Composite Material and Manufacturing Engineer/Scientist

E-Solutions Group - Zephyrhills, FL

Full-time

Zephyrhills, FL

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services

About the position

The Composite Material and Manufacturing Engineer/Scientist position is a critical role focused on the development and analysis of composite materials, particularly fiberglass and epoxy composites. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in composite material science, polymer engineering, mechanical engineering, or chemistry, along with a minimum of five years of relevant experience. This role requires a deep understanding of composite structural analysis and damage mechanics, as well as the ability to set up structural methods to ensure that failure modes are effectively resolved and margins to failure are quantified. In this position, the engineer/scientist will be responsible for creating test protocols and conducting structural testing. They will interpret the findings from these tests and compare them to the performance of the product, ensuring that all results are documented thoroughly. Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) modeling and analyses, particularly using software such as ANSYS or NX Nastran, is essential. The candidate should also be proficient in hand calculation methods to validate FEA results. The role involves leading cross-functional teams in new product development, guiding projects from concept through to commercialization. This includes conducting FEA on new products and validating results during production and installation phases. The engineer/scientist will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with both internal and external regulations and protocols by completing necessary documentation. Additionally, the position requires collaboration with Process Technicians to troubleshoot any issues that arise, facilitating structured problem-solving activities to ensure that root causes are identified and corrective actions are validated and controlled. The engineer/scientist will develop Bills of Materials (BOM) for new products and work closely with quality and warranty teams to reduce defects. Familiarity with SolidWorks CAD is also required, as is experience in assessing the performance of composite structures in various environmental conditions, including corrosion, wetness, radiation, and soil exposure.

Responsibilities

• Create test protocols and conduct structural testing of composite materials.
• Interpret findings from structural tests and compare them to product performance.
• Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) modeling and analyses using ANSYS or NX Nastran.
• Lead cross-functional teams in new product development from concept to commercialization.
• Conduct FEA on new products and validate results during production and installation.
• Complete documentation to ensure compliance with internal and external regulations.
• Assist Process Technicians in troubleshooting problems as they arise.
• Facilitate structured problem-solving activities to identify root causes and validate corrective actions.
• Develop Bills of Materials (BOM) for new products.
• Collaborate with quality and warranty teams to reduce defects.

Requirements

• Master's degree in composite material science, polymer engineering, mechanical engineering, or chemistry.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in composite materials and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of fiberglass and epoxy composite materials and damage mechanics.
• Understanding of composite structural analysis and failure modes.
• Experience in creating test protocols and conducting structural testing.
• Proficiency in FEA modeling and analyses, preferably with ANSYS or NX Nastran.
• Experience with SolidWorks CAD.
• Ability to develop BOM for new products.
• Experience in assessing the performance of composite structures in various environmental conditions.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the performance of composite structures in construction environments.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance in manufacturing processes.