Product Design Engineer - Fuel Systems

Product Design Engineer, Fuel Systems

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.

This role requires a U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident work status.

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 aviation fuel systems 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 (must have current SolidWorks experience)
Familiarity 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