teams during production.
- Investigate field issues and perform root-cause analysis on equipment failures.
- Review customer specifications and develop custom-engineered solutions.
- Create engineering documentation, test reports, BOMs, and design standards.
- Mentor junior engineers and review technical work.
- Coordinate with sales, operations, testing labs, suppliers, and customers.
What we are looking for (Required/Ideal Experience, Skills, Education)We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:
Required Experience - 5-10+ years of engineering experience in rotating equipment, HVAC, industrial machinery, fans, blowers, or related products.
- Experience with:
- SolidWorks, Creo, or AutoCAD
- GD&T
- FEA and CFD tools
- Product testing and validation
- Manufacturing processes and DFM principles
- Strong project management and communication skills.
Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Airflow and pressure calculations
- AMCA standards
- Fan laws and system curves
- Vibration and balancing
- Bearings and shaft design
- Welded fabrications
- Sheet metal design
- Rotating equipment reliability
- Noise reduction and acoustic performance
- Industrial ventilation systems
Education & Certifications - B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technologies
Travel & Working Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds
- Bending/stooping
- Keyboarding/typing
- Ability to read effectively from a computer screen and/or paper copy
- Office and plant environment with varying degrees of noise levels
- Exposed to severe weather, excessive heat, and/or excessive noise at times
- Ability to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and work from motorized, elevated work platforms during inspections and commissioning
- Occasional domestic travel
What benefits do we offer?We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:
- Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
- Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
- Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
- Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs
