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Design Engineer

Job Number: 364630

Category: Drafting & Design

Description: Job Title: Design Engineer

Pay Rate: $65 /hr

Location: Lansing, MI

Area Code: 517

ZIP Code: 48911

Start Date: Right Away

Keywords: #GroundTestDesign #DesignEngineer #AerospaceJobs

Job Description:

Be responsible for supporting design functions across product lifecycle of an assembly (customer requirements, quoting, design development, customer approval, manufacturing and service/ repair)

Design work encompasses the final assembly, all subcomponents and any support equipment necessary for the storage and handling of the assembly. May be tasked with evaluating any damage from normal operations and developing repairs to restore the assembly or components to original or acceptable requirements.

Responsibilities

• Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of project assemblies using sound engineering principles and adhering to industry standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
• Function as a design/structures engineer for hybrid composite-metallic components used in engine testing stands.
• Providing design support throughout conceptual, preliminary, detailed design phases, to include validation, customer approval, manufacturing, and operational service.
• Material selection, determination of laminate architecture, generation of detail/assembly-level CAD models, and design of sub-element components. May also include designing to a given surface.
• Assist in manufacturing process development with the engineering team and ensure the manufacturability of component designs, documenting and presenting results to management and external customers. Assist shop floor personnel when needed.
• Review and disposition nonconforming material to technical requirements.
• Develop and validate repair processes in conjunction with manufacturing team.
• Support vendor management through reviews of quotes and requests for modifications of technical requirements.
• Challenge existing processes, and drive improvements.
• Ensure compliance with established engineering methodologies
• Use sound engineering judgment, technical expertise, and data analysis to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems.
• Provide engineering / technical support in a production environment

Education and Experience:

• A Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) University Degree o
• 10+ years prior relevant experience
• Experience developing technical ideas with internal/external customers and a track record of converting ideas to programs
• Experience with composite design, analysis, and manufacturing.
• Experience with mechanical and composite design (machining, joints, fasteners, welding) in relevant industry positions (aerospace, defense, automotive or similar)
• Experience with GD&T to include determining tolerance requirements.
• Effective problem identification and solution skills
• Strong project ownership, execution, and proactive mentalities

Preferred experience and qualifications

• Advanced Degree in Engineering
• Computer Aided Design Software experience: Creo / Windchill (Preferred) or NX / FiberSIM / TeamCenter
• Computer Aided Engineering software experience
• Familiarity with Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) techniques, such as ultrasonic testing, eddy current, FPI, camera optics, X-ray and others used in aerospace.
• Experience with design for manufacturing & assembly
• Understanding of manufacturing cost and reproducibility
• Familiarity with principles of product development, reliability and quality control
• Experience with configuration management.
• Experience with fiber-reinforced polymer composites, specifically: fiberglass, aramid, and/or carbon prepreg and wet layup (especially epoxy resin systems)
• Experience in advanced Composite and Bonded Structures design and manufacturing(i.e. Organic/Polymer Matrix Composites, Fiber Reinforcement, Manufacturing methods, Adhesives, Surface Preparation, etc.)

If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Location: Lansing , MI

Minimum Experience (yrs):

Required Education: Not Specified

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