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HUNT VALVE

Hunt Valve - Welding Engineer

Salem, OH · On-site

$29.75 - $41/hr

The Engineering Department is responsible for valve design, production engineering, and project management activities. Engineering provides support to other departments including Purchasing ...

HUNT VALVE

Hunt Valve - Welding Engineer

Salem, OH

$29.75 - $41/hr

The Engineering Department is responsible for valve design, production engineering, and project management activities. Engineering provides support to other departments including Purchasing ...

AVTC Group

Sr Project Engineer

Springfield, NJ · On-site

Valve design and electrical component training is a definite plus. Five years' design experience of fluid flow components including minimum three years of valve design in nuclear industry, with a ...

Bray International

Sr. Valve Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$99K - $137K/yr

As we continue our growth and maintain our competitive edge, we are seeking a talented Senior Valve Design Engineer to join our dynamic team in Houston, Texas. This role offers an exciting ...

Bray Architects

Sr. Valve Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$99K - $137K/yr

As we continue our growth and maintain our competitive edge, we are seeking a talented Senior Valve Design Engineer to join our dynamic team in Houston, Texas. This role offers an exciting ...

HUNT VALVE

Hunt Valve Manufacturing Engineer

Salem, OH

$60K - $78K/yr

The Engineering Department is responsible for valve design, production engineering, and project management activities. Engineering provides support to other departments including Purchasing ...

HUNT VALVE

Hunt Valve Manufacturing Engineer

Salem, OH

$60K - $78K/yr

The Engineering Department is responsible for valve design, production engineering, and project management activities. Engineering provides support to other departments including Purchasing ...

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How much do valve design jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for valve design in the United States is $128,257.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $110,000.00 and $144,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is valve design?

Valve design refers to the engineering process of creating valves, which are mechanical devices used to control the flow and pressure of liquids, gases, or slurries within a system. This process involves selecting appropriate materials, determining the type and size of valve needed, and ensuring that the valve meets performance, safety, and regulatory requirements. Valve designers use principles of fluid dynamics, material science, and mechanical engineering to develop valves that are reliable, efficient, and suitable for specific industrial applications. Modern valve design often incorporates computer-aided design (CAD) software and simulation tools to optimize performance and durability.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in valve design, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in valve design often encounter challenges such as meeting strict industry standards, ensuring reliability under diverse operating conditions, and balancing cost-effectiveness with performance. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams—such as mechanical, materials, and manufacturing engineers—is essential to address these issues. Staying current with technological advancements and regularly reviewing industry codes can help professionals proactively identify and solve potential problems, ensuring that designs are both innovative and compliant.

What is the difference between Valve Design vs Valve Manufacturing?

AspectValve DesignValve Manufacturing
Primary FocusCreating and developing valve concepts, drawings, and specificationsProducing valves based on design specifications, including assembly and quality control
Required SkillsCAD, engineering principles, material selectionManufacturing processes, machining, assembly techniques
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, engineering labsFactories, production lines
CertificationsEngineering degrees, CAD certificationsManufacturing certifications, quality standards

Valve Design focuses on creating new valve concepts and detailed drawings, while Valve Manufacturing involves producing and assembling valves according to those designs. Both roles require technical skills, but differ in their primary activities and work environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Valve Design Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Valve Design Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical engineering, proficiency in fluid mechanics, and experience with valve technologies, usually supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD software (such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD), finite element analysis (FEA) tools, and industry standards like ASME is essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you excel in team settings and when working with clients. These skills ensure the development of safe, efficient, and reliable valve solutions that meet industry requirements and project specifications.
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Infographic showing various Valve Design job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $128,257 per year, or $61.7 per hour.
Hunt Valve - Welding Engineer

Hunt Valve - Welding Engineer

HUNT VALVE

Salem, OH • On-site

$29.75 - $41/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Hunt Valve Company has been manufacturing shipboard valves for naval customers for decades. The Engineering Department is responsible for valve design, production engineering, and project management activities. Engineering provides support to other departments including Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Quality. Candidates will possess a moderate degree of business awareness along with a passion for the engineering discipline. We offer a unique working environment that allows a hands-on engineering professional to develop and grow their technical skills and business acumen and support critical naval defense activities for domestic shipyards as well as international allies.
The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Essential Job Functions:
  • This position requires the ability to understand the technical requirements of our Naval customers and to implement engineering solutions to meet these demands.
  • Reviews and executes product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, and customer requirements.
  • Coordinates activities with in-house manufacturing shop personnel and our outside vendor base concerned with technical developments, scheduling and resolving engineering design and test problems.
  • Development of new weld process tests, mockups, and ownership of process through design, fabrication, testing, and customer review
  • Qualify new vendors and establish sound working relationships.
  • Evaluates and approves design changes, specifications and drawing releases.
  • Develop working knowledge of Hunt Valve Company products and industry requirements. This will include mechanical drafting work and an "apprentice" program in the manufacturing shop environment.
  • Perform root cause analysis of welding defects and provide corrective actions and solutions.

Qualifications & Required Skills:
  • Ability to communicate clearly to peers, management, customers, and vendors. Robust written and verbal communication capabilities are both a must.
  • Knowledge of industry welding standards (e.g., AWS, ASME) with preference for Naval welding standards
  • Proficiency in 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD
  • Familiarity with ANSI drawing standards and geometric tolerancing
  • Applied attention to detail in order to review work of peers such as checking drawings, customer contract reviews, technical proposals, etc.
  • Ability to self-manage work in an environment of numerous competing tasks, including wherewithal to ask for help when needed.
  • Familiarity with Non-Destructive testing (NDT) and other manufacturing and inspection aspects are preferred.

Experience Requirements:
  • 1-5 Years (5+ preferred) in a Manufacturing/Engineering Environment.
  • Familiarity with welding of frequently used materials for Naval applications, such as CuNi, Monel, Stainless Steel, Nickel-Aluminum and other Bronzes etc.
  • Practical experience with GTAW, GTAW-HW, GMAW-P & PAW welding processes.
  • Robotic operation and programming (preferred).
  • Welding automation development and operation (preferred).

Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or related Engineering field from an accredited institution. Preference given to candidates with a Weld engineering degree or demonstrated welding focus of study.

Note: This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of US Citizenship is a US Passport, US Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate.
This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Fairbanks Morse Defense.

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