Product Design Engineer - Aviation Fuels

Job Description

Job Description

Product Design Engineer, Aviation Fuels

Indianapolis, IN

Summary  
· The Product Design Engineer is responsible for the design, development, customization, testing, qualification and continuous improvement of aircraft fueling equipment such as fueling pits, filtration assemblies, hose handling systems and associated fueling infrastructure.
· To provide mechanical engineering design expertise and support to the Engineering Team for delivery of both product and project related engineering solutions.

Main Tasks and Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

· Design and develop aviation fueling equipment and mechanical systems.
· Create and maintain SolidWorks models, drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), specifications, manuals, and other engineering documentation.
· Perform engineering calculations, tolerance analyses, design validation, and product performance evaluations.
· Develop new products and customer-specific modifications while supporting ongoing research and development initiatives.
· Gain and maintain a thorough understanding of existing products, systems, and solutions.
· Prepare technical and material submittals and respond to customer comments following project award.
· Manage engineering change requests (ECRs) and engineering change orders (ECOs).
· Support manufacturing, quality, sourcing, sales, service, testing, commissioning, and Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) activities.
· Drive continuous improvement, cost reduction, and product enhancement initiatives.
· Ensure compliance with DABICO's design, documentation, quality, and delivery standards, as well as contractual obligations.
· Identify, assess, mitigate, and escalate technical, product, and project risks as required.
· Specify and select proprietary and purchased components for equipment designs.
· These functions may change from time to time to reflect the changing requirements of your position and our business needs.

 

Required Skills  
· SolidWorks, EPDM/PDM
· Familiar with GD&T standards
· Interpersonal and communication skills
· Project management
· Technical documentation
· Creativity & Innovation

· Analytical and problem-solving skills
· Teamwork

Preferred Experience and Knowledge  
· Aviation fueling systems
· EI and JIG Aviation Fueling Standards and ATA 103
· Fluid handling systems
· Industrial equipment
· Valves and Pumps
· Filtration systems.

Qualifications
· Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace engineering or relevant field required
· 4+ years' product design experience
· 4+ years' manufacturing experience
· Experience with manufacturing drawings and BOMs.
· Highly organized, with the ability to effectively manage multiple projects concurrently.
· Ability to execute tasks in an efficient manner without sacrificing quality
· Must be flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities and procedures.
· Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Work Environment and Mobility Requirements
· Office-based role with regular interaction across commercial, engineering and manufacturing functions.
· Travel 20% to sites, suppliers, and other customers