Engineer – Design

General Description

Responsible for the design, development, and implementation of equipment, tooling, gauges, fixtures, and manufacturing aids used throughout wind blade production processes. This role focuses on improving safety, quality, efficiency, ergonomics, and productivity by developing innovative engineering solutions and error-proofing systems that optimize manufacturing operations within TPI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in the design, development, and coordination of manufacturing equipment, tooling, gauges, fixtures, and related systems.
• Experience leading projects and coordinating technical personnel or fabrication teams.
• Advanced proficiency in 3D mechanical design, ensuring product quality, functionality, and manufacturability.
• Strong working knowledge of SolidWorks, CATIA, Pro/E (Creo), fabrication drawings, GD&T, SMED, and Poka-Yoke methodologies.
• Experience with manufacturing processes, continuous improvement initiatives, and cost-reduction projects.
• Intermediate to advanced Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience using ANSYS and/or SolidWorks Simulation.
• Ability to interpret Bills of Materials (BOMs), mechanical drawings, technical specifications, and customer requirements.
• Experience generating detailed fabrication and assembly drawings.
• Conversational English proficiency required.

Preferred Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement.