Prototype Cast Mfg Company, Inc. is a leader in the development and manufacturing of industrial aluminum cast components. Now our mission is to lead the commercialization of carbon fiber complex molding through the development of a price-competitive, high-performance reinforcement for composite components. Carbon fiber-reinforced composites are remarkable in their performance characteristics and properties that include high strength, low weight, high stiffness, corrosion resistance, heat resistance, and electrical conductivity. Our target markets include wind energy, automotive, offshore drilling, marine, infrastructure, and many other diverse industrial markets.
Job Description
The Composite Materials R&D / Engineer / Intern will support manufacturing and R&D activities through the product design cycle. We are seeking materials, composites; mechanical engineer with min. 2 years of experience in materials, CAD designs, product evaluation and new product development Candidate will carry out designs, testing, evaluation and development of composite products in support of a wide variety of carbon composite applications.
The successful candidate will work within a cross functional team, providing leadership in the areas of composite materials to develop new or improved materials technologies to enable the commercialization of carbon fiber composites.
The Engineer will report to the CEO, Director.
Responsibilities will include:
Assist in composite material characterization, and existing product support.
Assist in new products and applications development – assist in project development of new programs and applications.
Support sales and marketing to analyze and benchmark the company’s products against competitive products and generate technical data for customers.
Support existing and potential customers through the evaluation and troubleshooting of products using Carbon Fiber materials.
Assist sales/marketing by providing technical knowledge and support to expand the applications for the company’s products.
Assist in the definition and support of the development cycle of new applications and troubleshoot product issues by conducting mechanical experiments, chemical analysis, physical analysis, and statistical studies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Composite Engineering or related discipline required
2 - 4 years of relevant materials or composites experience required
Understanding of various composite technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes
Working knowledge of various test methods including ASTM, ISO, and other relevant industry standards
Experience with TGA, DSC, and Rheometer preferred
Experience with CAD design software, solidworks, ability to change CAD files
Some experience with fixture/tooling design and development
Demonstrate hands on ability with previous work
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Project management knowledge and experience a plus
Additional Information
Compensation & Benefits:
PCMI offers a competitive pay and benefits package. Benefits include:
- Medical plan
- Prescription drug benefits
- Vacation
- Holiday pay
- 401(k) program.
- Optional Short term and long term disability coverage
- Optional life insurance
- Optional Dental plan
- Optional Vision insurance
