The Composite Structural Engineer will support the design, development, analysis, and manufacturing of composite and mechanical structures. The role focuses on product design, structural integrity, manufacturability, and continuous improvement while collaborating with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.
- Experience in product design and manufacturing technology.
- Proficient with 2D drawing and 3D modeling using SolidWorks, PDM, GD&T, tolerance stack-up, DFMEA, FEA, and other design and analysis tools.
- Design experience with sheet metal fabrication, plastic molding, casting, etc.
- Knowledge and experience in metal and polymer material selection.
- Strong understanding of engineering principles with the ability to apply hand calculations/handbook methods and FEA modeling where appropriate.
- Strong hands-on ability to build test samples and operate test equipment.
- Strong problem-solving ability.
- Strong understanding of failure modes and analysis, including how to set up analysis and test methods to ensure failure modes are clearly understood and margin to failure is quantified.
- Comfortable developing test procedures, conducting functional testing, interpreting results, and correlating them with product performance.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and manufacturing setting.
- Strong computer skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel (including spreadsheets/databases).
- Experience with Value Engineering in product design updates for cost reduction is preferred.
- Ability to work with minimum guidance and a track record of running projects from beginning to finish.
- An out-of-the-box mindset willing to challenge the unknown, with a goal-oriented mindset focused on getting things done.
- Strong commitment to accountability, collaboration, and execution.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to establish and foster strong cross-functional relationships across the company.
- Up to 10% overnight travel can be expected.
- Bachelor's in Life Science, Engineering.
External Skills & Expertise
- Product Design
- Value Engineering
- VAVE
- SolidWorks
- DFM
- DFMEA
- Costing
- GD&T
- Product Testing
- Sheet Metal
- Plastics
- Casting
- Design and develop composite structural components and assemblies.
- Create and maintain 3D models, drawings, and engineering documentation using SolidWorks/PDM.
- Apply GD&T and perform tolerance stack-up analysis.
- Conduct DFMEA and support product risk assessments.
- Perform or support FEA and structural analysis to verify design performance.
- Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly principles.
- Select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes for composite structures.
- Support prototype builds, qualification testing, and product validation.
- Investigate failures and develop corrective design solutions.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and other engineering teams.
- Identify opportunities for VAVE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering) and cost reduction.
- Support continuous improvement of existing products and manufacturing processes.