Mechanical Design Engineer (Onsite)

RTX•Carlsbad, CA
•$68,900 - $131,100•Onsite

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a highly motivated engineer to support the manufacturing maturation of Ceramic Matrix Composite (CMC) turbine components. CMCs enable higher operating temperatures in jet engine components and can help deliver engines that are more fuel efficient, lighter weight, and more durable for commercial and military applications. In this tooling design role, the engineer will collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to design, develop, and refine tools and fixtures supporting manufacturing and assembly processes. The role contributes to projects in a fast-paced environment and supports the testing, validation, and continued improvement of tooling.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
  • At least 2 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience with CAD software such as NX, CATIA, Creo, or SolidWorks.
  • Experience with GD&T principles, manufacturing processes, and assembly techniques.
  • Experience in problem-solving and analytical tasks related to mechanical design.
  • Experience collaborating within cross-functional teams.
  • U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under these programs.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience designing molds, assembly fixtures, machining fixtures, or other tooling used for composite or ceramic processing in the aerospace industry.
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and process improvement tools.
  • Experience with additive manufacturing and advanced tooling technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop tools, fixtures, and equipment to support manufacturing and engineering processes.
  • Create and update 3D models, technical drawings, and documentation using CAD software.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to ensure tools meet functional requirements and are optimized for production.
  • Support testing, validation, and troubleshooting of tools to ensure performance and quality standards are met.
  • Assist in improving tool design processes to enhance efficiency and reduce lead times.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards, company policies, and engineering best practices.
  • Research and evaluate tooling suppliers and support the purchasing process.
  • Train engineers and technicians on proper use of tooling.
  • Explore and implement new technologies to align with business goals.

Benefits

  • Relocation package
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) match
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee Scholar Program
  • Parental leave
  • Paid time off
  • Holidays
  • Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage
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