Layup Parts

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

California, U.S.

Full-Time

$140,000 – $190,000 per year

TLDR

Create and implement advanced equipment solutions to enhance automation on the production floor, significantly improving efficiency and technician capabilities.

What You Will Work On:

Design equipment to support process improvement and automation throughout the factory floor.

Own equipment from design, test, install and commission, and ensure durability for long term production applications.

Collaborate with software, controls, and production teams to ensure equipment meets functions as intended.

Develop and implement training programs for new equipment.

Develop and implement the mechanical solution architecture working with a Chief Engineer.

Experience Required:

Be awesome! Be the kind of person you want to work with!

8+ years of experience as an engineer with a proven track record of exceptional ability driven by engineering fundamentals.

Strong CAD experience (NX or Solidworks preferred).

Capable of driving projects single handedly with limited guidance or input.

Experience designing parts (preferably composite and/or metallic), systems and mechanisms.

Understanding of manufacturing methods (machining, sheet metal, composites, 3D printing, injection molding, composite lamination, etc)

Familiarity working in startups or small teams.

Comfortable moving fast and being a part of a quickly changing environment.

Strong understanding of first principles physics.

Preferred:

Basic proficiency in machining, metal fabrication, composites fabrication, and 3D printing.

Have some level of coding/software knowledge (C++, Python, Matlab, VBA, Arduino, etc).

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift 25 pounds at times.

Equal Opportunity

Layup is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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Layup Parts

Layup Parts is a technology-driven manufacturing startup that specializes in producing composite tooling and parts for the aerospace, defense, and motorsports sectors. We leverage advanced technology to streamline production and deliver high-quality parts faster and at a lower cost than traditional methods, allowing our clients to stay ahead in their development of cutting-edge products.

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