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This role is responsible for the design, development, testing, and commercialization of reciprocating piston pumps, servo-driven dispensing systems, valves, applicators, and related electro-mechanical equipment used in industrial automation and manufacturing environments. The ideal candidate combines strong electro-mechanical design expertise with a deep understanding of fluid handling, motion control, and manufacturing processes.\nResponsibilities\nLead the design, development, testing, and release of reciprocating pumps, servo-driven dispensing systems, valves, applicators, and related automation equipment.\nDevelop electro-mechanical solutions for precision fluid delivery and material handling applications. \nPerform system-level design including architecture development, component selection, analysis, risk assessment, and validation. \nDesign mechanical components and assemblies using a 3D CAD System with a focus on performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost. \nSpecify and integrate servo motors, ball screws, bearings, linear motion systems, and drive components. \nLead prototype development, testing, troubleshooting, performance optimization, and design verification activities. \nPrepare engineering specifications, test plans, technical 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