What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer, Body Structure Design & Release Engineer position at Our Next Energy?
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop the tube frame architecture and load paths for dune buggy and ATV platforms
- Build parametric NX models, drawings, and assemblies; apply GD&T; release in Teamcenter (TC)
- Create and own the EBOM/MBOM and PFEP (part numbers, revision control, sourcing, MOQ, lead time, packaging, containerization)
- Lead supplier DFM/DFA: tube sizing, bend radii/K-factors, notch details, weld access, fixture strategy, heat-affected zone considerations
- Run quick analyses (SimSolid/Ansys) for stiffness, strength, buckling, and fatigue; validate with beam theory and joint hand calculations
- Drive cost targets using should-cost and quote reviews; propose value-engineering changes
- Define tolerance stacks; collaborate on weld fixtures and assembly sequencing to hit station time targets
- Support prototypes and builds (Alpha/Beta/DV/PV): resolve issues, author ECR/ECOs, verify first-time-through
- Work with suspension, powertrain, and packaging engineers to lock hardpoints and interfaces
- Document design rationale and test plans; prepare concise design reviews