Composite Structural Engineer - Product Design & Analysis

Katalyst-Healthcares-; Lindon (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Solutions Services, LLC in Lindon, UT seeks a Composite Structural Engineer to drive design, analysis, testing, and production of advanced structural products. You will leverage SolidWorks to develop 2D drawings and 3D models, perform GD&T, DFMEA, and FEA analyses, and select materials for performance and cost targets.

You will build prototypes, develop test procedures, and troubleshoot manufacturing issues while coordinating with cross‑functional teams to ensure on‑time delivery and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred; equivalent combo of education and hands‑on experience considered.
• Experience in product design, structural analysis, manufacturing, and testing is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop composite/structural products from concept through production.
• Create and modify 2D drawings and 3D models using SolidWorks.
• Perform tolerance stack‑up, GD&T, DFMEA, and FEA analysis.
• Apply engineering principles and handbook methods to design and analysis.
• Develop designs using sheet metal, plastics, casting, and other manufacturing processes.
• Build prototypes and test samples for product validation.
• Develop test procedures and conduct functional and performance testing.
• Analyze test results and correlate with product performance.
• Identify failure modes and corrective actions; support cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Travel up to 10% overnight as required.

Skills

SolidWorks

GD&T

DFMEA

FEA

DFM

Value Engineering

Prototype/Test

Project Management

Cross-Functional

Problem Solving

Material Selection

Sheet Metal

Plastics/Plastics Molding

Casting

Manufacturing Processes

Cost Reduction

Test Equipment

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PDM

Job description

Job Summary
We are seeking a Composite Structural Engineer to support the design, development, analysis, testing, and manufacturing of structural products in a fast-paced engineering environment. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with SolidWorks, product design, GD&T, DFMEA, FEA, DFM, material selection, and product testing, along with hands-on manufacturing and troubleshooting capabilities. This role will work closely with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams to develop innovative, cost-effective products, evaluate failure modes, perform structural analysis, conduct functional testing, and drive projects from concept through completion. Experience with sheet metal, plastics, casting, composites, and Value Engineering/VAVE is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop composite/structural products from concept through production.
• Create and modify 2D drawings and 3D models using SolidWorks.
• Perform tolerance stack-up, GD&T, DFMEA, and FEA analysis.
• Apply engineering principles, hand calculations, and handbook methods to product design and analysis.
• Develop designs using sheet metal, plastics, casting, and other manufacturing processes.
• Select appropriate metal and polymer materials based on product requirements.
• Build prototypes and test samples for product validation.
• Develop test procedures and conduct functional and performance testing.
• Analyze test results and correlate findings with product performance.
• Identify and evaluate failure modes, failure margins, and potential design risks.
• Troubleshoot product and manufacturing issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Support Value Engineering/VAVE and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Work closely with manufacturing and cross-functional engineering teams.
• Manage projects independently from initial concept through completion.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Support a fast-paced manufacturing environment and travel up to 10% overnight as required.

Required Skills

• Product Design & Development
• Composite/Structural Engineering
• SolidWorks
• 2D Drawing & 3D Modeling
• PDM
• GD&T
• Tolerance Stack-Up
• DFMEA
• FEA
• DFM
• Product Testing & Validation
• Failure Mode & Failure Analysis
• Hand Calculations
• Material Selection
• Sheet Metal
• Plastics/Plastic Molding
• Casting
• Manufacturing Processes
• Value Engineering (VAVE)
• Cost Reduction & Costing
• Prototype/Test Sample Development
• Test Equipment Operation
• Microsoft Excel, Word & Outlook
• Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
• Project Management
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Strong Written & Verbal Communication

Education
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Materials Engineering, Composite Engineering, or a related engineering field preferred.
Equivalent combination of relevant engineering education and hands-on product design/manufacturing experience may be considered.
Practical experience with product design, structural analysis, manufacturing, and testing is highly preferred.