Design Engineer

AppleTree Staffing is seeking a skilled Design Engineer to join our engineering clients team on the west side of Indianapolis, focusing on the design, analysis, and development of high-performance composite structures for race vehicles, aerospace, and defense industries. If you have a strong understanding of composite materials and a passion for optimizing structural performance through advanced material technologies, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Design & Development: Engineer and evaluate composite materials and structures for prototype applications across various industries.

• Material Selection: Partner with suppliers to identify optimal composite materials, including carbon fiber, fiberglass, and Kevlar, based on project requirements.

• Structural Performance: Perform in-depth analysis and testing to ensure components meet strength, stiffness, and durability standards.

• Manufacturing Optimization: Collaborate with production teams to enhance composite part fabrication, including refining autoclave curing and lay-up techniques.

• Testing & Quality Assurance: Supervise static, fatigue, and environmental testing to validate product performance and reliability.

• Technical Documentation: Create comprehensive design reports, test plans, manufacturing guidelines, and failure analysis assessments.

• Innovation & Research: Contribute to R&D initiatives aimed at advancing composite materials, improving manufacturing processes, and expanding application possibilities.

• Team Integration: Work closely with engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure seamless project execution and on-time delivery of superior-quality products.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Composite Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

• 2-5 years in composite materials engineering, preferably in aerospace or racing.

• Strong knowledge of composite materials, fabrication methods, and industry standards.

• Proficiency in CAD software for 2D and 3D modeling.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with advanced composite manufacturing (lamination, autoclave curing, part finishing).

• Knowledge of Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software – 3 and 5-Axis CNC programming.

• Familiarity with Industrial Control Software – PLC control systems.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• IRA with company match

• Paid time off & holidays

• Flexible work schedule

If you meet these requirements, apply or call 317-887-0747 today! Interviews will begin immediately!

JOB TYPE: Full-Time

SHIFT: 1st

PAY: $80-130K/Year