Composites Engineer

Fiber Materials•Biddeford, ME

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Fiber Materials Inc. (FMI) is seeking an experienced and motivated R&T Engineer to join the Advanced Materials group within the Research and Technology team. As the R&T Engineer, you will support and lead the development, prototyping, and processing of novel carbon and ceramic composite materials and structures in coordination with materials engineers, process engineers, project managers, machinists, manufacturing, and quality. Tasks could include process development, tooling innovation, structural prototyping, process automation, and test plan definition and execution. You will also handle activities that will encompass the full development cycle, from fundamental research to process development to prototype manufacture and test to production support. The R&T Engineer also applies sound scientific reasoning and fundamentals when conducting experiments and research activities to advance the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) of the material systems.

Requirements

Bachelors’ degree in an Engineering discipline; mechanical engineering preferred
2+ years of relevant experience
Prior experience with fabrication of composite materials
Demonstrate results in technical problem solving, product and process development and supporting customer focused programs and services
Ability to follow technical direction and communicate results
Ability to follow all safety practices for handling materials and operating processes
Experience with writing basic process procedures or instructions
Awareness of potential hazards and to apply proper care and consideration
Ability to read, interpret, and execute technical instructions, procedures, drawings, manuals, work orders and travelers, as well as document applied processes
Capable of working independently as well as in a team environment
Respectful, with a strong work ethic
Excellent attention to detail
Strong oral and written communication skills
Familiarity with SolidWorks or other CAD design tools
Basic computer skills; Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Outlook

Nice To Haves

Possess an active security clearance or the ability to obtain a clearance.
PLC programming experience preferred
Experienced in CAD (Solidworks, Abaqus)
Experienced with GD&T and engineering drawings

Responsibilities

Works with team members to develop manufacturing methods for high temperature thermal protection material systems
Assists materials, process, manufacturing, and quality engineers to solve processing and procedural issues, and create component fixtures and tooling solutions
Develops, implements, and sustains policies, standards, and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed
Adhere to good manufacturing procedures and document all activity for component traceability
Participate and lead design review documentation creation
Write technical reports and give technical updates
Develops technical documentation for all projects to support parametric outcomes
Confer with management, production, facilities, and EHS staff to discuss project specifications, objectives, and procedures
Ensures that safety procedures and processes are followed and compliant
Applies quality standards to projects to ensure compliance with certification requirements in plant applications