Sr. Model-Based Enterprise (MBE) Engineer Consultant

Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology (CCAT); East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 115,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

Disability benefits

Retirement plan with employer input

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology (CCAT) in East Hartford, CT seeks a Sr. MBE Engineer Consultant to evaluate and advance model-based engineering and digital thread initiatives across manufacturing partners.

You will lead NSE MBE Maturity Index assessments, develop practical implementation roadmaps, deliver workshops for business and technical leaders, and collaborate with CCAT teams to demonstrate MBD/MBE workflows.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional experience in engineering, manufacturing, digital engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Hands-on experience implementing MBD/MBE workflows.
• Knowledge of NSE MBE Maturity Index and its application.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturer capability assessments using NSE MBE Maturity Index and identify gaps.
• Develop and execute digital transformation roadmaps with MBD/MBE components.
• Conduct technical workshops for business and technical leaders on MBE adoption.
• Prepare technical assessment reports with actionable recommendations.

Skills

MBE maturity assessments

Model-Based Definition (MBD)

Digital thread

GD&T and PMI

Data interoperability

Technical reporting & presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

PTC Creo

CATIA

SOLIDWORKS

Teamcenter

Windchill

Job description

About CCAT

Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology (CCAT) is a manufacturing technology innovation and readiness center focused on helping manufacturers adopt advanced technologies and strengthen their operations. We work with companies across manufacturing and industrial supply chains to evaluate, implement, and integrate the adoption of digital, 3D printing and other critical technologies. By leveraging engineering expertise in model-based definition, digital thread, and additive manufacturing along with technical evaluations, technology demonstrations, and hands‑on training, CCAT enables companies to accelerate technology adoption and upskill employees to improve productivity and profitability.

Why This Role Matters

The Sr. MBE Engineer Consultant supports manufacturers in evaluating, developing, and advancing their model-based engineering and digital manufacturing capabilities. This role serves as a technical subject matter expert in Model-Based Definition (MBD), Model-Based Enterprise (MBE) implementation, and digital thread technologies, with a primary focus on conducting MBE maturity assessments and developing actionable industry adoption strategies.

The Sr. MBE Engineer Consultant works directly with manufacturers to evaluate organizational capabilities using the NSE MBE Maturity Index, identify gaps in existing engineering and manufacturing processes, and develop practical implementation roadmaps. This position requires extensive industry experience in MBD and a strong understanding of how model-based data is created, managed, validated, and consumed throughout the product lifecycle, with an emphasis on the design‑manufacture‑inspection (DMI) phases.

The position also supports CCAT's Digital Thread Lab through technical consulting, technology demonstrations, industry engagement, and collaboration with internal technical teams to advance the adoption of MBE technologies. The position requires teaching and leading workshops for business and technical leaders as well as practitioners to assess and recommend MBE adoption practices.

How You’ll Make an Impact

MBE Maturity Assessments & Industry Consulting

• Support the development and execution of a technical consultative process that integrates into its technology adoption process.
• Lead manufacturer capability assessments using the NSE MBE Maturity Index, evaluating current-state engineering and manufacturing practices, identifying gaps, and establishing actionable pathways toward higher levels of MBE maturity.
• Develop and execute digital transformation roadmaps that incorporate MBD implementation, digital product definition standards, downstream data consumption, software interoperability, and workforce readiness.
• Support manufacturers in progressing toward Level 4 and higher MBE capabilities through targeted technology demonstrations, pilot projects, process improvements, and technical consulting.
• Facilitate technical discussions with organizational leadership, engineering teams, manufacturing personnel, and quality professionals to understand existing processes, technologies, and operational challenges.
• Analyze assessment findings, identify capability gaps, and develop actionable short-, medium-, and long-term recommendations for advancing MBE adoption.
• Prepare comprehensive technical assessment reports documenting organizational capabilities, current-state observations, target maturity levels, and proposed implementation strategies.
• Present assessment findings and recommendations to industry partners and provide technical guidance on potential next steps.
• Provide technical subject matter expertise in MBD, MBE, digital thread concepts, and related engineering and manufacturing technologies.
• Evaluate the creation, validation, exchange, management, and downstream consumption of model-based product definition data for clients.
• Apply knowledge of industry standards, including ASME Y14.5, ASME Y14.41, STEP AP242, and Quality Information Framework (QIF), to support industry implementation and interoperability.
• Assess and provide recommendations on engineering software and systems, including CAD, CAM, PDM/PLM, MES, ERP, and digital quality applications.
• Support the development and demonstration of model-based workflows involving engineering design, manufacturing planning, digital work instructions, and inspection.
• Identify opportunities to improve data continuity, reduce manual processes, and strengthen integration across the digital product lifecycle.
• Work with manufacturers to identify practical opportunities for implementing model-based technologies and improving existing engineering and manufacturing workflows.
• Develop technical recommendations and implementation strategies based on organizational resources, current capabilities, and desired business outcomes.
• Support technology evaluations, demonstrations, and pilot projects that validate MBD/MBE applications within manufacturing environments.
• Collaborate with CCAT technical staff and external technology providers to identify software solutions and technical resources that support industry adoption.
• Provide technical guidance to organizations navigating challenges related to technology integration, workforce readiness, process standardization, and organizational change.

