Design Engineer
Hypertherm

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Plasma Design Engineer

Hypertherm is currently interviewing for a Plasma Design Engineer.

Do you enjoy developing innovative technologies, products and solutions that provide superior value? Do you like to work for a passionate culture of creativity and innovation that rapidly converts ideas into value? Do like to work on all product stages from research and development to design and manufacture, through to installation and integration? If so, come join our growing community of engineers who own close to 500 Global Patents!

As a 100% Associate-owned, global leader in providing advanced industrial cutting solutions, Hypertherm offers a collaborative work environment while promoting empowerment and a positive work-life balance. Check out this video to learn more about what it is like to work at Hypertherm as an Associate-Owner.

As a Design Engineer, you are responsible for:

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  The design and development of plasma cutting systems for Hypertherm's Heavy Industrial Systems and ensuring products meet market/customer requirements
  
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  Evaluation of the performance, safety and reliability of the power supply and related components that support the plasma cutting process (e.g. liquid and air-cooling systems, gas delivery system, torches, leads and other related accessories).
  
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  Component design and selection, including modeling (CFD/FEA) and hands-on engineering tests where you will apply your knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer.
  

Who you are and the experience you will bring:

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  Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 7-10 years of product engineering experience, or equivalent.
  
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  Deep comprehension and hands-on application of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, physics, and heat transfer.
  
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  A passion for discovering creative and cost-effective mechanical designs for fabricated (machined, formed, molded, etc.) parts and assemblies.
  
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  Ability to design, conduct, document and analyze hands-on engineering tests by developing fixtures and component prototyping.
  
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  Proficient with computer-aided design (CAD), finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools.
  
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  Ability to apply Statistical Tools, DOE, FMEA, Design for Assembly/Sustainability, and problem-solving techniques.
  
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  Ability to work with engineering technicians and provide them written and/or verbal guidance.
  
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  Basic engineering instrumentation knowledge such as flow measurements, thermal measurements, oscilloscopes, data acquisition systems/software.
  
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  Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate at all levels of the organization.
  
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  Highly organized and self-motivated with the ability to work within a team environment.
  

Preferred experience to differentiate you:

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  An advanced degree (Masters/PhD) in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related areas is highly desirable.
  
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  Experience developing new products and concepts in coordination with a multi-disciplinary team (marketing, supply chain or other engineering disciplines).
  
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  Experience recommending design changes, cost reductions, warranty/manufacturing improvements.
  
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  Experience working with product life-cycle management (PLM).
  
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  Demonstrated experience with DFMA and ASME Y14.5 GD&T dimensional/tolerance practices.
  
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  Experience leading a technical project or product development process and an understanding of industrial design and commercialization.
  
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  Experience providing technical leadership or mentorship in a team environment.
  
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  Experience working with connected products/data scientists to improve product reliability, cost, and functionality.
  

Location: Hanover, NH (Relocation Assistance Available)

Why join Hypertherm?

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  Collaborative, 100% employee-owned culture
  
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  Profit-Sharing and Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP)
  
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  Four days/year paid Community Service Time
  
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  Strong commitment to Environmental Stewardship
  
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  Stable, growing organization with a no-layoff philosophy
  

Hypertherm is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome all applications. All employment decisions are based on business need, job requirements and our values as an associate-owned company without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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