Development Engineer

Watts Water Technologies

The Role

Overview

Design and develop commercial water heaters and boilers from concept to production.

Key Responsibilities

  • product design
  • prototype testing
  • control development
  • risk assessment
  • product training
  • lab interface

Tasks

-Interface with third party test labs during product certification and follow-up efforts -Provide training on new products to manufacturing, customer service, and sales -Design, develop, certify and introduce gas, heat pump, electric and indirect water heaters and boilers. -Test and confirm products comply with appropriate safety, performance standards -Identify and assess safety and technical risks -Participate in controls (hardware/firmware/algorithm) development and application -Develop and apply controls (hardware/firmware/algorithm) -Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by Sr Manager Development Engineering or Company management. -Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees. -Design, fabricate and test prototype water heaters and boilers -Present test results and project updates to management -Create work instructions, test plans, assembly drawings to instruct test or assembly personnel -Trouble shoot field problems, provide critical communication to service personnel, installing contractors, inspectors, and engineers as needed -Direct test technicians or line personnel to fabricate and test prototypes, components

Requirements

  • pressure vessel
  • bsme
  • sheet metal
  • 3d cad
  • electronic controls
  • leadership

What You Bring

-Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment. -Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include, but is not limited to, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses. -Travel Requirements: 20% or less -Documented experience leading team or work projects -Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods. -Ability to communicate clearly with management and coworkers, particularly in meetings or phone calls. -Ability to push and pull up to 25 pounds. -Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers. -Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. -Ability to stand for long periods of time. -Ability to read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks. -1+ years' experience and knowledge of pressure vessel design -Must possess a valid driver’s license -Punctuality and dependability. -Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions. -Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods. -Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts. -Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship -Ability to physically move around manufacturing floor. -BSME/BSEE, BS Engineering Technology -Ability to physically move around the office, organize or transport files, packages, or other office-related materials. -Ability to occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment. -2+ years' experience in design of sheet metal components -2+ Years experience creating CAD drawings, experience in 3D CAD -1+ years' experience electronic controls and electromechanical devices -Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable. -Ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers.

Benefits

-Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience -Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave -Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs -10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off -Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement -Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits

The Company

About Watts Water Technologies

-A global leader in providing safe water, energy efficiency, and environmental sustainability solutions. -Specializes in innovative water control, flow, and safety devices, emphasizing reliability. -Serves residential, commercial, and industrial sectors across various regions. -Solutions are widely used in plumbing, heating, cooling, and industrial processes. -Involved in water management systems, energy-saving technologies, and water conservation solutions.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Commercial

Plumbing

Heating

Water Quality

Water Purification

Radiant Heat

Flow Control

Backflow Prevention

Drainage

Water Conservation

Water Safety

Energy Efficient Heating

Hydronic Systems

Water Filtration

Plumbing & Heating

Water Infrastructure

Water Resource Management

Water Systems Regulation

Water Technologies

Water Flow Management

Water Treatment

Visa Sponsorship

-no visa sponsorship; candidate must be authorized to work in the united states.

Security Clearance

-must successfully complete background checks and required pre‑employment testing.