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Doosan Bobcat Staff MBOP Engineer in East Hartford, Connecticut
Staff MBOP Engineer
Last Updated Date: Aug 14, 2024
Location:
East Hartford, CT, US, 06108
Company: HyAxiom
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The Staff MBOP Engineer is responsible for the selection and maintenance of mechanical components utilized within a fuel cell powerplant and/or electrolyzer. The MBOP group (Mechanical Balance of Plant) is responsible for selecting fuel cell components that meet functional requirements. Typical tasks include corresponding with and effectively collaborating with suppliers to enable selection of optimal hardware, generating component specifications from component level requirement documents, working with suppliers to develop custom components when necessary, generating component- level models, running performance tests (e.g. pump head vs. flow) and/or accelerated durability tests, and conducting component-level testing of new or refurbished parts prior to installation into the powerplant. Critical focus on troubleshooting component noncompliance issues discovered in the factory or in the field. Looking for a fully developed professional able to work without direct guidance or direction from others and able to lead groups and teams as may be assigned.
Role & Responsibility
Focus on technical skills of MBOP group on hardware selection, custom component determination, component modeling, building component test rigs and running performance tests, and troubleshooting.
Focus on root cause analysis regarding variance resolution and ensure up to date standard of work documentation.
Proactively identify patterns in conflicting information and constructively resolve.
Generate component specifications from component-level requirement documents, and review prior to formal pursuit.
Share component specifications with potential suppliers to identify suitable Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) component availability or develop suitable parts.
Ensure new componentry has been validated and thoroughly documented prior to production release.
Support the development of suppliers to enable them to meet technical, cost, and delivery targets.
Work with supply chain to initiate, develop and execute component-related cost reductions.
Work seamlessly with others across functional, geographic, and cultural boundaries.
Job Requirement
Knowledge:
Knowledge of technical componentry and process engineering
Ability to develop and maintain effective supplier relationships.
Experience:
Heat exchanger experience.
Experience with electro-mechanical hardware such as pumps, valves, and instrumentation.
Ability to work with a diverse group of technical and business focused individuals, occasionally on a global basis .
Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Education
BS degree with 6-10+ years of experience
MS degree with 4-7+ years of experience
PhD degree with 2-4+ years of experience
Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related degree.
Key Skills
Strong organizational skills
Effective computer skills
Strong focus on teamwork and employee development