Sr. Engineer, Fiberglass Design

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.

Requirements:

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.