Mechanical Design Engineer - Production Tooling
Description For Mechanical Design Engineer - Production Tooling
BETA Technologies is at the forefront of revolutionizing electric aviation through their innovative eVTOL and eCTOL products. As a Mechanical Design Engineer for Production Tooling, you'll play a crucial role in developing cutting-edge tooling, equipment, and processes for manufacturing these revolutionary aircraft.
The position combines practical engineering expertise with creative problem-solving, requiring you to leverage your industry experience while exploring new solutions through research and experimentation. You'll have access to advanced CAD modeling and analysis tools, including structural, thermal, and CFD capabilities, to ensure your designs meet all safety and regulatory requirements.
Your responsibilities will span from designing tools and fixtures to prototyping and testing, with a strong focus on manufacturing process optimization. You'll work closely with the product design team to enhance manufacturability and lead process development efforts. The role requires both technical expertise and hands-on capabilities, including machining and welding skills.
The ideal candidate brings a strong mechanical engineering background with at least 3 years of experience, proficiency in 3D CAD software, and expertise in various design aspects including composites and structural analysis. You'll be joining a vibrant, inclusive culture where your contributions directly impact environmental sustainability and the future of aviation.
BETA Technologies offers a supportive work environment that values diversity and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds. The position is based in South Burlington, VT, where you'll be part of a team dedicated to transforming the aviation industry through sustainable electric solutions.
Responsibilities For Mechanical Design Engineer - Production Tooling
- Design tools, jigs, fixtures, and machines to support manufacturing processes
- Develop solutions for efficiency, rate, quality, ergonomics, and safety
- Rethink manufacturing processes for optimization
- Work with product design team to improve manufacturability
- Lead process ideation, creation, and development efforts
- Support commissioning and validation of tooling and equipment
- Prototype and test tooling concepts
- Fabricate and modify parts including machining and welding
- Develop maintenance and troubleshooting documentation
- Stay current with manufacturing R&D
Requirements For Mechanical Design Engineer - Production Tooling
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering with Mechanical Design focus
- Minimum 3 years experience in mechanical design
- Proficiency with 3D CAD software (Solidworks or Catia preferred) with Structural FEA experience
- Proficiency with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (ASME Y-14.5)
- Experience in Composites, Thermal Design, Structural Analysis, Shock and Vibe
- Self-starter with good organization, discipline, and communication skills
- Proficiency with Google G-Suite
- Must be able to be active for 8-hour shift
- Able to lift 25lbs
- Able to work on computer for several hours
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