Design Engineer III

Arena Technical Resources, LLC (ATR); New Hudson (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Arena Technical Resources, LLC in New Hudson, MI is seeking an experienced Design Engineer III to lead mechanical system and product design from concept through detailed drawings. The role emphasizes CAD modeling, FEA, and systems integration within a project team, under a design team lead's review.

Responsibilities include developing test methods, preparing specifications, and guiding junior engineers while coordinating with customers and suppliers as needed.

Qualifications

• BS required in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 8 years engineering employment experience.
• US Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required.
• Experience leading a small design team.
• Proficient in CAD and FEA for system design and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Model and develop vehicle and product systems.
• Lead technical execution of a small team.
• Provide CAD and structural analysis support.
• Create technical drawings and ensure drawings execution.
• Prepare project status reports.
• Develop testing methods and DVP&R.
• Guide lower-level engineers.

Skills

CAD design

FEA analysis

System modeling

Technical drawing

Project coordination

Team leadership

MS Office

Technical writing

Customer liaison

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace / Automotive Engineering

Tools

Creo

NX

Catia

Job description

Job Title: 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.

DESIRED SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience in parametric 3D modeling and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• Creo/NX and/or Catia
• Strong technical writing, communication, team, and organizational skills.
• US Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint).

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.