Design Engineer 3

Fox Factory, Inc.; Braselton (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox Factory, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and release components and assemblies for OEM automotive projects. You will create 3D models, 2D drawings, BOMs, and DFMEA documentation while interfacing with suppliers to optimize for cost and manufacturability.

You will lead DFMEA/FEA activities, support production readiness, and collaborate with the Commercial team to establish cost targets. Occasional travel will be required.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3-7+ years of applicable experience; Masters with 2-5+ years is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Designs and develops for OEM Automotive projects; manages 3-6 concurrent projects.
• Creates and maintains 3D models, 2D drawings, BOMs, and ECN docs.
• Performs DFMEA and FEA calculations to support design decisions.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams and suppliers to optimize designs for manufacture and cost.
• Supports production readiness through initial plant builds and design verification.
• Works with Commercial team on costing and RFQ responses.
• Travels as required to meet project goals and supplier engagements.

Skills

3D modeling

CAD design software (Creo)

DFMEA / GD&T

Time management

Microsoft Office

Ability to travel

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

What We Do

FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side-by-side vehicles, on-road vehicles with and without off-road capabilities, off-road vehicles and trucks, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq.

Why you should join us

Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee discounts. But more importantly, it's a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and bringing great products to our customers! If this sounds like something you would love to do, and a place you want to be a part of,

Position Summary

Designs, develops drawings, creates DFMEA's, performs engineering calculations and FEA for the release of new components and assemblies. Interfaces with cross-functional teams, directly interacting with suppliers in order to reduce cost and/or optimize the design for manufacture, documents all engineering calculations, and meets program timing for the release of the new designs. Responsible for packaging of new assemblies and development of new product. Leads training for peers, lower-level engineers, and staff.

Position Responsibilities

• Performs design and development work for 3-6 OEM Automotive projects concurrently, including complex technology developments and difficult supplier interactions.
• Runs design projects with limited oversight from management.
• Runs packaging studies to optimize the design to fit into the customer available envelope.
• Creates and maintains 3d models, 2d drawings, BOM's and ECN documentation.
• Creates component and assembly DFMEA's and updates as the design progresses.
• Performs FEA and hand calculations required by the DFMEA.
• Supports and oversees initial plant builds to evaluate if there are any design issues for production readiness and component accuracy.
• Works closely with Commercial team to establish costing and support RFQ responses.
• Conducts design and testing, including field testing and operation of vehicles.
• Tracks progress on his/her tasks to meet the project targets

Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

• Engineering design knowledge 3D modeling, CAD design software, Creo preferred
• Time management and prioritization abilities
• DFMEA - E1NS or similar GD&T
• Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel

Competencies

• Customer Mindset: Exceptional customer experience is primary focus while performing job duties. Quality is a top priority.
• Adaptability & Innovation: Proactively and willingly adapts to changing business needs and conditions and presents creative and fresh ideas on how to solve problems, gain efficiencies and improve quality.
• Relationship Building: Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of inclusion, cooperation and mutual respect.
• Accountability: Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and strives to exceed requirements.
• Decision Making and Judgment: Makes timely, informed decisions that consider the facts, goals, constraints and risks.
• Talent Development (Self and Others): Displays an ongoing commitment to learning and self-improvement; makes an effort to acquire new knowledge or skills associated with job responsibilities. Willingness to work with others and coach/teach in effort to develop and support other employees' development.

Position Qualifications

• Education: BS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Experience: Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field and 3-7+ years of applicable experience. Masters with 2-5+ years of applicable experience