Design Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in motorsports, military, or the automotive industry is required.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 would be helpful.
• NX CAD or related design software experience needed.
• Requires Ansys or related FEA software experience, as well as Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• This role subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements and as such, U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident or U.S. Person Status Required.

Nice To Haves

• Accountability – accept responsibility and account for his/her own actions.
• Accuracy – perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Analytical skills – possess critical thinking and reasoning skills to solve a problem.
• Verbal communication – ability to communicate effectively with others verbally.
• Written communication – demonstrate an ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Coordination – adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.
• Detail-oriented – will pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Organized – demonstrate being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Decision making – ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Adaptability – ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Deductive reasoning – ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Safety awareness – ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Problem solving – ability to find a solution for, or to deal proactively with, work-related problems.
• Technical aptitude – ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development of new projects from conceptual ideas to implementation.
• Generate 3D models, Assemblies, and 2D drawings, including defining and documenting manufacturing information.
• Conduct rigorous testing to validate and identify weaknesses with prototypes and make necessary improvements.
• Possess thorough knowledge of lightweight structures and load path analysis.
• Closely collaborate with internal and external departments to ensure accurate and timely manufacturing can occur.
• Communicate with engineers or defense personnel in order to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, or provide technical feedback.
• Consult with business development personnel and customers in the field for training and problem solving.
• Confer with government organizations on testing and documentational requirements.
• Ensure solutions meet functional safety and reliability requirements.
• Develop full knowledge of our in-house product lines.
• Be a role model for the mindsets and behaviors necessary to create an environment of trust, participation, and accountability.
• Mentor and advise the Junior Engineers in the department.
• Enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced, highly variable business.

Benefits

• Hendrick Motorsports provides a one-of-a-kind working experience where a diverse group of highly talented team members can work together to achieve a common goal.
• We are committed to embracing innovation with intensity to perform at the highest level expected by our dedicated sponsors and fans worldwide.
• Hendrick Motorsports continuously seeks skilled and talented individuals who are motivated and passionate about helping us meet our goals.