Mechanical Design Engineer III

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied hydrogen (LH2), and industrial gases industries. Applications include fueling stations, marine engines, peak shaving, power generation, virtual pipelines, carbon capture, geothermal power and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with $1.5 B USD in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Responsible for end-to-end development of centrifugal and reciprocating pumps including concept design, 3D modeling, first article development, casting/machining validation, supplier qualification, and product testing. Ensures compliance with ISO, ASME, API, marine class standards while driving product quality and manufacturability.

 - Lead pump product development across concept, feasibility, design, prototyping, testing, and launch.
- Prepare/review design documents including drawings, BOMs, specifications, P&IDs, manuals.
- Select tolerances, assembly methods, special tools, repair procedures.
- Plan and execute first article development for cast and machined pump components.
- Validate casting/machining processes through audits, inspections, and supplier development.
- Ensure compliance with API, ASME, ISO,, DNV, ABS, Lloyd’s, PED and other standards.
- Coordinate cross‑functional teams for new part introduction, cost optimization, and process improvements.

- Develop centrifugal and reciprocating pumps including cryogenic/marine applications.
- Perform CAD modeling, calculations, engineering documentation, and validation planning.
- Drive supplier qualification, approval, audits, and continuous improvement.
- Execute first article inspection, review non‑conformities, and approve components.
- Support testing – functional, reliability, durability – and analyze results.
- Collaborate with Sourcing, Quality, Manufacturing, R&D and customers.
- Mentor junior engineers in design, development, and casting/machining practices.

Authorities:

- Approve technical drawings, specifications, and first article reports.
- Recommend supplier approvals/rejections based on process capability.
- Drive engineering decisions related to pump design, materials, tolerances, and processes.
- Escalate quality or supplier issues affecting product performance or delivery.

Supervisory Responsibility:

May mentor and guide junior engineers; no direct reporting staff.

Work Environment:

Office, shop‑floor, and supplier manufacturing locations. Exposure to machining, casting foundries, assembly/testing areas, and inspection facilities.

Physical Demands:

May require standing during inspections, factory visits, handling components for review, and participating in pump testing activities.

Education, Experience and Skills:

- Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Mechanical/Production Engineering.
- 5–11 years in pump product development, casting/machining, and first article activities.
- Strong CAD (SolidWorks), P&ID, mechanical design calculation proficiency.
- Knowledge of casting, forging, machining, tolerances, and pressure‑containing components.
- Experience with ISO 9001, ASME, API, marine class rules (DNV, ABS, Lloyd’s).
- Supplier qualification, audits, value engineering, process validation.

Other Duties:

Perform other engineering or development duties as assigned to support organisational goals.