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Design Engineer - Project Lead

Composite Approach
Redmond, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 4/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/9/2026

Composite Approach is a growing, AS9100 certified, contract composite manufacturer located in beautiful Central Oregon. We support a range of customers including aerospace, autonomous vehicles, medical equipment, and recreational vehicles. Our business thrives through partnering with individuals and companies to make their innovations a reality and by supporting their ongoing manufacturing needs. We offer a dynamic working environment that encourages both personal and company growth. 


Composite Approach is committed to building relationships, with our employees and our customers, based on trust, honesty, integrity, and respect.  And we work to ensure that our culture reflects these values.  We are a tight knit crew that values others and our families, while encouraging work/life balance. 


Composite Approach is seeking an ambitious, self-motivated, career-oriented engineer with a great attitude. This position offers excellent potential for growth in a cutting-edge field, with the added bonus of enjoying the Central Oregon lifestyle. 


Skills and Responsibilities: 

  • Partner with clients to realize their vision by creating exceptional composite solutions  
  • Develop and maintain internal instructions to ensure compliance with customer requirements, safety regulations and quality standards (AS9100) 
  • Promote a commitment to continuous improvement in all facets of our work 
  • Reports to Engineering Manager 


Attributes for Success: 

  • Minimum of five (5) years hands-on experience in composite design 
  • Ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of internal and external stakeholders 
  • Expertise using Solidworks  
  • Relevant BS or MS degree 
  • Represent Composite Approach, as a visible member of the team, in a professional manner consistent with the standards and values of the company 
  • Motivated to learn, be flexible, and take on new tasks  
  • Passion for improving process, equipment dependability, and productivity 
  • Team player who works well in a collaborative environment or independently 
  • Available normal business hours with occasional weekend/overtime work totaling 40 hours/week 
  • Familiarity with FEAMAP/NX Nastran or alternative FEA platform desired 
  • Aerospace systems design experience desired 

 

Compensation:  

  • Salary: DOE. 
  • Benefits: Health/Dental insurance, IRA, paid time off. 


Visit our website at www.compositeapproach.com to learn more about what we do, who we are and if our shop is something you’d like to be a part of. Composite Approach is a drug free environment. Please help us keep it that way. 

Thank you. 

Job Type: Full-time 

 

To Apply: 

Submit a cover letter and resume to info@compositeapproach.com 

Composite Approach is an equal opportunity employer. 

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