Manufacturing Design Engineer

Hendrick Motorsports

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Hendrick Technical Solutions is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Design Engineer to support the production team. This role operates within a fast-paced, mission-critical environment, focusing on challenging and impactful projects that directly enhance national security. The engineer will be responsible for designing tooling, fixtures, work-holding, and manufacturing aids, as well as modifying existing components to improve manufacturability, quality, efficiency, and ease of assembly. This role will work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, and Design Engineering to identify production challenges and develop practical engineering solutions that can be implemented on the shop floor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field; equivalent practical experience may be considered.
• Experience designing tooling, fixtures, jigs, or manufacturing equipment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, machining, fabrication, welding, assembly, and production methods.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD and engineering drawings.
• Ability to interpret GD&T and apply sound engineering judgment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on, practical approach.
• Ability to work effectively with engineers, technicians, welders, machinists, and production personnel.
• NX CAD or related 3D CAD design software experience required.
• Proficiency in creating 3D models, detailed drawings, assemblies, and manufacturing documentation.
• Hands-on and comfortable working on the production floor.
• Able to take a manufacturing problem from identification through design, fabrication, and implementation.
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on practical, manufacturable solutions.
• Effective communicator who can work across Engineering and Production.
• Self-directed, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident or U.S. Person Status Required due to ITAR regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting production or prototype manufacturing environments preferred.
• Experience with robotic welding or welding fixture design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop production tooling, fixtures, jigs, work-holding, and assembly aids, including specialized fixtures for robotic welding stations.
• Design and support robot welding fixtures to ensure proper part location, alignment, repeatability, accessibility, and weld quality.
• Modify existing part designs and drawings to improve manufacturability, assembly, quality, and production efficiency.
• Work directly with production personnel to identify manufacturing issues and develop practical solutions.
• Create and maintain 3D models, detailed drawings, assemblies, and manufacturing documentation.
• Support the development and implementation of standardized manufacturing processes and work instructions.
• Troubleshoot tooling, fixture, robot station, and part-related production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering to ensure part modifications meet functional and engineering requirements.
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering and Production to improve cycle time, repeatability, ergonomics, and overall process capability.
• Support prototype, pilot, and production builds as required.
• Assist with the fabrication, testing, installation, and validation of tooling and fixtures.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and identify opportunities to reduce cost, waste, and production downtime.

Benefits

• This role operates within a fast-paced, mission-critical environment, combining the agility and innovation typical of a startup with the stability, proven culture, and established resources of Hendrick Technical Solutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level