JE Pistons, Inc., the leader in forged racing pistons, manufactures pistons for high performance engines, combining technical excellence with responsiveness to meet and exceed customer needs. We are seeking an Application Design Engineer who is passionate about the automotive or powersports performance industry.
Basic Requirements
Design Engineer job responsibilities include determining design specifications from customer requirements to design forged and billet pistons using SolidWorks. Additional responsibilities include assigning appropriate machine processes and tooling to manufacture pistons, overseeing piston designs throughout the manufacturing process, and resolving problems during production. The qualified candidate will possess the following knowledge and experience:
- Solid background in internal combustion engine technology, both hands-on and theory
- Familiarity with precision measurement tools including micrometers, height gauges, dial indicators, and calipers
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and concepts through previous work and educational experience
- High level of self-initiative with the ability to conceptualize, implement, manage, and execute multiple projects and asks with minimal supervision
- Must be able to work within Six Sigma teams to identify and address quality issues
- Understanding of lean principles, FMEA, and GD&T is a plus
- Must be a motorsports enthusiast with a strong passion for performance and commitment to continual improvement