MPI Design Engineer

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Location:

Calera, AL.

Design Engineer – Valves for Waterworks. Launch your engineering career with real impact – from sketch to shop floor in record time. A recent graduate or early‑career engineer will develop innovative valve solutions for the waterworks industry, seeing designs built and tested in manufacturing.

• Design and develop valves and components using CAD software (e.g., Solid Works, AutoCAD), incorporating fluid dynamics, materials selection, and industry standards.
• Perform calculations, simulations (e.g., flow coefficients/Cv), and analysis to ensure performance, durability, and compliance.
• Collaborate daily with manufacturing teams for design‑for‑manufacturability reviews and rapid prototyping.
• Partner with Sales to understand customer needs, propose optimal solutions, and support custom configurations.
• Participate in testing, validation, and continuous improvement of products on the production floor.
• Document designs, create technical drawings, and contribute to project timelines.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (recent graduates encouraged).
• 0–2 years of professional experience; internships, co‑ops, or capstone projects in design/manufacturing are a plus.
• Proficiency (or eagerness to master) CAD tools, GD&T, and basic FEA/flow simulation.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and a passion for hands‑on engineering.
• Must be comfortable balancing multiple priorities and coordinating various projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication for cross‑team collaboration.
• Familiarity with waterworks standards (e.g., AWWA) is a bonus; training will be provided.

• Experience creating solid models using Solid Works.
• Experience in valve or automotive design.

• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, under pressure and within project deadlines.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and with other McWane divisions.
• Must be able to meet and adhere physical requirements including travel to various MPI locations with appropriate PPE.
• Must have a valid driver license and be eligible for auto insurance coverage.

McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

McWane maintains a drug‑free workplace and reserves the right to perform substance abuse testing as needed.

McWane Plant & Industrial is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. The company's policy is to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or any other legally protected status.

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type:

Full-time

Job Function:
Engineering and Information Technology

Industry: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing