About the Role
Job Summary We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Innovation Engineer to develop innovative designs and technologies for High Performance Butterfly Valves (HPBV). The candidate will be responsible for developing new product concepts, improving existing designs, and ensuring product performance, reliability, and safety. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and implementation of new technologies and concepts for High Performance Butterfly Valves. Develop innovative product designs based on customer and market requirements. Improve existing valve designs to enhance performance, reliability, and safety. Convert new concepts into detailed designs and guide products through prototyping, testing, and production. Perform engineering calculations, simulations, design verification, and risk assessments. Select suitable materials, coatings, and manufacturing methods. Establish engineering best practices and design procedures. Collaborate with design, testing, simulation, materials, manufacturing, and marketing teams. Mentor and guide other engineers in product development projects. Mandatory Skills & Experience Minimum 15 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience. Minimum 5 years of experience in the industrial valve industry. Strong experience in mechanical design, machine design, and new product development (NPD). Knowledge of pressure-retaining materials, material coatings, and wear mechanisms. Experience in material selection and manufacturing processes. Knowledge of modern manufacturing technologies, such as additive manufacturing and advanced machining. Hands-on experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, or AutoCAD. Experience with engineering tools such as GD&T, DFMEA, QFD, DFM/DFA, and Six Sigma. Knowledge of international valve standards, including API, ASME, EN, ISO, and BS standards. Experience with valve design and certification standards such as API 609, ASME B16.34, EN 12516, API 607, and ISO 15848. Educational Qualification Advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in Mechanical Engineering. Preferred Skills Experience in developing High Performance Butterfly Valves (HPBV). Experience in product innovation, design optimization, and prototype testing. Experience working with global teams and in a matrix organization. Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Willingness to travel to global business locations as required. Key Requirements Total Experience: 15+ years. Industrial Valve Experience: Minimum 5 years. Qualification: Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering. Communication: Fluent in written and spoken English. Work Environment: Comfortable working with global teams and flexible hours when required. Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate should have extensive mechanical design and new product development experience, with at least five years in the industrial valve industry. Candidates with expertise in butterfly valve design, international valve standards, material selection, and product innovation will be preferred.