Performance Hard Parts Engineer

034Motorsport • Fremont, CA

26d • Onsite

About The Position

034Motorsport, a leading automotive aftermarket company, is currently seeking to hire a Hard Parts Engineer for our Fremont, CA location. We are a young, dynamic company with many exciting products and a reputation for excellent customer service in our industry. Our goal is to offer the best possible environment as a means to recruit and retain the very best individuals to be part of our team. The following position is to be located in Fremont, CA, and is for full-time, on-location employment only. Job Purpose: To join the hard parts engineering team in development, testing, simulating and analysis of high performance automotive products.

Requirements

• Strong CAD skills (Solidworks).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, and design to manufacture principals – sheet metal parts, castings, tube, plastics (injection, rotomold), machining (lathe, mill, multi-axis), and multi-process manufacturing.
• Experience with rapid development tools such as CMM arms, 3D scanners, and 3D printers.
• Experience with CAD to CAM process and limitations (CNC Mill, Lathe, Bender, Brake).
• Professional oral and written communication.
• Strong desire to satisfy the customer (whatever it takes).
• Take ownership of issues and drive to completion.
• Strong troubleshooting skills (ability to take a step-by-step analytical approach).

Nice To Haves

• Simulation and virtual validation of design, FEA and CFD (ex: Cosmoswork, etc) is a plus, but not required.
• Composite mold and layup experience a plus.
• Very strong design aesthetic.
• Industrial design experience is a huge plus.
• Interest in vehicle performance, and familiarity with Audi, VW and BMW vehicles is a plus.
• Automotive mechanical ability is a huge plus (has installed parts on their own car).

Responsibilities

• Use CAD software to draw component designs and create assemblies for both component and retail products.
• Validate that designs meet objectives by analyzing real world validation using test jigs, dynamometer and similar testing equipment.
• Determine best production methods and materials necessary to meet project objectives.
• Create and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Maintain project documentation and provide data as requested to marketing, sales and customer service personnel.
• Maintain QC documentation.
• Assist in the development of product assembly and retail installation instructions.
• Coordinate with internal procurement department on supplier selection for components and/or production.
• Coordinate with internal production and fabrication departments throughout the entire project design and life cycle.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed