What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Design / CAD Engineer position at Wright Industries?
We are seeking a highly technical Structural Design / CAD Engineer to drive the mechanical design and structural validation for our ambulance lines (Type 1, 2, and 3). Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for engineering robust vehicle module structures and taking ownership of the design. From initial 3D conceptualization in Autodesk Inventor to final 2D production drawings. You will utilize Nastran FEA to validate structural integrity, ensuring all designs meet the strict geometric and payload constraints provided by the engineering leadership team.
Key Responsibilities
- Structural Design: Develop parametric 3D CAD models of vehicle module structures and floorplans using Autodesk Inventor.
- Simulation & Validation: Perform finite element analysis (FEA) using Nastran to validate structures for stress, fatigue and survivability against defined engineering parameters.
- Production Detailing: Generate precise, manufacturing-ready 2D drawings and flat patterns in AutoCAD for fabrication, welding, and assembly teams.
- Weight & Balance: Conduct continuous payload, weight distribution, and center of gravity calculations utilizing NTEA UltraMod to ensure OEM chassis compliance.
- Manufacturing Optimization: Design for manufacturability by standardizing parts, optimizing material usage, and creating designs that allow for rapid production with repeatable quality.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Demonstrated expertise in Autodesk Inventor (3D modeling, sheet metal, structural frame generation) and AutoCAD (2D detailing).
- Proven experience conducting FEA utilizing Nastran, with a strong understanding of dynamic loads, material fatigue, and structural yield.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of aluminum fabrication, welding processes, tolerances, and structural design.
- Direct experience in the emergency vehicle, heavy truck, or automotive upfitting industry.
- Experience with mass-production environments and automating repetitive CAD processes.
If you’re energized by solving complex problems, thinking outside the box, and helping build an organization that refuses to accept “that’s how it’s always been done,” we’d like to talk.
Come help us build the country’s best specialty vehicles.
Benefits:
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $51,577 - $70,692