Mechanical Design Engineer - Engine

Arctic Cat; Thief River Falls (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Arctic Cat in Minnesota is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer - Engine to support design and development of engine-related systems for snowmobiles and off-road vehicles. You will work on 2- and 4-stroke engines, fuel delivery, exhaust, and turbocharging components, and assist with vehicle integration and NVH improvements.

Candidates should have a B.S. in engineering and at least two years of engine experience; proficiency with Siemens NX and experience with CAD, FEA/CFD tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science in Engineering required.
• 2 or more years of relevant experience working with engines and powertrain related components.
• Unigraphics NX, Team Center, SAP and ANSYS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish specifications and design requirements for new or revised designs for engines and components.
• Design and analyze layouts, components, and detail drawings and apply drawing tolerances using spec limits and GD&T and perform accurate tolerance stack-up analyses.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of all CAD work and maintain well-organized records. Utilize 3D modeling software (Siemens NX) to produce models and drawings, and/or work with CAD designers to produce 3D models and drawings of new and revised designs.
• Perform analysis and calculations for engine component designs using computer-based analysis and simulation techniques which may include FEA, CFD, and dynamic simulation tools.
• Provide efficient and timely completion of all drawings, calculations, bills of materials, and cost objectives according to project schedules.
• Develop and oversee prototyping plans for new parts and engines and work in cross functional teams to procure and fabricate prototype parts in a timely manner.
• Oversee the assembly of prototype parts and engines to ensure accurate build of products.
• Create appropriate test and validation plans for new and revised designs and monitor to ensure performance that meets or exceed the design requirements.
• Assist in the development and accuracy of Bills of Material (BOMs) and Engineering Change Notice (ECNs).
• Support the development of service manuals and part books.

Skills

Engine experience

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Engineering

Tools

Unigraphics NX

Team Center

SAP

ANSYS

Job description

Description

Arctic Cat is hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer - Engine. In this role, you will support the design and development of engine-related systems for Arctic Cat snowmobile and off-road vehicles. Key areas of focus include 2- and 4-stroke engines, fuel delivery systems, exhaust systems, and turbocharging components. Additional responsibilities may include assisting with vehicle integration, engine mounting, and noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) improvements. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of engineering design principles and a working knowledge of manufacturing and quality processes related to these systems.

• Establish specifications and design requirements for new or revised designs for engines and components
• Design and analyze layouts, components, and detail drawings and apply drawing tolerances using spec limits and GD&T and perform accurate tolerance stack-up analyses.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of all CAD work and maintain well-organized records. Utilize 3D modeling software (Siemens NX) to produce models and drawings, and/or work with CAD designers to produce 3D models and drawings of new and revised designs.
• Perform analysis and calculations for engine component designs using computer-based analysis and simulation techniques which may include FEA, CFD, and dynamic simulation tools.
• Provide efficient and timely completion of all drawings, calculations, bills of materials, and cost objectives according to project schedules.
• Develop and oversee prototyping plans for new parts and engines and work in cross functional teams to procure and fabricate prototype parts in a timely manner.
• Oversee the assembly of prototype parts and engines to ensure accurate build of products.
• Create appropriate test and validation plans for new and revised designs and monitor to ensure performance that meets or exceed the design requirements.
• Assist in the development and accuracy of Bills of Material (BOMs) and Engineering Change Notice (ECNs).
• Support the development of service manuals and part books.

Requirements

• Bachelor's of Science in Engineering required
• 2 or more years of relevant experience working with engines and powertrain related components.
• Unigraphics NX, Team Center, SAP and ANSYS preferred

This position is structured across several experience levels. The salary range is aligned to the level of experience and responsibilities associated with each level.