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Magnum Venus Products (MVP) is a global manufacturer of fluid movement and production solutions for industrial applications in composites and adhesives markets. MVP collaborates with its customers to offer tailored production solutions to meter, mix, dispense, and apply materials. For over 80 years, MVP has been a leading equipment provider for the marine, infrastructure, pool and bath, oil & gas, transportation, aerospace, and wind industries.

As a family-owned business, MVP serves its customers and communities with integrity and respect to create a better experience. Our same core values with which the company was founded on 80 years ago continue to guide us today as we create a better experience for our employees, customers, and communities.

MVP proudly offers a competitive medical (partially Company-paid), dental, vision, life and disability plan; 401k retirement plan with a 3% match; Paid Time Off (starting at 13 days per year); 9 Company-paid holidays; 2 Floating holidays.

Job Summary: Magnum Venus Products (MVP) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support R&D initiatives, product improvements, and engineering documentation updates in our Motion Division. MVP Motion Engineering designs custom manufacturing equipment for the composites industry. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical design experience, a passion for hands-on problem solving, and the ability to collaborate closely with manufacturing, R&D, and product management teams to bring concepts from design through production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and support research and development projects, from concept generation to prototype build and testing.
• Identify, design, and implement product improvements to enhance reliability, performance, and manufacturability.
• Create and maintain detailed 3D models and engineering drawings in accordance with MVP standards.
• Partner with the internal machine shop and production teams to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and optimized for manufacturability.
• Conduct design reviews, tolerance analyses, and root cause investigations for product issues.
• Support engineering change requests (ECRs) and documentation updates through MVP’s PLM/ERP systems.
• Participate in prototype testing, data collection, and validation reporting for new and improved products.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product Management, Operations, and Quality to ensure successful implementation of design changes and new product introductions.
• Assist in vendor communication and component selection, particularly for mechanical and fluid handling components.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design.
• Proficiency with CAD software (Autodesk Inventor & AutoCAD preferred) and mechanical drawing standards.
• Proficiency with product data management software and best practices (Autodesk Vault preferred)
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes (machining, welding, assembly, etc.) and GD&T principles.
• Experience collaborating with machine shops and understanding of design-for-manufacturability (DFM) best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and in team settings.
• Experience in pumping, metering, or fluid dispensing systems. (Preferred)
• Experience with linear motion systems including gear reducers, chain drives, rack & pinion drives, and ball screws. (Preferred)
• Familiarity with pneumatic and hydraulic systems. (Preferred)
• Exposure to prototype testing, data analysis, and experimental design. (Preferred)

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing computer-aided design work, testing, and documentation.
• Regularly required to use hands and fingers to operate tools, computer equipment, and handle components.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and move objects up to 40 pounds occasionally (prototype parts, test fixtures, or small assemblies).
• Capable of bending, reaching, and walking throughout the facility, including the engineering lab and machine shop areas.
• Periodic exposure to manufacturing environments with noise, moving machinery, and airborne particulates; appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided and required.
• Ability to visually inspect components and drawings for accuracy and quality.

Magnum Venus Products, Inc. is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship. Magnum Venus Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer