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Archer

Composites Technician

Huntington Beach, CA · On-site

$35 - $50/hr

Lay up composite materials (e.g., prepreg, wet layup) according to engineering drawings and strict ... Minimum 10+ years of experience in the aerospace and/or automotive industry as an engineering ...

SMI Composites

Manufacturing Engineer

Comer, GA · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

The ideal candidate combines strong mechanical engineering fundamentals with practical ... Preferred Qualifications · Experience with composite materials and automotive/aerospace ...

Anduril Industries

Manufacturing Engineer

Morrisville, NC · On-site

$68K - $87K/yr

The right person for this role can demonstrate experience in composite part manufacturing and ... Experience supporting aerospace, defense, automotive, and/or energetics facilities * Experience ...

SHD Composite Materials Inc

NY · On-site

... and composite solutions to the aerospace, defense, automotive, industrial, and renewable energy ... Collaborate closely with Engineering, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations teams to align ...

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Protingent

Tool Design Engineer

Roseville, CA · On-site

$50 - $80/hr

Design mold tooling to support composite lamination/fabrication processes * Work tool design ... Aerospace design and tooling experience preferred; automotive or other relevant industry experience ...

Protingent

Tool Design Engineer

Roseville, CA · On-site

$50 - $80/hr

Design mold tooling to support composite lamination/fabrication processes Work tool design ... preferred; automotive or other relevant industry experience may be considered Ability to work ...

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How much do automotive composite engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for automotive composite engineer in the United States is $103,596.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,000.00 and $119,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an automotive composite engineer do?

An Automotive Composite Engineer specializes in designing, developing, and testing composite materials—such as carbon fiber, fiberglass, and advanced plastics—for use in vehicles. Their work helps make cars lighter, stronger, and more fuel-efficient by replacing traditional metal components with composite alternatives. They collaborate closely with designers, manufacturing teams, and materials scientists to ensure composite parts meet performance, safety, and cost requirements. Additionally, they may be involved in research, prototyping, and overseeing the manufacturing process of composite parts.

What are some common challenges faced by automotive composite engineers during the vehicle development process?

Automotive Composite Engineers often encounter challenges such as balancing material performance with cost constraints, ensuring manufacturability of complex composite shapes, and meeting stringent safety and durability standards. Collaborating closely with design, manufacturing, and testing teams is essential to address these issues, as changes to materials or processes can have significant impacts on the final product. Staying updated on advancements in composite technologies and adapting designs accordingly is also key to overcoming these challenges and delivering lightweight, high-performance automotive components.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an automotive composite engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Automotive Composite Engineer, you need a solid background in materials science, mechanical engineering, and composite manufacturing processes, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD software (such as CATIA or SolidWorks), finite element analysis tools, and knowledge of industry standards like ISO/TS 16949 is essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork set outstanding professionals apart in this field. These skills enable engineers to design lightweight, durable automotive components that meet safety, performance, and cost requirements.

What is the difference between Automotive Composite Engineer vs Automotive Materials Engineer?

AspectAutomotive Composite EngineerAutomotive Materials Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Mechanical, Materials Science, or Aerospace Engineering; certifications in composite materialsBachelor's or Master's in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering; certifications in materials testing
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, manufacturing plants, R&D centersMaterials testing labs, manufacturing facilities, R&D centers
Industry UsageDeveloping lightweight composite parts for vehiclesResearching and selecting materials for vehicle components
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Automotive Composite Engineers focus on designing and testing composite materials for vehicle parts, emphasizing lightweight and strength properties. Automotive Materials Engineers work on selecting, testing, and developing various materials used throughout vehicle manufacturing. While both roles require knowledge of materials and work in similar environments, their primary focus differs: composites versus general materials.

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Infographic showing various Automotive Composite Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,596 per year, or $49.8 per hour.

Senior Design Engineer, Body

Torrance, CA • On-site

Singer Vehicle Design
201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Singer Vehicle Designexternal

$117K - $156K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Join Our Relentless Pursuit of Excellence
At Singer Vehicle Design, we believe Everything is Important. That's why every nut, bolt, stitch, and finish matters when we restore and reimagine Porsche 911s into some of the most beautiful and respected cars in the world.
Our work blends iconic design with modern engineering, lightweight materials, and obsessive attention to detail. Every component matters-and every engineer plays a critical role in delivering excellence.
We're looking for a Senior Design Engineer, Body to bring their passion, precision, and problem-solving skills to our team in Torrance, CA. If you share our passion for beautiful cars, thrive on details, and want to be part of something extraordinary, this is your chance.
Why You'll Love This Role:
  • You will design, release, and implement new parts and assemblies with supporting documentation to improve existing products in a manner that demonstrates, "Everything is Important."
  • You'll be responsible for understanding requirements for new components or systems, designing to those requirements, and bringing those parts to production. This includes extensive work with carbon-fiber body panels and composite structures, which are core to Singer's reimagined Porsche 911 programs.

