Sustaining Engineer

Company: PSG
Location: Grand Rapids
Posted on: March 2, 2026

Job Description:

PSG® is the global pump, metering and dispensing-solution expert, enabling the safe and efficient transfer of critical and valuable fluids that require optimal performance and reliability in applications where it matters most. Additionally, PSG is a leading provider of flow meters designed to reduce waste and downtime while accurately measuring, monitoring and controlling the distribution of fluids. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, USA, PSG is comprised of several world-class brands, including Abaque®, All-Flo™, Almatec®, Blackmer®, Ebsray®, em-tec®, Griswold®, Hydro™, Malema™, Mouvex®, Neptune®, PSG® Biotech, Quantex™, Quattroflow®, and Wilden®. PSG products are manufactured on three continents – North America, Europe, and Asia – in state-of-the-art facilities that practice lean manufacturing and are ISO-certified. PSG is part of the Pumps & Process Solutions segment of Dover Corporation. For additional information on PSG, please visit psgdover.com . We thrive on winning and being number one; and are always looking to add the best and brightest to our talented team of professionals. PSG offers a unique combination of the both small company atmosphere: with an ownership mindset that allows you to make close-to-the-customer decisions; an innovative approach in seeing beyond what is possible today and entrepreneurial spirit in the pursuit of new opportunities; combined with benefits of a large company’s scale, tools, expertise, and financial strength with Dover. Join PSG, a growing global company where your curiosity, hard work and ambition is rewarded with exceptional career opportunities in a friendly & fast paced environment. PSG is part of the Pumps and Process Solutions segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Summary: The sustaining engineer maintains and improves released products by troubleshooting issues, providing root cause analysis, reducing costs, improving efficiency, managing engineering change notices , and handling component obsolescence with a focus on long-term product health, reliability, and customer satisfaction. The successful candidate will manage design changes, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing and other support teams. They will supply technical review and direction for existing designs and suggest potential design changes to improve customer outcomes for internal and external customers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Technical liaison between Product Engineering and Manufacturing, Quality and Purchasing departments for various rotating pumps (Vane, Gear and Centrifugal) and reciprocating compressors trouble shooting technical issues, process control improvements, supply issues and support of new purchasing initiatives (regional and global). Process and approve manufactured and purchased parts deviation forms. Design changes: Implement engineering change notices for fixes, improvements, or cost reductions managing Bills of Materials (BOMs). Guide regional and global engineering team members to complete engineering change work. Create and manage Bills of Material (BOMs) and component part data in the Oracle ERP system. Handle component obsolescence with a focus on long-term product health, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Guide and mentor designers (USA and global sites) in best practices and project requirements for product improvements. Manage the SolidWorks PDM database for updates in accessibility state of CAD files for the CAD designers. Support CAD designers of engineered special products orders (ESORs) by providing technical assistance and performing final evaluation of bills of materials and drawings. Conduct some minor CAD design work on SolidWorks CAD, for Engineering Changes (ECNs) and engineered special products orders (ESORs). Perform project management activities for product improvement and special projects. Aid in maintaining the design standards database, compliance documents, and product literature release database. Issue technical instructions, product literature and engineering specifications as required. Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals. Supervisory Responsibilities: No direct reports in this position. However, the successful person will possess the ability to lead a team of diverse professionals toward desired outcomes. Competency: Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Technical Skills – Demonstrated mechanical and dynamic equipment design capability. Experience in the application of Thermal Dynamics, Fluid Mechanics and Material Selection is required. Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Regulatory and Compliance - Working knowledge of Harmonized Tarif Codes (HTS), Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). A knowledge of EU and EAC regulatory requirements (ATEX, Machinery Directive, PED, etc.) is desired. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree (BS Mechanical Engineering) from an ABET accredited four-year college or university with a minimum of two (2) years’ engineering design experience. Will consider recent graduates from an ABET accredited school. SolidWorks or other 3-D CAD platform experience is required. SolidWorks PDM file management desired. Experience with ERP systems, preferably Oracle. Microsoft Office Suite literacy is mandatory particularly in Word and Excel. Capability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence. Effectively speak before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Proven to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations are desired but not required. A desire to achieve certification, education and development within scope of responsibility. Other Qualifications: Rotating equipment design experience such as pumps, engines, flowmeters, or similar is highly desirable. Reciprocating equipment, such as internal combustion engines or compressor design experience is likewise applicable. 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: 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 13 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days, paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, 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 on the basis of race, color, 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 a 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 accommodations@psgdover.com for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. LI-LW1

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