Technical Collaboration & Knowledge Transfer

• Support CCAT's Digital Thread Lab by providing technical expertise for industry training programs, technology demonstrations, and applied research initiatives.
• Collaborate with CCAT technical trainers and curriculum developers to identify emerging industry requirements and opportunities for enhancing MBD/MBE training offerings.
• Participate in technical workshops, industry meetings, and program activities that support the advancement of model-based engineering practices.
• Maintain awareness of emerging digital engineering technologies, industry standards, and best practices to support the continued development of CCAT's technical capabilities.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support other advanced manufacturing, digital engineering, and technology adoption initiatives and technical consulting activities as required.
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field (Master's degree preferred).

What Helps You Succeed

• Must be a U.S. person as defined by U.S. export control regulations and able to comply with all applicable export control requirements.
• At least 7 years of professional experience in engineering, manufacturing, digital engineering, or a related technical discipline, including significant hands‑on experience implementing MBD/MBE workflows.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the NSE MBE Maturity Index and its application to evaluating organizational model-based engineering capabilities.
• Extensive knowledge of Model-Based Definition, semantic Product Manufacturing Information (PMI), Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), and digital product definition standards.
• Experience with industry‑standard CAD and PLM platforms, such as Siemens NX, PTC Creo, CATIA, SOLIDWORKS, Teamcenter, or Windchill.
• Working knowledge of engineering data exchange standards and formats, including STEP AP242 and QIF.
• Strong understanding of engineering design, manufacturing, quality assurance, and product data management processes within an industrial environment.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex technical processes, identify capability gaps, and develop practical implementation recommendations.
• Experience preparing technical reports and presenting findings to technical and nontechnical audiences.

Nice to Haves

• Experience providing engineering consulting or technical advisory services to small and medium‑sized manufacturers.
• Experience conducting MBE maturity assessments using the NSE MBE Maturity Index or equivalent organizational capability assessment frameworks.
• Experience supporting MBE transformation initiatives, digital thread implementation, or enterprise‑wide engineering modernization programs.
• Familiarity with model‑based inspection, digital work instruction development, and manufacturing process integration.
• Background in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries.
• Experience delivering technical demonstrations, facilitating workshops, or providing industry‑focused technical training.
• Familiarity with software tools used for model validation, interoperability analysis, and downstream MBD consumption.

What the Work Environment Looks Like

This is a full‑time, onsite role, typically Monday through Friday. The position involves frequent computer use, internal and external communication, and work within office, engineering, and advanced manufacturing laboratory environments. Travel to client manufacturing facilities and program locations required. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

What We offer

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long and short‑term disability benefits
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Paid time off and holidays

Position Information

• Reports to: Sr. Technical Trainer & Curriculum Manager
• Manage Others: No
• Job Type: Exempt
• Employee Type: Full‑Time
• Location: East Hartford, CT (Onsite)
• Travel Requirement: 20-30% state and regional travel - more in first year to develop new relationships
• Relocation Assistance: No
• Compensation: $115K - $120K

CCAT is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.