Design Engineer - Senior

Paddock; New Hudson (MI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Miller, an Oshkosh company, seeks an experienced design engineer to lead mechanical system design from concept through drawings, using CAD and FEA. You will guide a small team, model system behavior, and validate designs with DVP&R and technical reports.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical/Aerospace/Automotive Engineering, 8+ years experience, and proficiency in Creo/NX/Catia/SolidWorks with ANSYS/HyperMesh/Windchill. US citizenship is required; travel may be involved.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 8 years engineering employment experience.
• US Citizenship is required.
• Experience with parametric 3D modeling and GD&T.
• Proficiency in Creo, NX, Catia, or SolidWorks.
• Experience with ANSYS or HyperMesh and Windchill PLM.
• Strong technical writing, communication and organizational skills.
• Team leadership and ability to guide junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Support and resolve customer problems using mechanical, analytical, CAE and project management skills.
• Prepare technical specifications for 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.

Skills

System design

CAD modeling

FEA analysis

Technical drawing

Project leadership

Team mentoring

MS Office

Education

BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive Engineering

Tools

Creo

NX

Catia

SolidWorks

ANSYS

HyperMesh

Windchill

Job description

About Pratt Miller, an Oshkosh company

Pratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development, engineering, prototype manufacturing, test & validation, and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster.

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 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:

• Experience in parametric 3D modeling and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• 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 is required.
• Minimum 8yrs engineering employment experience.
• BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive Engineering, or equivalent.

DESIRED SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Creo, NX, Catia, or Solidworks CAD experience.
• ANSYS, Hypermesh, or other FEA tool experience.
• Windchill product lifecycle management.
• Strong technical writing, communication, team, and organizational skills.
• 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-4pm core (minimum) work hours (typically 45hrs per week average).
• 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.

Pay Range:

$82,900.00 - $134,300.00

The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

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