About ITT::
ITT Inc. (NYSE: ITT) is a diversified global leading manufacturer of highly engineered critical components and customized technology solutions serving the flow, aerospace and defense, transportation, industrial, and energy markets. Through operational execution, innovation, and disciplined capital deployment, including strategic acquisitions such as SPX FLOW, ITT partners with its customers to deliver enduring solutions to the key industries that underpin our modern way of life.
Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, ITT has a market cap of roughly $20 billion and employs more than 15,000 people across 40 countries and serves customers in approximately 125 countries. Following the acquisition of SPX FLOW, the company is expected to generate $5.4 billion in annual revenue.
Our businesses are organized in three distinct segments, each based around our core engineering DNA:
Flow Technologies: A global leader in, providing a broad portfolio of pumps, valves, mixing and agitation equipment, heat transfer, homogenizers, separation, water and wastewater treatment, and engineered process solutions. Our leading brands include the iconic Goulds Pumps (with more than 175 years of history), Anhydro, APV, Bornemann, Bran+Luebbe, C’treat, Engineered Valves, Gerstenberg Schröder, Habonim, Johnson Pump, Lightnin, Philadelphia, Plenty, PRO Cast, Rheinhütte, Seital Separation, Stelzer, Svanehøj, Tigerholm, Uutechnic, VIDAR, Waukesha Cherry-Burrell.
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.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Product Design Engineer to provide support for KONI’s shock absorber products. In this role, you will be responsible for new product development for Shock absorber, hydropneumatics suspension in the different field of application of KONI products. Our focus fields are Railway, Car, Defense, Bus and Trucks , working closely with customers to select, design, and customize shock absorber solutions that meet their specific needs.
The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical engineering background and proven experience in creating detailed technical drawings, working with ERP and PDM systems, using SolidWorks for design and documentation, designing and developing mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components for automotive and/or agricultural applications.
This position requires excellent communication skills, as you will be collaborating with both suppliers and customers. Knowledge of automotive standards is highly preferred. We are looking for an enthusiastic professional with a passion for the automotive industry—someone who is motivated, resilient, and eager to learn and grow within our organization.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Concept, Feasibility and Design of new products or new range of products working in Team with Application Engineering, Quality and Industrial Engineering.
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Realization of 3D model, 2D drawings, and BOM of new Prototypes and Products
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Follow up proto realization and testing
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Follow up NPD project using toll gate system assuring that all deliverable are met in time and with the right level of quality
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Assure that all the developed products are designed with a strong “Design to manufacturing” and “Design to cost” mindset.
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Lead strong DFMEA approach to design
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Be responsible for internal norm regarding design, materials, welding, etc
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Scout and promote innovation projects
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Together with R&D director define Product evolution roadmap based on market and management inputs
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Promote standardization of components. Materials, tolerance across different range of products
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Promote and carry on VAVE ideas
Position Requirements:
You have a Bachelor or Master Degree an engineering discipline (Mechanical, Hydraulic, Aeronautic, Automotive) with about 5-7 years of experience in a comparable role. Preferably knowledge of designing Shock absorbers, Hydraulic valves, Hydraulic systems, Suspension systems.
Qualifications/ Requirements/ Characteristics:
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Knowledge of principles and design of Hydraulic Shock Absorbers; Hydropneumatics suspension or similar products.
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Knowledge of design of hydraulic system and components like valve
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General mechanical design, GD&T
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3D Solidworks, Pro –E proficiency
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Experience in new product development and/or innovation projects
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Matlab/Simulink proficiency
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Control system and electronic piloting systems
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FEA analysis for structure and hydraulic would-be a plus
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Signal/data analysis
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DOE and Testing methods know how
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Passionate Pursuit of Excellence with High Accountability and Human touch
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Disciplined and optimized execution
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Learning agility, lifelong learning
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Pragmatic and agile
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Strong with figures, data and analysis
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Hands-on with attention to detail
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Can do attitude and result driven
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From strategy thinking to actionable activities
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Team player, cooperative
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Ability to work in an international and intercultural Team
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Able to work under pressure and challenge
Do you want to be part of a team that pushes boundaries and makes an impact?
At KONI, you’ll be surrounded by a curious team in an innovative environment where people have the opportunity to learn from each other by valuing different ideas, opinions and experiences. You will enjoy the combination of innovation, entrepreneurship, customer centricity, operational excellence and personal development and we will trust you to do what it takes to deliver outstanding results.
What are you waiting for…? Just apply!
ITT Diversity Equity and Inclusion Principles - In ITT our culture leads us to ensure same opportunity for all, leveraging diversities and building an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless the gender, race and ethnic, religion, sexual orientation, disability, parental status, or social origin.
