Product Engineer

Fiber Materials•Biddeford, ME

10h

About The Position

FMI is seeking an experienced and motivated Product Engineer to join the Advanced Materials group within the Research and Technology team. The role supports and leads 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 teams. Work may include process development, tooling innovation, structural prototyping, process automation, and test plan definition and execution. The Product Engineer contributes throughout the full development cycle, from fundamental research and process development through prototype manufacture and testing to production support. The role applies scientific reasoning and engineering fundamentals to experiments and research that advance the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) of material systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline; mechanical engineering preferred.
1–3 years of relevant professional engineering experience.
Ability to follow technical direction and communicate results.
Ability to follow safety practices for handling materials and operating processes.
Strong first-principles engineering knowledge.
Ability to read, interpret, and execute technical instructions, procedures, drawings, manuals, work orders, and travelers, and to document applied processes.
Creative yet disciplined mindset.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Respectful demeanor and strong work ethic.
Excellent attention to detail.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Familiarity with SolidWorks or other CAD design tools.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated results in technical problem solving, product and process development, and support of customer-focused programs and services.
Experience writing basic process procedures or instructions.
Active security clearance or ability to obtain a clearance.
PLC programming experience.
Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks and Abaqus.
Experience with GD&T and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

Work with team members to develop manufacturing methods for high-temperature thermal protection material systems.
Assist materials, process, manufacturing, and quality engineers in resolving processing and procedural issues and creating component fixtures and tooling solutions.
Develop, implement, and sustain policies, standards, and procedures for engineering and technical work.
Follow good manufacturing procedures and document activities for component traceability.
Participate in and lead the creation of design review documentation.
Write technical reports and provide technical updates.
Develop technical documentation for projects to support parametric outcomes.
Confer with management, production, facilities, and EHS staff about project specifications, objectives, and procedures.
Ensure safety procedures and processes are followed and compliant.
Apply quality standards to projects to ensure compliance with certification requirements in plant applications.
Support and lead development, prototyping, and processing of novel carbon and ceramic composite materials and structures.
Conduct experiments and research to advance the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) of material systems.