Sr. Engineer, Fiberglass Design

Dover Corporation; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Corporation's OPW division is seeking an experienced Design Engineer to drive design and development of composite-based components in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage ECN/doc control, and advance prototypes from concept through testing while maintaining schedule and cost targets.

Responsibilities include material research, advanced analysis, mold design, and cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing, quality, and purchasing to

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years work experience in Design Engineering (fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred).
• Experience in composite design and manufacturing techniques for structural applications utilizing Lite Resin Transfer Molding, Resin Transfer Molding, Compression Molding, Injection Molding, Reaction Injection Molding Processes, and SMC.
• 3D CAD experience with solid modeling, data management, and analysis software (NX, ANSYS, Siemens TeamCenter, Oracle, preferred).
• Background in Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process and Product Development Process (PDP) is a plus.
• Experience with commercial and industry standards (ISO-9001, NFPA, UL, EPA, AASHTO, ASTM, ANSI, ASME, etc.).
• Demonstrates the ability to solicit the cooperation of others and positively influence the efforts and dynamics of work teams.
• Professional presentation skills, persuasive communication skills, adept listening, and highly developed interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assure that design and development tasks are carried out according to OPW Product Development process map.
• Identify cost savings projects and designs. Complete these projects from start to finish on time and within budget.
• Lead projects through a stage-gate process.
• Conduct research on alternative composite materials, resin, fabrics, and processing methods to optimize desired performance attributes for product and process design.
• Utilizes advanced composite analysis techniques and modeling to develop innovative product solutions to meet customer expectations.
• Must have strong attention to detail to complete designs, maintain document control processes, ECN releases and create BOMs & part number set up.
• Coordinate all phases of development, including creation, prototypes, testing, and analysis. Areas of design emphasis include Injection molding, rotational molding, multi-layer extrusion profiles, cast iron, stainless steel, and brass components.
• Conduct detailed element structural analysis of composite and metallic components and assemblies to verify product performance.
• Design molds to efficiently process raw composite materials to meet material, design, and manufacturing requirements.
• Ability to simultaneously work on multiple strategic projects.
• Evaluate field and production issues, recommend improvements as necessary.
• Support Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality Control, Sales, Marketing, Inventory Control, Production and Human Resources as needed.
• Operate well in a team environment with other functional departments providing input and guidance in a timely manner.
• Participate in cost reduction programs and coordinate cost reductions as necessary.
• Support manufacturing of composite products through sustainability and productivity projects.
• Encourage and foster an environment for new ideas and innovation.
• Other activities as needed.

Skills

Design engineering

Project leadership

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Detail orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 2-year associate’s with equivalent design experience

Tools

NX

ANSYS

Siemens TeamCenter

Oracle

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assure that design and development tasks are carried out according to OPW Product Development process map.
• Identify cost savings projects and designs. Complete these projects from start to finish on time and within budget.
• Lead projects through a stage-gate process.
• Conduct research on alternative composite materials, resin, fabrics, and processing methods to optimize desired performance attributes for product and process design.
• Utilizes advanced composite analysis techniques and modeling to develop innovative product solutions to meet customer expectations.
• Must have strong attention to detail to complete designs, maintain document control processes, ECN releases and create BOMs & part number set up.
• Coordinate all phases of development, including creation, prototypes, testing, and analysis. Areas of design emphasis include Injection molding, rotational molding, multi-layer extrusion profiles, cast iron, stainless steel, and brass components.
• Conduct detailed element structural analysis of composite and metallic components and assemblies to verify product performance.
• Design molds to efficiently process raw composite materials to meet material, design, and manufacturing requirements.
• Ability to simultaneously work on multiple strategic projects.
• Evaluate field and production issues, recommend improvements as necessary.
• Support Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality Control, Sales, Marketing, Inventory Control, Production and Human Resources as needed.
• Operate well in a team environment with other functional departments providing input and guidance in a timely manner.
• Participate in cost reduction programs and coordinate cost reductions as necessary.
• Support manufacturing of composite products through sustainability and productivity projects.
• Encourage and foster an environment for new ideas and innovation.
• Other activities as needed.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Composite Engineering, Material Science, or 2-year associate’s degree with equivalent design experience.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years work experience in Design Engineering (experienced in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred).
• Experience in composite design and manufacturing techniques for structural applications utilizing Lite Resin Transfer Molding, Resin Transfer Molding, Compression Molding, Injection Molding, Reaction Injection Molding Processes, and SMC.
• 3D CAD experience with solid modeling, data management, and analysis software. (NX, ANSYS, Siemens TeamCenter, Oracle, preferred).
• Background in Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process and Product Development Process (PDP) is a plus.
• Experience with commercial and industry standards (ISO-9001, NFPA, UL, EPA, AASHTO, ASTM, ANSI, ASME, etc.).
• Demonstrates the ability to solicit the cooperation of others and positively influence the efforts and dynamics of work teams.
• Professional presentation skills, persuasive communication skills, adept listening, and highly developed interpersonal skills.

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