Rotational Engineer

JOB SUMMARY

This is an entry level engineering rotational program in the Mixing Solutions Early Career Development Program at SPX FLOW. SPX FLOW’s Mixing Solutions business unit is the world leader in fluid mixing equipment that plays a vital role in the creation of polymers and specialty chemicals, precious metals and critical minerals, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, as well as food and beverages that drive our modern world forward.

The Early Career Development Program at SPX FLOW Rochester is a premier entry point into the organization. We hire the best and most talented recent graduates and provide the experiences, training, and support to build our future leaders. Our 2-year program is designed to develop and grow early career talent through broad exposure to different facets of the business. Through multiple roles, value-add projects, mentors, and focused-development, the program provides cohesive, in-depth experiences to launch a fulfilling and successful career at SPX FLOW.

This program provides extensive exposure to Mixing Solutions senior leadership team. At the conclusion of each rotation (four, 6-month rotations), and completion of the 2-year program, you will have the opportunity to present an overview of your work to senior leaders at the company, including the president of our business unit. These rotations will provide you with a “Big Picture” view of our company while at the same time offering hands-on experiences that aim to sharpen your technical and leadership skills.

Potential rotations & jobs after successful program completion:

Applications Engineer

Aftermarket Engineer

Project Engineer

Product Development Engineer

Research Engineer

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Product Manager

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Strong verbal and written communication skills with a variety of different audiences.

Strong organizational skills / intrapersonal skills, pro-active mindset, self-starter.

Problem solving and analytical skills.

Able to articulate and present ideas, concepts, and product demonstrations in front of a large group of people.

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Proficiency in computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Willingness to occasionally travel to customer sites or other SPX Flow locations throughout the Americas when needed.

Desire to grow into a future technical or people leader.

Excellent teamwork skills, organizational competency and the ability to prioritize.

Solid mathematical skills including the ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, etc. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Strong mechanical aptitude. Knowledge of installation, operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment (if applicable to your degree).

Ability to read and generate engineering drawings, process flow diagrams, and P&IDs (if applicable to your degree).

Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts and fluid dynamics to properly size equipment (if applicable to your degree).

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

To meet the basic qualification for this role, you will require legal authorization to work permanently in the country where you apply without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. The role will be located at our factory in Rochester, NY. In addition, to be a good fit for the rotation program, you have the following:

Bachelor's degree (B.S.) or higher from four-year college or university

Mechanical, or other related Engineering fields.

Willingness to travel to other locations for periods of time not to exceed 6 months.

Pay: $80,000/YR

COMPETENCIES

Aligning Performance for Success

Focusing and guiding others in accomplishing work objectives.

Building a Successful Team

Using appropriate methods and a flexible interpersonal style to help build a cohesive team; facilitating the completion of team goals.

Building Trust

Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization.

Coaching and Developing Others

Providing feedback, instruction, and development guidance to help others excel in their current or future job responsibilities; planning and supporting the development of individual skills and responsibilities.

Communication

Clearly and succinctly conveying information and ideas to individuals and groups in a variety of situations; communicating in a focused and compelling way that drives others’ thoughts and actions. Engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.

Continuous Improvement

Originating action to improve existing conditions and processes; identifying improvement opportunities; generating ideas, and implementing solutions.

Continuous Learning

Actively identifying new ideas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through their application.

Customer Focus

Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and own organization’s needs.

Delegating Responsibility

Allocating decision-making authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate others to maximize the organization’s and individuals’ effectiveness.

Facilitating Change

Encouraging others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities; facilitating the implementation and acceptance of change within the workplace.

Gaining Commitment

Using appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas and plans; modifying one’s own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations, and individuals involved.

Planning and Organizing

Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working conditions are normal for an office and/or client site workshop or warehousing facility. The noise level in the work environment is moderately quiet, however local and client sites can be unpredictable and associated safety equipment should be worn accordingly.

SPX FLOW VALUES

SPX FLOW employees are expected to behave in accordance with our company values as outlined below.

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QUALITY

Quality encompasses all aspects of SPX FLOW’s business, and every employee shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to products, processes, and the quality systems. All employees have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and through designed channels, initiate and recommend solutions.

DISCLAIMER

SPX FLOW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.