What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer III position at TFP Tyco Fire Products Lp?
***Preference given to applicants residing in or within a commutable distance from Cranston, RI***
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What We Offer:
Competitive salary
Paid vacation/holidays/sick time - 15 days of vacation first year
Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one!
Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities
Encouraging and collaborative team environment
Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
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What You Will Do:
Johnson Controls is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to join our Water-Based Fire Suppression New Product Introduction (NPI) team at our R&D facility in Cranston, RI. At Cranston’s R&D Center our engineering teams are responsible for the design, development, and certification of fire protection products which aid in life safety and property loss mitigation. This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
How You Will Do It:
Our Mechanical Engineer’s responsibilities include but are not limited to develop water-based fire protection product or system concepts and detailed designs, as advised; prototype generation and testing to international standards; conduct detailed studies to support design decisions; maintain records of design process in accordance with sound design practice and ISO requirements by performing duties directly or through subordinates when so directed.
What We Look For:
Required
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university and 8 years of experience in mechanical engineering, fire protection engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience with design, operation, and testing of mechanical valves.
Experience with rubber and mechanical seals.
Knowledge of fire protection system components such as water flow switches, pressure switches, and supervisory switches.
Analyzes product and equipment specifications to support decisions on initial design direction.
Advises and coordinates prototype efforts.
Compiles and analyzes operational, test, and research data to establish and/or evaluate performance standards and limits for new or existing products.
Plans, develops, conducts, and coordinates experimental test programs.
Conducts feasibility, cost, optimization, stress, fluids, and thermal analyses.
Provides technical information concerning manufacturing and/or processing techniques, materials, properties, and process advantages and limitations which affect plant and product engineering planning.
Confers with research personnel and other technical functions as the need arises to clarify and resolve problems and develop designs.
Maintains a solid understanding of general industry and specific agency approval requirements, to ensure compliance is maintained in designs.
Prepares and advises others in the preparation of design layouts, detailed drawings, and specifications.
Stays on top of the company’s product offerings, within the area of involvement, to support decisions on initial design direction.
Preferred
CAD experience
Self-directed; able to strategize on test plans without established protocols; strong timely and quality project delivery.
Able to apply fundamental engineering theories, mathematics, mechanics, and physical science concepts to the job.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment, good written and oral communications skills, flexibility, and adaptability to changing situations.
Ability to write reports and convey detailed technical information.
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