What You'll Do:
  • Conceptualize and create mechanical designs using CATIA V5 for new products used in late-model air-cooled Porsches
  • Understand and design around packaging environment, mounting strategy, and load conditions of automotive components and systems, even with limited information
  • Design, release, and validate carbon-fiber composite body panels, aerodynamic elements, and structural components, ensuring optimal stiffness, weight reduction, manufacturability, and fit within Singer's carbon-intensive vehicle architecture
  • Collaborate with composite suppliers on layup strategy, tooling, curing processes, and quality requirements for carbon-fiber components
  • Plan and execute part evaluations on vehicle, and component or system validation plans-including testing specific to composite behavior, bonding, and fastener interfaces
  • Interface with and manage suppliers to execute project deliverables
  • Collaborate with global Design and Production Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Production teams
  • Plan, execute, and initiate process improvement (such as Lean or Six Sigma)
  • Evaluate existing drawings and 3D models of assemblies and processes
  • Develop testing processes, and perform testing and validation of new designs
  • Create working prototypes for first-article fit and function testing
  • Review and approve 3D models and 2D drawings and specifications created by junior engineers
  • Complete documentation to track project development and design process
  • Ensure projects are on time and within budget
  • Identify indicators for improvement and cost-reduction opportunities
  • Create product introduction materials: work instructions, exploded-view parts manuals, etc.

Who We're Looking For:
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering with automotive, mechanical, manufacturing, or industrial engineering emphasis
  • Minimum of 10 years of mechanical design & drafting experience using CATIA CAD software
  • Experience in automotive industry
  • Experience in engineering development process and design and release of components and systems
  • Hands-on experience applying GD&T fundamentals and performing tolerance stack-ups for complex assemblies
  • Some basic knowledge of carbon-fiber composite components. We are not looking for a carbon-fiber industry expert, this is an excellent opportunity to gain significant exposure and experience

Bonus Points If you Have:
  • Master's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering with automotive, mechanical, manufacturing, or industrial engineering emphasis
  • Experience and capabilities with surface modeling
  • Experience with data management systems
  • Knowledge of air-cooled and turbo Porsche vehicles a plus
  • Expertise in carbon-fiber composite components, including familiarity with layup methods, tooling, curing processes, and structural behavior of composite materials

Location & Schedule:
This is a salaried, exempt position onsite in Torrance, CA. The core hours are Monday - Friday 7:30am-4pm.
What We Offer - Benefits Driven by You:
The starting pay range for this position is between $117,386 - 156,515 per year plus bonus. Actual compensation will be determined by skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Our mantra Everything is Important guides us every day, so naturally we also believe Everyone is Important. Our benefits and perks are thoughtfully curated to invest in the well-being, growth, and long-term success of our team both inside and outside the shop.
Health & Wellness
  • 80% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and family
  • Tax-free savings options via HSA and FSA, including employer HSA contributions
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage

Time Off & Flexibility
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 13 paid holidays annually, including the week between Christmas and New Year's

Financial Benefits
  • Annual bonus plan
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Annual merit increases following performance reviews (when eligible)
  • Monthly cell phone reimbursement

Perks & Extras
  • Free snacks! (monthly snack stipend at our mini-mart)
  • "Working Advantage" employee discount program for travel, entertainment, amusement parks, and more
  • Tools provided for technicians
  • Team events and company gatherings throughout the year
  • Employee-led clubs based on interest: books, movies and (of course) cars!
  • Access to exclusive Singer-branded merch!

Growth & Development
  • Annual performance reviews to provide feedback and aid employee development
  • Ongoing learning and development opportunities
  • Access to Singer's learning platform (Singer Learn) containing over 115,000 courses on a wide variety of topics - coming soon!
  • Transparent leadership communication through quarterly town halls

Equal Employment Opportunity
We are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.
Do you want to Reimagine your career? Apply now and join us!

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