Design Engineer -- Automotive Parts Manufacturer (36368)

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions; Huber Heights (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions seeks a Design Engineer in the Huber Heights, OH area to support automotive parts development and customer-focused projects. A Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering with ~2 years of design experience using 3D/2D CAD (CATIA or Siemens NX) is required.

You will collaborate across teams to meet performance goals. Responsibilities include designing metal automotive components, maintaining design-change records, and contributing to DFMEA, GD&T and basic FEA tasks.

Qualifications

• 2 years design engineering experience (internships/co-ops included)
• Proficiency in 3D/2D CAD (CATIA or Siemens NX preferred)
• DFMEA and GD&T knowledge
• Strong communication and collaboration in a multicultural environment
• Basic understanding of FEA programs
• Ability to sit/stand/climb stairs and lift up to 25 pounds

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of automotive metal components (frame components, chassis, braking systems)
• Main point of contact between customer and company groups for project administration
• Work with suppliers – confirm expectations and requirements
• Create records of design and design changes for internal and customer use
• Work with Sales department to achieve costing information
• Participate in meetings regarding project status with internal departments and outside customers

Skills

Strong communication

Multicultural collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Siemens NX

FEMEA (FEA)

Job description

An automotive parts manufacturing company in the Huber Heights, OH area is looking for a Design Engineer to join their facility. You will support multiple projects, focusing on meeting customer standards & goals. The ideal candidate will have 2 years of design engineering experience, specifically with 3D/2D CAD software.

This is a full-time position with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K) with company match, short and long-term disability, paid holidays and vacation and eligibility for regular bonus opportunities.

Responsibilities Include:

• Support the design and development of automotive metal components, particularly frame components, chassis, braking systems, etc.
• Main point of contact between customer and company groups for project administration
• Work with suppliers – confirm expectations and requirements
• Create records of design and design changes for internal and customer use
• Work with Sales department to achieve costing information
• Participate in meetings regarding project status with both internal departments and outside customers

Requirements Include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field required
• 2 years' experience (including internships, co-ops, etc.) (Design Engineering preferred)
• Strong knowledge of using 3D/2D CAD software (CATIA or Siemens NX programs preferred)
• DFMEA and GD&T
• Strong communication and collaboration ability in a multicultural environment
• Basic understanding of FEA programs
• Good problem-solving, time management, and multitasking skills
• Able to intermittently sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, stoop, kneel, crouch & lift up to 25 pounds