Design Engineer

Senior Design Engineer

Product & System Design Leadership

• Lead the design and development of complex mechanical systems, vehicle subsystems, and engineered products from concept through production.
• Develop and evaluate innovative engineering solutions utilizing advanced technologies, materials, and manufacturing methods.
• Create and manage 3D CAD models, assemblies, detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of materials.
• Perform engineering calculations, trade studies, and design analyses to support component and system selection.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and industry drafting standards to ensure design accuracy and manufacturability.
• Conduct design reviews and ensure compliance with performance, reliability, safety, quality, and customer requirements.

Analysis, Simulation & Validation

• Perform system-level modeling and engineering analysis to validate design decisions.
• Utilize Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools to evaluate structural performance and optimize designs.
• Develop Design Verification Plans and Reports (DVP&R), testing methodologies, and validation procedures.
• Interpret test results and implement design improvements based on engineering findings.

Technical Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Provide technical direction and mentorship to engineers, designers, and drafters.
• Establish priorities, delegate technical work, and guide project execution for small engineering teams.
• Serve as a primary engineering point of contact for customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Support manufacturing operations by resolving technical issues, evaluating engineering change requests (ECRs), and ensuring successful production implementation.
• Investigate, analyze, and resolve engineering issues throughout the product lifecycle.

Program & Customer Support

• Prepare technical proposals, quotations, presentations, specifications, and engineering reports.
• Communicate program status, technical risks, and design recommendations to leadership and customers.
• Provide engineering support for prototype builds, pilot programs, production activities, and fielded products.
• Partner with project managers and program teams to ensure technical deliverables are achieved on schedule.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related Engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in product development, mechanical design, vehicle systems, or related industries.
• Strong experience designing mechanical systems and components using 3D CAD tools.
• Experience performing engineering analysis and validation activities.
• Ability to lead technical efforts and influence cross-functional teams.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Creo, NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, or comparable CAD platforms.
• Experience with ANSYS, HyperMesh, or similar FEA tools.
• Working knowledge of Windchill or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
• Strong understanding of vehicle architecture, automotive systems, defense vehicles, or mobile equipment.
• Experience with prototype development, testing, and production support environments.
• Technical leadership experience leading small engineering teams or projects.
• Experience supporting defense, military, aerospace, automotive, or advanced mobility programs.