Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer of Combustion

Preferred Utilities is a manufacturer and supplier of combustion and fuel oil systems with headquarters in Danbury CT. With over a hundred years as a family run business we offer made in the USA products in all areas of combustion and fuel oil systems.

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to design and test our burner systems products. You will be working on project applications and in the R&D group to continue to lead the industry in innovation.

The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of the principles of engineering including but not limited to fluid dynamics, structural analysis, thermodynamics, and heat transfer. We are a multidisciplinary engineering company, which will require you to learn other traits in order to execute special projects. Experience in combustion systems and renewable fuels is a plus.

What You Will Be Doing

· Work with project managers in execution of projects.

· Engineer combustion systems for commercial and industrial customers based on applicable codes and standards.

· Size and select components for gaseous and liquid fuels.

· Utilize SolidWorks to create 3D models and fabrication drawings.

· Create P&ID schematics based on customer specifications.

· Generate fabrication BOMs using ERP systems.

· Assist field service engineers in burner startups.

· Improvement of existing manufactured products and manufacturing techniques.

· Work with R&D team on new product development.

· Perform new product testing in R&D combustion lab.

· Some travel for meetings and site visits 10%

Basic Requirements

· Minimum of BS in Mechanical Engineering.

· Proficiency in SolidWorks (parts, sheet-metal, assemblies, and drawings).

· Some experience with DraftSight, AutoCAD, or similar for 2D drawings of schematics.

· Capable of using hand tools to build and test products.

· Experience with burners and other combustion equipment is a plus.

· Attention to details.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

· Willing to learn new skills.

· Willing to travel.

· Ability to work efficiently with multiple engineering disciplines.

· Excellent communication and documentation skills.

· Will Train the right Individual.

Benefits:

· 401(k)

· 401(k) matching

· Health insurance

· Health savings account

· Vision insurance

· Dental insurance

· Life insurance

· Paid time off

· Quarterly bonus potential