Model Based Definition Engineer

HireBridge Recruiting; Connecticut; Presencial; USD 115 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

HireBridge Recruiting, LLC is seeking an experienced Model-Based Definition Engineer to help manufacturing organizations evaluate, adopt, and deploy modern engineering and digital manufacturing practices. The role emphasizes MBD/MBE, digital thread technologies, and digital transformation planning across design, planning, production, and inspection.

The ideal candidate combines hands-on technical depth with the ability to assess organizational capabilities, develop implementation strategies, and

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in manufacturing engineering, digital engineering, or related technical field.
• Significant hands-on experience implementing MBD/MBE workflows.
• Strong understanding of digital product definition, PMI, GD&T, and engineering data standards.
• Familiarity with ASME Y14.5, ASME Y14.41, STEP AP242, and QIF.

Responsabilidades

• Lead technical assessments of manufacturing organizations to evaluate their model-based engineering and digital manufacturing capabilities.
• Assess current engineering, manufacturing, quality, and product data management practices.
• Apply MBE maturity assessment frameworks to evaluate capabilities and identify improvements.
• Identify gaps in model-based definition, engineering data management, and downstream information use.
• Develop practical short-, medium-, and long-term digital transformation recommendations.
• Create implementation roadmaps to advance model-based engineering capabilities.
• Prepare technical assessment reports documenting findings and recommended improvements.
• Present findings and recommendations to engineering teams, manufacturing leaders, and business stakeholders.

Conhecimentos

MBD workflows

MBE

Digital thread

Engineering consulting

Manufacturing engineering

GD&T

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field

Master's degree (preferred)

Ferramentas

Siemens NX

PTC Creo

CATIA

SOLIDWORKS

Teamcenter

Windchill

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Salary: $115,000–$120,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications

Job Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Schedule: Monday–Friday, with occasional schedule flexibility
Travel: Approximately 20–30% regional travel, potentially higher during initial onboarding and relationship development

Position Summary

An advanced manufacturing technology organization is seeking an experiencedModel Based Definition Engineerto help manufacturing companies evaluate, develop, and implement modern engineering and digital manufacturing practices.

This position focuses on Model-Based Definition (MBD), Model-Based Enterprise (MBE), digital thread technologies, and manufacturing digital transformation.

The successful candidate will serve as a technical subject matter expert, working directly with manufacturers to evaluate their current engineering and manufacturing capabilities, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop practical technology adoption strategies.

A primary responsibility is conducting MBE maturity assessments and developing implementation roadmaps that help manufacturers improve the creation, management, validation, exchange, and downstream use of digital product definition data.

This role combines advanced manufacturing engineering, technical consulting, technology evaluation, digital transformation planning, and industry training.

Who Would Be a Great Fit for This Role?

We are particularly interested in experienced engineering professionals who understand how digital engineering data moves from product design through manufacturing and inspection.

Strong candidates may come from backgrounds such as:

• Manufacturing Engineers with Digital Transformation Experience: Professionals who have implemented model-based manufacturing workflows, digital work instructions, or integrated engineering and production systems.

• Model-Based Definition (MBD) Engineers: Engineers experienced in creating and managing 3D model-based product definitions, semantic PMI, and GD&T.

• Digital Manufacturing Engineers: Individuals who have helped manufacturers modernize engineering processes, improve data continuity, and integrate digital manufacturing technologies.

• CAD/PLM Implementation Specialists: Professionals with hands-on experience implementing or improving engineering software environments, product data management systems, and digital workflows.

• Manufacturing Engineering Consultants: Experienced engineers who enjoy evaluating manufacturing operations, identifying technology gaps, and helping organizations implement practical improvements.

• Aerospace or Defense Manufacturing Engineers: Professionals familiar with complex engineering data, regulated manufacturing environments, and model-based product definition requirements.

The ideal candidate combines hands-on technical expertise with the ability to assess organizational capabilities, develop implementation strategies, and communicate recommendations to both engineering teams and business leaders.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys technical problem-solving, consulting, training, and helping manufacturers adopt advanced technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Digital Engineering & Manufacturing Assessments

• Lead technical assessments of manufacturing organizations to evaluate their model-based engineering and digital manufacturing capabilities.

• Assess current engineering, manufacturing, quality, and product data management practices.

• Apply established MBE maturity assessment frameworks to evaluate organizational capabilities and identify improvement opportunities.

