Mechanical Design Engineer (Tooling)

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leadings provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.
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• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee – regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, floating holidays, and parental leave—all eligible on your first day of employment!
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status.

The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and execution of tooling and manufacturing data for the operations business. Leverage experience in developing best practices, tooling process improvements, and new product tooling implementation.

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and execute tooling for complex engine hardware and critical components.
• Own technical aspects of assigned components/processes from concept through production.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to meet cost, performance, and durability goals.
• Lead tooling design and analysis with emphasis on manufacturability and operator usability.
• Perform reverse engineering and support evaluations of turbine components.
• Support manufacturing operations and ensure alignment with customer specifications.
• Mentor junior engineers and review technical work.
• Contribute to program goals, schedules, budgets, and technical priorities.
• Create CAD models and CNC programs; manage tooling cost and project timelines.
• Present technical work to internal and external stakeholders.

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ME or AE preferred)
• 3 years of experience in manufacturing design and reverse Engineering.
• Strong CAD/CAM background with tooling development focus, preferably NX. Strong understanding of proper CAD print and model creation. Capable of being self-sufficient in CAD duties with highly complex jobs.
• CNC Manufacturing experience utilizing NX CAM.
• Knowledge of various measuring techniques including CMM, optical scanning, gages and their use in developing designs.
• Interpretation of engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications.
• Operation skills with 3D scanning software and reverse engineering.
• Well versed in Additive Manufacturing capabilities and use cases specifically in a tooling environment.
• Knowledge of gas turbine manufacturing processes (casting & machining) and 3D CAD modeling is preferred.
• Working knowledge of program management tools.
• Understanding of FAA requirements and guidelines is preferred.
• Thoughtful and effective communications skills.

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.
Chromalloy participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.
Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.
In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please contact: https://www.chromalloy.com/contact-us/