Principal Engineer

3 days ago


Reston, Virginia, United States CIRCOR International, Inc. Full time
Job Title: Principal Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Engineer to join our team at CIRCOR International, Inc. in Corona, California. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for designing and developing innovative solutions for complex fluid controls and actuation products.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead technical proposals by providing engineering deliverables such as technical volumes, compliance matrices, risk registers, and work breakdown structures.
  • Provide initial technical feasibility for all new fluid controls and actuation proposals.
  • Communicate effectively with all layers of the organization and external customers.
  • Develop and implement training programs for engineering team members.
  • Mentor and guide the growth of the engineering team to drive innovation and excellence.
  • Guide the engineering team through formal technical reviews with suppliers, customers, and other functions within the organization.
  • Review and approve technical drawings and documentation through the Change Control Board.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to engineering and production teams.
  • Design and develop new and innovative solutions for complex fluid controls and actuation proposals.
  • Efficiently design new products using multidomain simulation software.
  • Continuously improve technical knowledge by reviewing technical publications, attending workshops, and participating in technical trainings.
  • Provide expert-level technical design and analysis assistance to design teams.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering, and 10+ years of relevant experience.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
  • Experience in non-recurring estimation.
  • Experience in program management fundamentals, including schedule, cost, and quality.
  • Highly proficient with SolidWorks, MathCAD, Simulink, or similar engineering software tools.
  • Experience in the design and development of hydraulic and/or pneumatic products.
  • Familiarity with DFMEA, VAVE, DFM, and requirements management.
  • Hydraulic/pneumatic component/system sizing, design, and performance analysis experience required.
  • Basic stress and flow analysis (classical and/or advanced tools).
  • Experience with testing and development of hydraulic/pneumatic test set-ups, test fixtures, test equipment, DAQ, instrumentation, and basic controls.
  • Familiarity with Design Verification and Validation in accordance with MIL-STD-810 & RTCA-DO-160.
  • Knowledge of aerospace materials (metals, plastics, elastomers), manufacturing processes, and post-processing.
  • Knowledge of basic electronics and LabView or equivalent control software.
  • Expertise in troubleshooting hydraulic/pneumatic components or systems.
  • Experience with hydraulic/pneumatic component and system architecture a plus.
  • Experience with sizing, design, and analysis of solenoid and/or BLDC motor a plus.
Benefits:
  • Comprehensive healthcare plans.
  • PTO and family leave.
  • 401(K).
  • Work-life balance.
  • Career development.
  • Other benefits and perks.
About CIRCOR International, Inc.

CIRCOR International, Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets differentiated technology products and sub-systems for markets including oil & gas, industrial, aerospace & defense, and commercial marine. CIRCOR has a diversified flow and motion control product portfolio with recognized, market-leading brands that fulfill its customers' mission-critical needs.

The company's strategy is to grow organically and through complementary acquisitions; simplify CIRCOR's operations; achieve world-class operational excellence; and attract and retain top talent.



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