PERFORMANCE HARD PARTS ENGINEER

034Motorsport, a leading automotive aftermarket company, is currently seeking to hire a Hard Parts Engineer for our Fremont, CA location. We are a young, dynamic company with many exciting products and a reputation for excellent customer service in our industry. Our goal is to offer the best possible environment as a means to recruit and retain the very best individuals to be part of our team. The following position is to be located in Fremont, CA, and is for full-time, on-location employment only. **Job Purpose:** To join the hard parts engineering team in development, testing, simulating and analysis of high performance automotive products. This position reports to the Hard Parts Group Manager. **Responsibilities:** - Use CAD software to draw component designs and create assemblies for both component and retail products. - Validate that designs meet objectives by analyzing real world validation using test jigs, dynamometer and similar testing equipment. - Determine best production methods and materials necessary to meet project objectives. - Create and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM). - Maintain project documentation and provide data as requested to marketing, sales and customer service personnel. - Maintain QC documentation. - Assist in the development of product assembly and retail installation instructions. - Coordinate with internal procurement department on supplier selection for components and/or production. - Coordinate with internal production and fabrication departments throughout the entire project design and life cycle. **Requirements:** - Strong CAD skills (Solidworks). - Simulation and virtual validation of design, FEA and CFD (ex: Cosmoswork, etc) is a plus, but not required. - Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, and design to manufacture principals – sheet metal parts, castings, tube, plastics (injection, rotomold), machining (lathe, mill, multi-axis), and multi-process manufacturing. - Experience with rapid development tools such as CMM arms, 3D scanners, and 3D printers. - Experience with CAD to CAM process and limitations (CNC Mill, Lathe, Bender, Brake). - Composite mold and layup experience a plus. - Professional oral and written communication. - Strong desire to satisfy the customer (whatever it takes). - Take ownership of issues and drive to completion. - Strong troubleshooting skills (ability to take a step-by-step analytical approach). **Preferred Experience:** - Very strong design aesthetic. Industrial design experience is a huge plus. - Interest in vehicle performance, and familiarity with Audi, VW and BMW vehicles is a plus. - Automotive mechanical ability is a huge plus (has installed parts on their own car). If you are interested in this exciting and influential position, please click the Apply For This Position button below, upload a detailed resume and cover letter, and fill out the application. Soon after you complete these steps, you will receive an email thanking you for applying that will also have a link to the next step in the candidate review process.