Mechanical Engineer

Proudly serving the oil and gas industry since 1960, J-W Power Company provides leasing, sales, parts and service of natural gas compression equipment. We are one of the largest privately-owned compression fleet organizations in the United States and a proven industry leader with an impeccable reputation for field service.  Our greatest asset is our culture, our people and the significant role each employee plays in the success of the organization. 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, this position will serves as a liaison between the sales, service groups and the engineering group at the manufacturing facility. This position will also assist in pursuing engineered gas compressor package sales and rentals and provides engineering assistance to the sales and manufacturing groups.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:  may include any or all of the following.  

• Work with sales and engineering to determine the appropriate compressor package for the particular application.
• Based on application, size compressor packages and provide recommendations to engineering on compressor set-up and operational limits.
• Provide technical support, determine project specifications, prepare cost estimates; contribute to the design, development of equipment or redesigns to existing equipment based on the customer’s requirements and performance standards.
• Prepare project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends; recommend actions and act as a “technical liaison” to management and others.
• Research and investigate information concerning compressor packages, which relate to compressor performance.
• Provide educational support to the sales team, customers, and technicians on compressor applications and limits.
• Assist the sales team in the pursuit of international and domestic compression sales.
• Provide support to the Corporate Sales Manager, the Fabrication, Applications, and Engineering Groups.
• Assist the technical services group with providing support for the field service operations.
• Assist providing management with a cost analysis of packaging equipment.
• Assist others in choosing new products to put in the rental fleet.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (COMPETENCY STATEMENTS):

• Proven ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret written information, write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar; vary writing style to meet needs and present numerical data effectively.
• Proven ability to communicate information and ideas with all internal personnel as well as external customers; listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service skills and be able to deal with customers tactfully as well as efficiently and maintain a consistently positive customer service image, frequently under difficult conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize, prioritize and coordinate workload.
• Proven ability to analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems that involve people and machinery.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related discipline is required.

Computer skills:

• Adequate level of proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite Applications.

• Skilled in the use of various types of industry specific software and database systems.

Certifications & Licenses:

• Valid Driver’s License.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

GENERAL STATEMENT:

• This job description is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities.  Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.  The Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform based on business necessity.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT:

• To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus; these requirements can be met with the use of corrective lenses.

O (Occasionally)                     Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 – 2.5 hrs/day)

F (Frequently)                         Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5 hrs/day)

C (Constantly)                         Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)

N (Not Applicable)                 Activity is not applicable to this position

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

BENEFITS STATEMENT:

• Benefits package to include: paid time off, 401(k) plan and company match, medical, prescription, dental and vision, life and disability plans, along with flexible spending accounts, and additional benefit programs.

COMPENSATION STATEMENT:

• Compensation is commensurate with skill level and experience. Position is eligible for annual bonus consideration based on achievement of company performance targets and individual goals.