Applications Engineer

Cook Compression

have over 100 years of history in the gas compression industry, pioneering technology developments and being renowned for the quality and reliability of their product range and services, which include an array of reciprocating compressor components, along with services and systems to install, control, monitor, maintain and repair them.

Our in-house engineering teams design each solution to the specific operating conditions, applying sophisticated modeling, computational fluid dynamics, finite element analysis, valve dynamics simulation and advanced materials expertise to extend maintenance intervals and optimize performance

Located in Pearland, TX, Cook are part of the Dover Precision Components who are an integrated provider of performance-critical solutions for rotating and reciprocating machinery.

The Applications Engineer is responsible for the engineering and design content of projects & customer proposals. They perform all engineering calculations, expedite and process engineering changes. Have direct liaison with customers on technical matters as well as the development of products for customer projects. Are responsible for interpreting design requirements and specifications and develop those into an engineered solution.

- A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent required, a Master’s Degree is ideally preferred.

- Over 5 years of post-graduate work experience, involving performing mechanical engineering calculations to determine product specifications for reciprocating or rotating equipment components.

- A good level of experience in conducting Root Cause Analysis – RCA.

- Familiarity with 3D CAD & strong computer skills.

- A strong understanding of Engineering Principles and design practices.

- Experience creating project charters, roadmaps, project management, and CapEx is preferred.

- Ability to interface with customers, sales staff, NPD, and manufacturing.

- A familiarity with the impact of the manufacturing process on the key factors that control the form, fit, and function.

- Leadership potential / ability.

What You Will Do

- Analyze product designs utilizing Dover Precision Components (DPC) tools and practices, interpret results and determine optimum solution to the customers’ problem. Prepare technical information for new projects to customers’ specifications.

- Develop close working relationships with key customers’ technical contacts, ensuring that business opportunities are recognized and responded to appropriately at an early stage. Significant customer interaction with respect to the engineering and management of projects, pre and post contract, for assigned accounts.

- Interpret designs, assist / instruct the Design team, perform all engineering calculations, examine specifications, expedite and process engineering changes.

- Accountable for the successful completion of engineering projects

- Assist in the preparation of engineering project proposals

- Participating in client/contractor meetings and resolving client/engineering and management project issues

- Ensure effective liaison within the Engineering group to build and maintain consistently high engineering standards and to drive relevant product development

- Support engineering process development and design for manufacturability efforts through specific assignments as directed by Engineering Management

- Lead compressor and compressor part training seminars at customer and/or internal sites or virtually as needed and be able to fine-tune the training to the specific needs of the audience.

What You Will Receive

At Dover Precision Components, we value the talent and experience of our team members and their role in the success of our business by offering competitive pay, and an industry leading benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, 401K contribution plan, life insurance, employee discount programs and more.

Our dedication to cultivating a diverse work force is foundational to our inclusive culture and reflected in our core company value of “respect and value people” which serves as a guidepost for our DEI efforts. Our customers win through the innovation that is realized when our team members unique skills and expertise are allowed to flourish and grow. It is through our DEI efforts that we can continue our growth trajectory, while maintaining our market leadership and driving overall company success.

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of approximately $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 25,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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