Product Design Engineer, Fuel Systems

Top Source Talent, LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Source Talent, LLC is seeking a Product Design Engineer to design and develop aviation fueling equipment and mechanical systems for critical fueling infrastructure. You will create SolidWorks models, BOMs, specs, and documentation, and support cross-functional teams. The role requires a bachelor’s in mechanical or aerospace engineering, 4+ years in product design and manufacturing, and U.S.

work authorization. Travel approx.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in mechanical, aerospace, or related field.
• 4+ years’ product design experience.
• 4+ years’ manufacturing experience.
• Experience with manufacturing drawings and BOMs.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop aviation fueling equipment and mechanical systems.
• Create and maintain SolidWorks models, BOMs, specifications, manuals, and other engineering documentation.
• Perform engineering calculations, tolerance analyses, design validation, and product performance evaluations.
• Develop new products and customer-specific modifications while supporting R&D initiatives.
• Gain and maintain understanding of existing products, systems, and solutions.
• Prepare technical and material submittals and respond to customer comments after project award.
• Manage engineering change requests and ECOs.
• Support manufacturing, quality, sourcing, sales, service, testing, commissioning, and FAT activities.
• Drive continuous improvement, cost reduction, and product enhancement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with aviation fuel systems design, documentation, quality, and delivery standards.

Skills

SolidWorks

GD&T

Communication

Technical documents

Creativity

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

EPDM/PDM

Job description

The Product Design Engineer is responsible for the design, development, customization, testing, qualification and continuous improvement of aircraft fueling equipment such as fueling pits, filtration assemblies, hose handling systems and associated fueling infrastructure.

To provide mechanical engineering design expertise and support to the Engineering Team for delivery of both product and project related engineering solutions.

This role requires a U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident work status.

Main Tasks and Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop aviation fueling equipment and mechanical systems.
• Create and maintain SolidWorks models, drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), specifications, manuals, and other engineering documentation.
• Perform engineering calculations, tolerance analyses, design validation, and product performance evaluations.
• Develop new products and customer-specific modifications while supporting ongoing research and development initiatives.
• Gain and maintain a thorough understanding of existing products, systems, and solutions.
• Prepare technical and material submittals and respond to customer comments following project award.
• Manage engineering change requests (ECRs) and engineering change orders (ECOs).
• Support manufacturing, quality, sourcing, sales, service, testing, commissioning, and Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) activities.
• Drive continuous improvement, cost reduction, and product enhancement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with aviation fuel systems design, documentation, quality, and delivery standards, as well as contractual obligations.
• Identify, assess, mitigate, and escalation technical, product, and project risks as required.
• Specify and select proprietary and purchased components for equipment designs.
• These functions may change from time to time to reflect the changing requirements of your position and our business needs.

Required Skills

• SolidWorks, EPDM/PDM (must have current SolidWorks experience)
• Familiarity with GD&T standards
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Technical documentation
• Creativity & Innovation
• Analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Experience and Knowledge

• EI and JIG Aviation Fueling Standards and ATA 103
• Valves and Pumps

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace engineering or relevant field required
• 4+ years’ product design experience
• 4+ years’ manufacturing experience
• Experience with manufacturing drawings and BOMs.
• Highly organized, with the ability to effectively manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to execute tasks in an efficient manner without sacrificing quality
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities and procedures.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Work Environment and Mobility Requirements

• Office-based role with regular interaction across commercial, engineering and manufacturing functions.
• Travel 20% to sites, suppliers, and other customers