ITT is a leading manufacturer of critical components for harsh environments that serves fast-growing end markets in flow, aerospace and defense, energy and transportation. Building on our heritage of innovation, we partner with our customers to deliver solutions to the key industries that underpin our modern way of life.
Headquartered in Stamford, CT, we have more than 11,700 employees globally with operations in ~40 countries and sales in more than 125. At our core is our engineering DNA, with 1,280+ engineers, 1,700+ active global patents and ~51 manufacturing locations.
Our businesses are organized in three distinct segments, each based around our core engineering DNA:
Industrial Process: A global leader in centrifugal and twin-screw pumps and engineered valves for chemical, energy, mining, and industrial applications. Our leading brands include the iconic Goulds Pumps (with more than 175 years of history), Bornemann, Habonim, Engineered Valves, Rheinhütte Pumpen and Svanehøj.
Motion Technologies: A global leader in brake pads (ICE and electrified brake pads) and shock absorbers (energy absorption solutions) for transportation applications. Our leading brands include Friction Technologies, KONI and Axtone.
Connect and Control Technologies: A leader in critical applications for the aerospace, defense and industrial markets, including harsh environment connectors and control components. Our leading brands include ITT Cannon, Enidine, Aerospace Controls and kSARIA.
PURPOSE OF POSITION: |
Responsible for Global Performance Test Engineering for the Industrial Process centrifugal pump group to ensure high quality and consistency in global performance test operations. |
SCOPE AND MAGNITUDE | MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS |
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· Coach, train, and mentor global engineering and test personnel. · Review results of pump performance tests and discuss results with internal and external stakeholders. · Compile accurate global data on 1st pass test yield and lead improvement initiatives with Design Centers. · Provide 2nd line troubleshooting support for pump test failures · Lead standardization of the company’s global test programs, test standards, test data, and standard work instructions. · Provide leadership and technical support in designing and improving test capability of Global IP test facilities. · Up to 50% Travel, Domestic and International | Education: BS Engineering in Mechanical Eng. and/or Electrical Eng. Experience: 5+ years of experience in the testing of pumps or equivalent Skills/knowledge: · Knowledge of the testing and troubleshooting of centrifugal pumps (vibration & hydraulic) · Knowledge of test instrumentation, measurement & setup (Head, Flow, Power, Temperature, Vibration, Displacement) · Knowledge of a programming language (Labview & Visual Studio preferred) · Knowledge of calibration process/procedures · Interpersonal, communication, project management & VBLSS skills. · Knowledge of pump manufacturing processes. · Knowledge of industry test standards including API, ANSI, ISO, HI, etc. · Creativity (i.e. the ability to approach problems in non-traditional fashion). · Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities. · Ability to identify barriers to success and find solutions working across the organization. · Effective written and verbal communication. |
Coach, train, and mentor global engineering and test personnel.
· Review results of pump performance tests and discuss results with internal and external stakeholders.
· Compile accurate global data on 1st pass test yield and lead improvement initiatives with Design Centers.
· Provide 2nd line troubleshooting support for pump test failures
· Lead standardization of the company’s global test programs, test standards, test data, and standard work instructions.
· Provide leadership and technical support in designing and improving test capability of Global IP test facilities.
· Up to 50% Travel, Domestic and International
Education: BS Engineering in Mechanical Eng. and/or Electrical Eng.
Experience: 5+ years of experience in the testing of pumps or equivalent
Skills/knowledge:
· Knowledge of the testing and troubleshooting of centrifugal pumps (vibration & hydraulic)
· Knowledge of test instrumentation, measurement & setup (Head, Flow, Power, Temperature, Vibration, Displacement)
· Knowledge of a programming language (Labview & Visual Studio preferred)
· Knowledge of calibration process/procedures
· Interpersonal, communication, project management & VBLSS skills.
· Knowledge of pump manufacturing processes.
· Knowledge of industry test standards including API, ANSI, ISO, HI, etc.
· Creativity (i.e. the ability to approach problems in non-traditional fashion).
· Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities.
· Ability to identify barriers to success and find solutions working across the organization.
· Effective written and verbal communication.