Design Engineer

Company: Dover Fueling Solutions
Location: Smithfield
Posted on: March 6, 2026

Job Description:

At Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), A Dover Company, we are taking fueling and convenience retail to the next level. We are passionate about cultivating excellence in everything we do, but what really fuels us is our people. They’re the heart of our company. As an employee, our promise to you is that you’ll work on new and innovative products and solutions, be mentored by managers and teammates who are collaborative, caring, and act with integrity, and could grow in ways that are meaningful to you. Unique and interesting projects – both locally and globally – will challenge you and allow you to pursue different and rewarding career paths. Headquartered in Austin, TX, DFS has a significant technology development and manufacturing presence worldwide, including facilities in Brazil, China, India, Italy, Poland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States. Based in Downers Grove, IL, Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of approximately $8 billion. Overall, Scope: Assists with new product designs meeting OPW and industry standards. Designs new products with minimum supervision, recommends and carries out the maintenance of major changes. Handles existing product maintenance as needed. Responsibilities: • Assure that design and development tasks are carried out according to DFS/OPW process map. • Plan, schedule and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work as part of a major project or as a total project of moderate scope. • Performs work which involves conventional engineering practice but includes a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of standard materials and difficult coordination requirements. • Recommend and assist in testing and experimentation to prove out designs and theory. • Provide accurate cost estimates and time schedules. • Supervise fabrication of working prototypes. • Prepare, modify and release drawings created in CAD to verify fit, form and function of mechanical designs. • Troubleshoot field and production issues, recommend and carry out changes as necessary. • Support Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality Control, Sales, Marketing, Inventory Control, Production and Human Resources as needed • Operate in a team environment with other functional areas providing input to design solutions and participate in design reviews. • Participate in cost reduction programs and coordinate cost reductions as necessary. • Work closely with manufacturing to identify improvements and sustain existing products. • Encourage and foster an environment for new ideas and innovation. • May direct or lead other Engineers or Technicians • Other activities as needed. Requirements: Education • Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent design experience. Experience: • Minimum 3-5 years’ work experience in a manufacturing environment. • 3D CAD experience with solid modeling. (NX preferred) • Background in Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process and Product Development Process (PDP) is a plus. • Demonstrated ability to solicit the cooperation of others and positively influence the efforts and dynamics of work teams. • Professional presentation skills include persuasive communication skills, adept listening and highly developed interpersonal skills. DFS is part of a legacy of leadership that spans back generations, made up of some of the most trusted, leading-edge brands in the industry. As part of Dover Corporation and with our talented, innovative, outstanding people, we are doing great things and redefining what is possible in fueling and convenience retail. Providing advanced fuel-dispensing equipment, including clean energy solutions, systems and payment, automatic tank gauging and wet stock-management solutions, DFS comprises the product brands of Wayne Fueling Systems, OPW Fuel Management Systems, ClearView, Tokheim, ProGauge, Fairbanks, LIQAL, AvaLAN, and Bulloch Technologies. Headquartered in Austin, TX, DFS has a significant technology development and manufacturing presence worldwide, including facilities in Brazil, China, India, Italy, Poland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States. Work Arrangement: Onsite We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including ;business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law. Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact dfs.hrinquiries@doverfs.com for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Job Function:

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