Senior / Applications Engineer in Warrington

In more than 100 years of service to the gas compression industry, Cook Compression has pioneered technology developments in sealing, valves and materials and amassed unrivaled expertise. Our proficiency includes the machinery as well as the applications encountered in refining, petrochemical, gas gathering and processing, pipeline, air separation, chemical and industrial operations. Our engineering teams consist of compression industry specialists and include a number of engineers with compressor OEM experience. This allows us to analyze the performance and reliability of your entire compressor not just the components.

Cook Compression is part of Dover Precision Components, an integrated provider of performance-critical solutions for rotating and reciprocating machinery and an operating company within Dover Corporations Pumps & Process Solutions segment. Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services.

*Please Note: We are open to supporting relocation both within the UK and for EU nationals who possess the required product experience for this specific position. Work can also be performed on a hybrid basis, following initial training period.

As the Applications Engineer for Cook Compression, you will be focused on supporting our customers and services business, catering for Industrial, Reciprocating Compressor operators, typically within the Natural Gas gathering, processing & transmission sectors, along with the Petro/Chem & Hydrogen processing sectors. You will be responsible for the engineering and design content for proposals and projects within Europe for the supply of new upgraded or replacement components, such as compressor valves, pistons, rods, rings, riders, wipers and packing cases.

The Applications Engineer is the primary liaison for the customer, interpreting the specifications, data and design requirements in order to produce an effective engineered component or system solution. This role also researches, addresses and resolves customer technical matters using standard quality practices and tools including 8D and problem-solving techniques. This role assists and instructs the Design Team with the checking of assembly drawings for accuracy of design intent and application specific information.

What You Will Do:

• Analyse product designs utilizing Dover Precision Components (DPC) tools and practices, interpret results and determine optimum solution to the customers problem.
• Prepare technical information for new projects to customers specifications.
• Develop close working relationships with key customers technical contacts, ensuring that business opportunities are recognized and responded to appropriately at an early stage.
• Work closely with Cook Compression Service and Service Partners, assessing new service work, developing solutions, creating drawings and writing engineering service reports.
• Interpret designs, assist / instruct the Design team, perform all engineering calculations, examine specifications, expedite and process engineering changes.
• As appropriate create 3D models and associated 2D drawings to support proposals and project development.
• Be accountable for the successful completion of engineering projects.
• Participate and lead client/contractor meetings, resolving client issues.
• Ensure effective liaison within larger Engineering department, and ability to build consistently high engineering standards.
• Interest and curiosity in precision engineering, reciprocating compressors and product improvements that drive relevant industry development.
• Support engineering process development and design for manufacturability through specific assignments as required.
• Customize training to specific needs of audience for both internal and external customers.

Required profile:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• A minimum of 3 years of post-graduate, full-time relevant work experience in an engineered product environment, either with reciprocating compressors, or high-speed rotating equipment such as turbines / pumps / compressors / generators / motors or gearboxes.
• Strong understanding of Engineering Principles and design practices including CFD, FEAD.
• Demonstrated ability to create ideas and develop solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Experience in surveying and reverse engineering components using precision instrumentation and metrology.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to interface and network with customers and larger industry professionals.
• Working knowledge of 2D/3D CAD Systems.
• Familiarity with design for manufacturability and key factors that control the form, fit, and function of a compressor.
• Ability and willingness to travel 15-20% as required, potentially internationally.

What we offer:

Dover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered under Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China.

We are diligent in recognizing our employees needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are.