Sr. MBOP Engineer

Job Information

Responsible for the selection and maintenance of mechanical components utilized within a fuel cell powerplant. The MBOP group (Mechanical Balance of Plant) is responsible for selecting fuel cell components that meet the requirements generated by the Systems group. Typical tasks include corresponding with and effectively collaborating with suppliers to enable selection of optimal hardware, generating component specifications from component level requirement documents, working with suppliers to develop custom components when necessary, generating component- level models, running performance tests (e.g. pump head vs. flow) and/or accelerated durability tests, and conducting component-level testing of new or refurbished parts prior to installation into the powerplant. Critical focus on troubleshooting component noncompliance issues discovered in the factory or in the field. Ongoing focus on employee and career development of self and others within the discipline. This role requires a fully developed professional able to work without direct guidance or direction from others and able to lead groups and teams as may be assigned.

Role & Responsibility

• Focus technical skills of MBOP group on hardware selection, custom component determination, component modeling, building component test rigs, running performance tests, and troubleshooting.
• Focus on root cause analysis regarding variance resolution and ensure up to date standard of work documentation.
• Proactively identify patterns in conflicting information and constructively resolve.
• Generate component specifications from component-level requirement documents, and review prior to formal pursuit.
• Share component specifications with potential suppliers to identify suitable Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) component availability or develop suitable parts.
• Ensure new componentry has been validated and thoroughly documented prior to production release.
• Support the development of suppliers to enable them to meet technical, cost, and delivery targets.
• Work with supply chain to initiate, develop and execute component-related cost reductions.
• Challenge the status quo of current hardware componentry, systems and practices to achieve continuous MBOP improvements.
• Stay abreast of all evolving, external MBOP-related processes, parts, materials, and developments.

Job Requirement

Education & Experience

• BS degree with 4-7+ years of experience
• MS degree with 2-5+ years of experience
• PhD degree with 0-2+ years of experience

Knowledge & Skill

• Knowledge of technical componentry and process engineering
• Ability to develop and maintain effective supplier relationships
• Strong organizational skills
• Effective computer skills

Others

The position described involves on-site work at office/lab in East Hartford, CT or at our new office in Boston, MA. Doosan is committed to growing and supporting efforts associated with hydrogen economy. Work associated with this position will support existing PAFC based technologies and/or focus on exciting, new opportunities related to PEM H2 generation and mobility projects. All personal information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Questions can be addressed through the HR department at (860) 727-2200 or doosanfuelcellhr@doosan.com.