Design Engineer III

Annapolis Technical Resources LLC; Lyon (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Annapolis Technical Resources LLC is seeking a Design Engineer III in New Hudson, MI to lead mechanical system and product design from concept through detailed drawings. You will use CAD and perform FEA, supported by models to justify decisions within a project team led by a design team lead.

The role requires strong technical writing and communication skills, with experience guiding junior engineers and delivering DVP&R-tested designs in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years engineering employment experience.
• BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience leading a small engineering team.
• Experience with CAD and FEA.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical system/product design from concept to drawings.
• Apply linear-static FEA for design optimization.
• Create and review technical drawings.
• Prepare project status reports.
• Guide lower-level engineers.
• Support DVP&R testing.

Skills

CAD design

FEA analysis

Technical drawing

Verbal & written communication

Education

BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

MS Office

Job description

Design Engineer III

Job Location: New Hudson, MI Eligibility/Clearance: US Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required

Overview: Experienced design engineer with core responsibilities including product and system design and development with an ability to lead the technical execution of a small team. The main focus will be mechanical system and product design using CAD and structural analysis (FEA), supported by systems modeling to substantiate the lower-level decisions. This position's responsibilities will span from initial concepts through detailed drawing execution while working within a project team under the review of a design team lead. System-level design leadership and direction is a responsibility of this position.

Essential Functions and Skills: Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Vehicle and Product System Design and Development - System physics modeling and characterization.
• CAD system and component concept development and packaging.
• Application of linear-static Finite Element Analysis in design optimization.
• Technical drawing generation.
• Prepare and present project status reports.
• Test design, development, and reporting (DVP&R).
• Guidance of lower-level engineers in their efforts.

Project Support

Support and resolve customer problems using mechanical, analytical, CAE and project management skills. Prepare technical specifications for use by Pratt Miller Engineering. Develop testing methods and procedures for use by Pratt Miller Engineering. Support manufacturing by answering questions and responding to ECRs. Investigate alternative business opportunities. Function as system-level primary customer contact in some scenarios.

Additional Requirements

In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, tasks relating to the following area will be assigned as required.

• Be a team player.
• Have great attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and pride in their work products.
• Be interested in technology and learning new things.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint).
• Strong technical writing, communication, team, and organizational skills.
• US Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required.

Education/Certification/Years of Experience

Minimum 8yrs engineering employment experience. BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive Engineering, or equivalent.

Physical Demands

Ability to support technicians and shop builds. Operate simple hand tools, etc.

Expected Hours of Work

8am-4:30pm core (minimum) work hours. Project surge support and additional effort as needed to achieve deadlines. Some travel may be required for customer and supplier meetings, off-site training, off-site testing, and attendance at industry conferences.

Work Environment

Work will typically be performed in a team-based office environment. Our team members work on collaborative, challenging projects that offer the opportunity to learn from a wide range of expertise and have fun in the process.

Arena Technical Resources, LLC, (ATR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) who will provide equal employment opportunity to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family structure, genetic information, or mental or physical disability.