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Design Engineer

Software Guidance & Assistance
Huntersville, NC Contractor
POSTED ON 5/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/9/2026
Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Design Engineer for an opportunity with one of our premier clients in Huntersville, NC.

OVERVIEW: Design engineer with core responsibilities including product and system design and development. This position will be based out of the Huntersville, NC office with travel required to support customers up to 1.5 hours away. This position will require onsite support. The focus will be mechanical system design using CAD and structural analysis (FEA), supported by systems modeling to substantiate the lower-level decisions. This position's responsibilities will span from initial concepts through detailed drawing execution while working within a project team under the review of a design team lead. System-level design responsibility is expected in this position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND SKILLS: Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Vehicle and Product System Design and Development.
System physics modeling and characterization.
CAD system and component concept development and packaging.
Application of linear-static Finite Element Analysis in design optimization.
Technical drawing generation.
Prepare and present project status reports.
Test design, development, and reporting (DVP&R).

Project Support.
Support and resolve customer problems using mechanical, analytical, CAE and project management skills.
Prepare technical specifications.
Develop testing methods and procedures.
Investigate alternative business opportunities.
Support manufacturing by answering questions and responding to ECRs.
Present results to and take direction from external customers.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, tasks relating to the following area will be assigned as required.
Experience in parametric 3D modeling and ASME Y14.5-Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
Motorsport industry experience. (NASCAR preferred)
Be a team player.
Have great attention to detail.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong work ethic and pride in their work products.
Be interested in technology and learning new things.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
Minimum 3yrs engineering employment experience.
BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive Engineering, or equivalent.

REQUIRED SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Experience in Siemens NX 2406 or newer - parametric 3D modeling.
ANSYS Mechanical Analysis
Windchill product lifecycle management helpful
Full Vehicle understanding and how systems interact with each other
Mechanical Design - not limited to billet/sheetmetal
Composite, mold and tooling design.
Strong technical writing, communication, team, and organizational skills.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint).

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SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.

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