Manufacturing Engineer - Design

FPD Company; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Profit-sharing 401(k)

Paid vacation

Floating personal holidays

Job summary

FPD Company, a subsidiary of Trigon Holding, Inc., seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to solve complex manufacturing challenges for titanium aerospace components and improve processes. You will design fixtures, tools, and fixturing, and review designs for manufacturability.

You will support RFQs with technical input, collaborate with production to meet timelines, and maintain precise documentation across projects. Join a growing global aerospace manufacturer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to interpret complex technical specifications, drawings, and data
• Experience with CREO CAD is preferred
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Ability to collaborate across engineering and manufacturing teams in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and manufacturing requirements
• ANSYS FEA software experience is a plus
• Knowledge of CNC machining, forging, and/or manufacturing processes is a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing solutions using 3D modeling to create customer geometry, tooling, and fixturing designs.
• Design fixtures, gauges, and tooling for production and inspection.
• Review product designs to ensure compliance with standards and manufacturing specifications.
• Support customer RFQs with manufacturability assessments and technical input.
• Partner with production teams to develop cost-effective tooling and fixturing meeting timelines.
• Create operation drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Develop manufacturing sequences and maintain MIS records.
• Lead and coordinate technical activities to resolve design, testing, and process-related challenges.
• Evaluate and approve engineering changes, specifications, and drawing releases.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Drawings interpretation

GD&T knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

CREO CAD

ANSYS FEA

Job description

Help Shape the Future of Aerospace Manufacturing

At FPD Company, a subsidiary of Trigon Holding, Inc., innovation takes flight. As a global leader in forged and machined titanium aerospace components, we partner with some of the world's most respected aerospace organizations to deliver precision-engineered solutions that power the future of flight.

We're looking for a Manufacturing Engineerwho thrives on solving complex challenges, improving manufacturing processes, and bringing innovative ideas to life. If you're passionate about engineering excellence and want to see your work make a direct impact on the aerospace industry, this is your opportunity.

What You'll Do

• Develop manufacturing solutions using 3D modeling software to create customer geometry, tooling, and fixturing designs.
• Design fixtures, gages, and tooling required for production and inspection.
• Review product designs to ensure compliance with engineering standards, customer requirements, and manufacturing specifications.
• Support customer RFQs with technical expertise and manufacturability assessments.
• Partner with production teams to develop cost-effective tooling and fixturing solutions that meet project timelines.
• Create operation drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Develop manufacturing sequences and maintain records within the MIS system.
• Lead and coordinate technical activities to resolve design, testing, and process-related challenges.
• Evaluate and approve engineering changes, specifications, and drawing releases.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to interpret complex technical specifications, drawings, and engineering data.
• Experience with CREO CAD preferred.
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering and manufacturing teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and complex manufacturing requirements.
• ANSYS FEA software experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of CNC machining, forging, and/or manufacturing processes is a plus.

Why Join FPD?

At FPD, you'll do more than engineer parts, you'll help build components that support mission-critical aerospace applications around the world. You'll join a collaborative team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and professional growth while offering the stability and resources of a growing global manufacturer.

We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Profit-sharing 401(k)
• Paid vacation
• Floating personal holidays

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to apply your engineering expertise, solve challenging manufacturing problems, and contribute to the future of aerospace, we'd love to hear from you.

FPD Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.