Senior Design Engineer

Location: Bloomfield, CT

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: Mid Level

About the Position:

The company, Inc. is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to play a crucial role in the development of our rotary IC engines.

Requirements:

• BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong understanding of engines and design for manufacturing.
• 3+ years of professional experience with engine component design and simulation.
• Ability to self-direct and independently solve problems.
• Expertise in Solidworks.
• Expertise with mechanical/thermal/fluid simulation tools.

As Senior Design Engineer, You Will:

• Invent/generate ideas to improve the performance of The company’s engines.
• Create solid models and assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Lead technicians, interns, and junior engineers on design and analysis projects.
• Lead initial engine architecture/layout processes.
• Analyze component and system designs using hand calculations, software simulations, and experimental results.
• Create and release shop-ready drawings.
• Select and act as the primary contact for machine shops and suppliers from RFQ through incoming inspection.
• Oversee engine assembly processes and participate in hands-on assembly.
• Support engine testing.
• Create and follow standardized procedures related to engine design and analysis.
• Present ideas and results to management and engineering teams.
• Maintain a spirited, open-minded personality and “can-do” attitude.

Helpful Skills:

• Experience with advanced rotary and piston engine technologies (Miller cycle, HCCI, etc.).
• Professional experience with camshafts, bearings, gears, high-speed machinery.
• Good communication and proposal writing skills.
• Experience working in a machine shop/prototype environment.
• Training and experience with GT Suite, ANSYS, MATLAB.

Benefits:

• Flexible Time Off: Encouraging work-life balance with a flexible paid time-off policy.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Ownership: Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) offered to permanent employees.
• 401k Match: 100% matching up to 3% of your salary and 50% of contributions between 3-5%.
• Continuous Learning: Access to training programs, specialization courses, seminars, and other development resources.

About The company:

Based in Bloomfield, CT, The company develops compact, powerful, quiet, efficient, low-vibration, multi-fuel capable combustion engines. Valuing innovation, the company is always seeking individuals who bring fresh perspectives to the team.

The company is an equal opportunity employer, ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.