Senior Design Engineer

Cygnus Professionals Inc.
Foxborough, United States of America
yesterday

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Foxborough, United States of America

Tech stack

Computer-Aided Design
Adobe InDesign
Autodesk Inventor
Fluid
SolidWorks (CAD)
Software Tools
Foxboro
Siemens NX
Ansys

Job description

  • Perform engineering design analyses including tolerance stack-ups and hand calculations to ensure optimal fit, form, and function
  • Develop detailed mechanical designs, layouts, and drawings using CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, and Siemens NX
  • Conduct FEA and CFD simulations using ANSYS or equivalent tools to validate structural, thermal, and performance requirements
  • Build and test prototypes to verify product functionality, safety, and reliability
  • Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain teams to ensure Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and cost efficiency
  • Create and maintain Bill of Materials (BOMs), engineering documentation, and reports within PLM systems
  • Apply and review GD&T standards (ASME Y14.5) to ensure design accuracy and quality
  • Support certification and compliance activities (FAA, TCCA, OEM standards)
  • Participate in design reviews and provide technical leadership throughout the product lifecycle
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across engineering processes and tools
  • Communicate project status and updates effectively with stakeholders and customers
  • Ensure compliance with export control regulations
  • Travel locally to customer sites as required, Work on cutting-edge aerospace technologies with a globally recognized industry leader, contributing to innovative engineering solutions and high-impact projects.

Requirements

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Design Engineer with strong expertise in mechanical design and aerospace component development. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical knowledge, hands-on experience in advanced engineering tools, and the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams., * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline

  • 8+ years of hands-on mechanical engineering experience
  • Strong proficiency in CAD tools: SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, Siemens NX
  • Experience with FEA/CFD analysis tools such as ANSYS
  • Proven experience in aerospace component design and analysis
  • Excellent communication and technical documentation skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams
  • Strong customer-facing and stakeholder management skills

? Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience designing hardware integrated with electronics or avionics systems
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and engineering outsourcing models
  • Exposure to project/program management
  • Experience in developing standard work, processes, and documentation
  • Commitment to core values such as integrity, accountability, continuous learning, and customer focus

???? Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work at a desk for extended periods
  • Comfortable navigating manufacturing environments
  • Ability to lift up to 15 lbs when required

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