Composite Design Engineer

at  Fibreworks Composites LLC

WHO IS FIBREWORKS COMPOSITES?

Fibreworks Composites was founded in 2009 and is privately owned by Guenther Steiner and Joe Hofmann. In 2019 Joe and Guenther decided to launch an AS9100 / ISO certified sister company called Composite Factory. Composite Factory’s primary focus is to diversify our business into Aerospace, Aero structures, Aviation and Defense, and the Medical industries that require a higher level of traceability and certification. Our core mission is to exceed our customers’ needs by embracing challenges that surpass the capabilities of our competitors.
Rooted in our extensive motorsport experience, our philosophy fosters a unique and dynamic work environment, empowering us to tackle a multitude of challenges. We are fully vertically integrated which enables us to complete tight timelines and exceed customer expectations.
Come be a part of where the energy is; where the future of the composites industry is going and where leading edge technology companies come to develop the next generation of composite structures.

JOB SUMMARY:

If you are excited to produce innovative, intelligent designs for Composite Production, in a timely manner with respect to Project schedules, while optimizing ease of manufacturing, cost, weight, and function then we want to talk to you!

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Combination of indoor and outdoor activities with varying conditions
• Requires walking, standing, sitting, climbing, balancing, bending, reaching, handling, stooping, kneeling, and crouching
• Ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds
• May involve operating material handling equipment in a safe manner
• Work may include exposure to variable noise levels, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, etc., requiring personal protective equipment
• Some positions may require working with small parts/components, necessitating excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Specific vision abilities required, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Fibreworks Composites is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background or for any other reason.

• Complete a departmental rotation to learn FWC’s processes, ending in Engineering
• Produce accurate 3D models, preliminary layouts, laminating production details, in line with scheduled release dates
• Prepare drawings and other engineering data required for the manufacturing of Composite parts and / or data submittal to the customer
• Act as a shop liaison during initial production of new product designs to prevent and/or solve any engineering issue that may arise
• Identify problems and develop solutions
• Maintain awareness of emerging solutions and technologies that may be applied to Composite manufacturing
• Collaborate with vendors to examine supplier lead times, costs and availability for parts and tooling necessary to manufacture the product being designed
• Maintain and build relationships with customers
• Must adhere to health and safety procedures, and all workplace policies
• Other responsibilities as assigned