Development / Project Engineer (Mechanical) in Danbury
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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDevelopment / Project Engineer (Mechanical)
Location: Danbury, CT
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
We are seeking an experienced Development / Project Engineer (Mechanical) to support the design, development, and lifecycle management of water control valves used in commercial HVAC systems. This role is highly hands-on and owns projects from concept through qualification and production support, working cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, quality, procurement, and global suppliers.
Development / Project Engineer Responsibilities:
- Lead mechanical design, development, and qualification of new and existing HVAC valve products
- Create and maintain 3D CAD models, detailed production drawings, and GD&T
- Select materials and define functional, performance, and reliability requirements
- Coordinate prototyping, testing, analysis, and technical documentation
- Partner with suppliers to improve manufacturability, inspection processes, and end-of-line testing
- Identify and assess technical risks; support mitigation plans throughout the product development lifecycle
- Participate in design reviews, project meetings, and cross-functional engineering discussions
Development / Project Engineer Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 7+ years of mechanical design or product development experience
- Strong proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and engineering drawings
- Experience with manufacturing processes, tooling, and rapid prototyping
- Hands-on testing, validation, and analytical problem-solving experience
- Strong technical documentation and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple engineering projects simultaneously
- Willingness to travel occasionally as needed
Qualifications:
- Experience leading technical projects or acting as a project engineer
- Exposure to SAP, PLM systems, or ECTR (NX CAD experience a plus)
- Background in HVAC systems, valves, actuators, fluid mechanics, or similar products
- Exposure to FEA and/or CFD analysis
- Familiarity with Jira and Confluence
- Foreign skills (German, Italian, or Chinese) are a plus
Why This Role:
- High-impact engineering role within a collaborative design environment
- Ownership of products from concept to production
- Exposure to advanced HVAC technologies and global suppliers
- Long-term career growth in product development and engineering leadership
Apply today to join a team driving innovation in commercial HVAC product development.
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