Mechanical Engineer, Vehicle Systems & Prototyping

Cessna Aircraft Company; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and analyze mechanical systems for vehicle assemblies. You will develop 3D models using Siemens NX or Pro/E, apply GD&T, and collaborate with CAD designers to produce accurate drawings and BOMs.

You'll perform FEA/CFD analyses, manage prototype parts and engines, and create test plans to ensure performance meets specifications, while supporting service manuals and engineering changes in a cross-functional team.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in vehicle systems.
• Experience with CAD tools and engineering software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow specifications and design requirements for mechanical systems during vehicle assembly.
• Design and analyze layouts, components, and drawings.
• Perform tolerance stack-up analyses using GD&T.
• Ensure CAD accuracy and organized records.
• Create 3D models using NX or Pro/E and coordinate with CAD designers.
• Run analyses (FEA/ CFD) and dynamic simulations on designs.
• Meet project schedules for drawings, BOMs, and cost objectives.
• Develop prototyping plans for new parts and engines in cross-functional teams.
• Assist assembly of prototype parts and engines.
• Create test and validation plans and monitor performance.
• Support BOMs and Engineering Change Notices.
• Contribute to service manuals and part books.

Skills

Vehicle systems experience

3D modeling & tolerancing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from ABET-accredited university

Tools

CAD

SolidWorks

Pro/E

UG-NX

CATIA

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and analyze mechanical systems for vehicle assemblies. You will develop 3D models using Siemens NX or Pro/E, apply GD&T, and collaborate with CAD designers to produce accurate drawings and BOMs.

You'll perform FEA/CFD analyses, manage prototype parts and engines, and create test plans to ensure performance meets specifications, while supporting service manuals and engineering changes in a cross-functional team.