Mechanical Engineer

Are you a forward-thinking Mechanical Engineer ready to make a splash in the in-ground pool equipment market? We're on the lookout for a visionary individual to join our Hydraulics engineering team at our west coast office in Carlsbad, CA and revolutionize in-ground pool equipment, focusing on pumps, filters, and valves.

Dive into a career that combines innovation with the allure of in-ground pool experiences – join us in redefining excellence in pool equipment engineering!

WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE 

• Innovative Pool Tech Advancements: Lead the charge in developing groundbreaking technologies and products, fostering innovation in the in-ground pool equipment sector with a keen focus on customer collaboration and impact assessment.

• Strategic Supplier Partnerships: Collaborate closely with suppliers, navigating and resolving engineering challenges in this dynamic market, emphasizing teamwork and fulfillment of personal commitments to meet team targets.
• Precision Testing and Documentation: Develop and execute thorough test plans, documenting engineering changes with precision to ensure the reliability of cutting-edge pool equipment, demonstrating excellence and a commitment to results-driven innovation.
• Advanced Design Expertise: Utilize SolidWorks CAD software, FEA tools, and prototypes to design and analyze components, pushing the boundaries of engineering excellence in the in-ground pool context, demonstrating independent creative ability.
• End-to-End Pool Product Development: Take ownership of designing, managing, and testing new in-ground pool products, parts, and assemblies, bringing innovation to poolside experiences with a focus on customer-centric solutions.
• Sustaining Excellence in Pool Tech: Contribute to initiatives enhancing existing in-ground pool designs, elevating product performance, and ensuring lasting reliability through a willingness to learn, adapt, and accept quick failure.

WHAT WE SEEK

• Proven Track Record: Showcase a minimum of five years of hands-on expertise in project and/or mechanical engineering, substantiating adeptness in overcoming technical challenges and achieving objectives with a commitment to honesty, trust, and proactive communication.
• Tech Proficiency in Design: Demonstrate proficiency in mechanical design using SolidWorks CAD software, showcasing a passion for creating the perfect pool and spa experience for our customers through a blend of technical mastery and innovative thinking.
• Hydraulics Know-How: Familiarity with hydraulics, motors, pumps, and water filtration in the context of pool equipment is a significant advantage.
• Electrical Acumen: Experience with electrical and electronic systems, along with knowledge of electronic components, motors, electrical hardware, assemblies, etc., is a plus.
• Global Collaboration: Willingness and experience in domestic and international travel for supplier collaboration or on-site installations in the in-ground pool market, emphasizing versatility as a team player and effective communication tailored for the in-ground pool equipment market.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

WHAT WE OFFER 

An exciting opportunity to dive in and begin your career with a company that offers a competitive total rewards package that includes: 

• 9/80 work week schedule (EVERY OTHER FRIDAY OFF!) with subsequent Fridays WFH
• Flexible vacation
• 11 paid Holidays
• Full range of health benefits including medical, dental & vision, short & long-term disability
• 401(K) matching (100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of the next 2%)
• Health and wellness programs / gym reimbursement
• Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year
• On-site self-service café / free gourmet coffee stations
• Company sponsored FUN events!
• On-site gym, ping-pong, foosball, outdoor bocce ball court, BBQ & firepit
• Generous product discounts

WHO WE ARE

Fluidra is a publicly listed company focused on developing innovative products, services and IoT solutions for the residential, commercial and wellness pool markets, globally. The company operates in over 45 countries, has over 7,000 employees and owns a portfolio of some of the industry’s most recognized and trusted brands: Polaris®, Jandy®, CMP, S.R. Smith, and Zodiac®. We also sell products under the Cover‐Pools®, iAquaLink®, Grand Effects® , Dell® and Nature2® names. With these combined resources we’re able accelerate innovation in critical areas like energy-efficiency, robotics and the Internet of Things.

Our focus is on creating the perfect pool and wellness experience responsibly. We take our mission to heart, and our employees embody these guiding principles in everything we do: passion for success, honesty & trust, customer collaboration, teamwork and inclusion, learn and adapt, excellence and innovation.

Don't meet every single requirement listed? At Fluidra, we thrive on building an inclusive workspace, so if you are excited about this role and your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may be just the right candidate for this role or another role in the organization. Fluidra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fluidra recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.

Expected salary range is $100,000 - $130,000. Fluidra offers a comprehensive total rewards / benefits program that includes base salary, annual bonus based on performance of individual and company objectives, competitive 401K matching, paid vacation and sick time, full range of health benefits, educational assistance, etc. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, experience and location. Your recruiter will provide additional details on our compensation and total rewards program.