Design Engineer (CG)

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About the Organization Horstman is an established participant on major defense programs, both domestically and internationally, and is recognized for competitive, best-value program delivery, design engineering, subcontract management, and risk management on urgent and complex programs. The origins of Horstman have a long legacy of engineering and manufacturing. Horstman is a 100+ year-old company with the distinction of pioneering work in the automotive industry in the 1920's and 30's, designing and manufacturing a number of innovative engineering solutions. Horstman is most known for the development of alternative suspension systems, which today is the largest part of Horstman business. The name "Horstman suspension" also refers to suspensions built by the Horstman company (now Horstman Defence Systems Ltd or its subsidiaries), whether of the bogie type, torsion beam design, hydrogas, hydropneumatic or other.

Horstman, Inc., is part of a century-old company. With such a storied establishment comes its own culture and practices. Additionally, Horstman, Inc is building its own culture and practices as a supplier to North American customers and is a part of the US defense market.

Horstman seeks the best candidates to ensure the success of its goals and objectives. The company defines the requirements of each position with a job description and agreement by the company leadership that the new position is warranted. Position information is posted in various locations both internally and externally as deemed necessary. Each potential candidate is reviewed either directly or screened through a third party to ensure acceptability. The company will schedule interviews as appropriate to the position to confirm the skills and knowledge of the prospective candidate and follow ups are made for offers of employment or other communications as determined necessary by the company.

Category Engineering

Description

HORSTMAN

Horstman is a developer of suspension systems for both the defense and commercial markets. Horstman has a pedigree of developing innovative suspension solutions for both tracked and wheeled vehicles since the 1920's. Horstman is looking for driven, technical engineers, interested in helping Horstman stay at the forefront of suspension technology for the next 100 years.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

Perform design engineering on vehicle suspension components and systems for defense and commercial product lines. The Design Engineer role is a Non-supervisory role preparing; CAD solid models and 2D drawings, calculations for component tolerances and fits, and overall preparation of technical data packages. Design new, modified, and/or improved components and kits for applications in accordance with engineering standards & project scope of work. Position will require working closely with manufacturing and component suppliers to optimize designs for wide variety of applications.

PRIMARY FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create and maintain 3D models using Solidworks

• Create and maintain manufacturing drawings using Solidworks

• Implement GD&T when necessary on manufacturing drawings

• Perform GD&T stack up calculations

• Manage configuration control of TDP with PDM Software

• Perform feasibility studies on potential projects with multiple suspension configurations.

• Select appropriate material based off service requirements

• Design manufacturing fixtures, test stands, and specialized tooling.

• Structure and enter Bills of Materials into ERP system

• Manage file structure within Solidworks PDM

• Follow workflow process to release parts and drawings to manufacturing

• Process ECR's and associated documentation

• Work closely with customer, including occasionally presenting to the customer

• Work closely with Project Engineering staff to develop new designs

• Communicate complex concepts, both written and verbal to co-workers, customers, and suppliers.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering or other related degree

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a design/manufacturing environment

• Excellent computer skills including but not limited to all MS Office products

• Must be energetic, highly motivated, self-starting individual, with a strong capability for self-learning and driven to complete projects.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Have a design experience working with the following materials: Stainless Steels, Tool Steels, Titanium, Aluminums)

• Design experience with hydraulic power units and associated tubing, hose, and fitting styles associated with hydraulic systems.

• Past work experience in the defense industry

• Significant suspension design experience with on/off-road wheeled & tracked vehicles

Position Requirements

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, although the individual can be exposed to loud noise situations occasionally.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; walk; reach with hands and arms; and talk; or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; sit; use hands, handle, or feel; climb or balance; and stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and depth perception.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS:

Occasionally required to wear safety helmets, safety shoes and safety glasses.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift Days

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Hiring Manager(s) Karla Trosen

Req Number ENG-24-00001

Location Horstman Inc.

This position is currently accepting applications.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT: Horstman is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline and termination.