HV - Mechanical Engineer (Finance)
Mechanical Engineer - Hunt Valve Company (A Fairbanks Morse Defense Company)
Location: Salem, Ohio
Join a legacy of excellence in naval engineering. For decades, Hunt Valve Company has proudly manufactured shipboard valves for our U.S. Navy and allied naval customers. As a key part of Fairbanks Morse Defense, our mission is to support critical defense applications with precision-engineered solutions.
Our Engineering Department plays a central role in this mission, leading valve design, production engineering, and project management. This team also provides essential cross-functional support to departments like Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Quality.
We're looking for a hands-on engineering professional with a passion for mechanical design and a moderate level of business acumen. If you're eager to apply your technical skills in a dynamic environment while supporting national and global defense operations, this role offers an excellent opportunity to grow.
What You'll Do (Essential Job Functions)
- Understand and interpret technical requirements from Naval customers and implement effective engineering solutions.
- Review and execute product designs to ensure compliance with engineering principles, company standards, and customer specifications.
- Collaborate closely with in-house manufacturing and a broad network of external vendors to resolve technical, scheduling, and testing challenges.
- Qualify new vendors and foster strong working relationships to support production needs.
- Evaluate and approve design changes, specifications, and drawing releases with attention to detail and engineering accuracy.
- Develop deep technical knowledge of Hunt Valve products and the broader defense industry, including mechanical drafting and hands-on experience in the shop through our "apprentice" program.
What You Bring (Key Skills)
- Clear and confident communication with peers, leadership, customers, and suppliers—strong verbal and written skills are essential.
- Proficiency in 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
- Familiarity with ANSI drawing standards and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
- Strong attention to detail for reviewing drawings, proposals, and technical documentation.
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities independently, while knowing when to seek support.
- Preferred knowledge of non-destructive testing (NDT) and other manufacturing/inspection techniques.
What You Need (Job Requirements)
- Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or a related Engineering field from an accredited institution.
- Experience: 1-5 years (5+ preferred) in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
Why Join Hunt Valve?
We offer a collaborative environment where engineers are empowered to own their work, develop their skills, and make an impact. Our benefits include:
- Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Educational reimbursement for continued growth
As a U.S. government contractor, employment is contingent upon passing a hair follicle drug screening and background check.
Important Security Note
This position requires access to or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NOFORN), which is not releasable to foreign nationals. Therefore, candidates must provide proof of U.S. citizenship (U.S. Passport, Birth Certificate, or Naturalization Certificate) and attest to not holding dual citizenship.
Hunt Valve is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment and ensuring that all team members can contribute meaningfully to our mission.