• Identify gaps in model-based definition practices, engineering data management, manufacturing integration, and downstream information use.

• Develop practical short-, medium-, and long-term digital transformation recommendations.

• Create implementation roadmaps to help manufacturers advance their model-based engineering capabilities.

• Prepare technical assessment reports documenting findings, capability gaps, maturity levels, and recommended improvements.

• Present findings and recommendations to engineering teams, manufacturing leaders, and business stakeholders.

Model-Based Definition & Digital Engineering

• Provide technical expertise in Model-Based Definition (MBD), Model-Based Enterprise (MBE), and digital thread technologies.

• Evaluate how digital product definition data is created, validated, managed, exchanged, and used throughout the manufacturing lifecycle.

• Assess model-based workflows connecting engineering design, manufacturing planning, production, and quality inspection.

• Apply relevant engineering standards, including ASME Y14.5, ASME Y14.41, STEP AP242, and Quality Information Framework (QIF).

• Evaluate the use of semantic Product Manufacturing Information (PMI), GD&T, and model-based product definitions.

• Assess engineering software environments, including CAD, CAM, PDM/PLM, MES, ERP, and digital quality systems.

• Identify opportunities to improve software interoperability, data continuity, and digital information exchange.

• Recommend improvements that reduce manual processes, strengthen data accuracy, and support more efficient manufacturing operations.

Technology Implementation & Process Improvement

• Work with manufacturing organizations to identify practical opportunities for adopting digital engineering technologies.

• Develop implementation strategies based on existing capabilities, operational requirements, and business objectives.

• Support technology evaluations, pilot projects, and demonstrations of model-based engineering applications.

• Provide technical guidance on integrating digital product definition data into manufacturing and inspection processes.

• Recommend approaches for improving engineering workflows, process standardization, and technology adoption.

• Collaborate with engineering teams, technology providers, and manufacturing personnel to evaluate software solutions.

• Support manufacturers navigating technical integration challenges, workforce development needs, and organizational change.

Technical Consulting, Training & Collaboration

• Facilitate technical discussions with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and organizational leadership teams.

• Conduct technical workshops and presentations focused on model-based engineering and digital manufacturing adoption.

• Support advanced manufacturing demonstrations and applied technology initiatives.

• Collaborate with technical specialists and training professionals to develop relevant educational programs and demonstrations.

• Translate complex engineering concepts into practical recommendations for technical and nontechnical audiences.

• Maintain awareness of emerging digital engineering technologies, industry standards, and manufacturing best practices.

• Manage multiple technical consulting engagements, assessments, and project deliverables.

• Support additional manufacturing technology and engineering improvement initiatives as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in manufacturing engineering, digital engineering, or a related technical field.

• Significant hands-on experience implementing Model-Based Definition (MBD) or Model-Based Enterprise (MBE) workflows.

• Strong understanding of digital product definition and model-based manufacturing practices.

• Knowledge of semantic Product Manufacturing Information (PMI), GD&T, and engineering data standards.

• Familiarity with ASME Y14.5, ASME Y14.41, STEP AP242, and QIF.

• Experience working with industry-standard CAD and PLM software platforms, such as Siemens NX, PTC Creo, CATIA, SOLIDWORKS, Teamcenter, or Windchill.

• Knowledge of engineering design, manufacturing planning, quality inspection, and product data management processes.

• Understanding of how engineering data is used throughout the design, manufacturing, and inspection lifecycle.

• Experience evaluating technical processes, identifying capability gaps, and recommending practical improvements.

• Strong analytical, technical consulting, and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience preparing technical reports and presenting recommendations to technical and nontechnical audiences.

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Ability to independently manage multiple technical initiatives and customer engagements.

• Must meet applicable U.S. Person requirements under export control regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.

• Experience conducting Model-Based Enterprise maturity assessments using established industry frameworks.

• Familiarity with the NSE MBE Maturity Index.

• Experience developing digital engineering or model-based manufacturing implementation roadmaps.

• Previous engineering consulting or technical advisory experience.

• Experience supporting small and medium-sized manufacturing organizations.

• Background implementing digital thread technologies or enterprise engineering modernization initiatives.

• Experience with model-based inspection, digital work instructions, or manufacturing process integration.

• Aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing industry experience.

• Experience facilitating technical workshops, training programs, or technology demonstrations.