Faremouth & Company

Overview

This is a hands-on Design Engineer position focused on designing custom packaged pump systems. The role requires a strong understanding of mechanical systems and involves extensive use of SolidWorks to create practical designs that can be fabricated and assembled.

Responsibilities

• Design custom packaged pump stations and modular pump houses
• Develop detailed 3D models and assemblies using SolidWorks
• Convert P&IDs, specifications, and equipment submittals into complete mechanical and piping layouts
• Route suction and discharge piping while accounting for fabrication, maintenance access, equipment clearances, and system requirements
• Integrate pumps, motors, valves, piping, instrumentation, HVAC, electrical panels, and controls into packaged systems
• Create fabrication, assembly, and piping drawings
• Design pipe supports, equipment supports, brackets, and fabricated components
• Review vendor drawings and equipment submittals
• Develop accurate bills of materials
• Identify design conflicts before production
• Work directly with fabrication and assembly personnel to resolve design and manufacturing issues
• Update designs based on approved shop changes and manufacturing feedback
• Help improve standard designs and CAD libraries

Requirements

• Strong understanding of fabrication methods, including welding, machining, and assembly
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar 3D mechanical design software
• Ability to read and understand P&IDs, mechanical drawings, equipment submittals, and technical specifications
• Working knowledge of mechanical equipment, piping, pumps, valves, or industrial systems
• Experience creating detailed fabrication or manufacturing drawings
• Ability to think in three dimensions and coordinate complex equipment layouts
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple custom projects
• Willingness to work directly with manufacturing personnel and spend time on the shop floor