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We fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense and theme park industries. With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage.
The Composites Engineer IL will provide engineering and program management support for the Advanced Composites department. The role will ensure quality products are produced that meet or exceed customer expectations while ensuring program objectives are met within the budget and scope of the program. The Composites Engineer II will provide technical support to the production of quality composite products.
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Responsibilities:
- Provide engineering and program management for multiple composite programs for multiple customers.
- Ensure quality products are produced that meet or exceed customer expectations.
- Work with design team to provide detailed production specifications for composite products.
- Develop work instructions, tooling plans, manufacturing aids and overall composite manufacturing process.
- Develop composite material solutions.
- Support senior engineering team to develop composite material solutions.
- Manage business aspects of multiple concurrent programs and ensure financial targets and timing are met while maintaining established quality standards.
- Manage, lead, train, coach, and mentor program team(s) related to their job responsibilities. Plan, schedule, and oversee project manager activities and monitor program(s) status.
- Actively maintain customer relationships to ensure customer satisfaction and quality of service.
- Managing all production logistic activities associated with materials, labor, budgeting, and production for assigned programs.
- Act as liaison with the customer and program staff to properly identify and process scope changes, address issues and communicate regarding program milestones. Actively maintain customer relationships to ensure customer satisfaction and quality of service.
- Develop and execute large program plans. Manage day-to-day build operations supporting department management. Manage the execution of continuous quality improvement activities.
- Collect data from customers, suppliers, Bill of Material, and other resources to prepare presentations and reports. Review program(s) status daily and report percentage of completion.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- Minimum of 2 years of composite experience.
- Strong Excel skillset.
- Ability to use Computer Aided Design (CAD) software systems.
- Ability to manage small to medium programs.
- Ability to communicate effectively in all forms (in person, vocal, written).
- Bachelor’s degree in Composites.
- 2 years of composite experience in an automotive environment.
- U.S. Citizen allowing for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliance.
- Knowledge of Project Management Professional (PMP) principles.
- Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) abilities.
- Knowledge of mechanical testing processes.
Our full-time benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, earned sick time, STD, LTD, 401K, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, paid vacation, and paid holidays.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering
- Minimum of 2 years of composite experience
- Strong Excel skillset
- Ability to use Computer Aided Design (CAD) software systems
- Ability to manage small to medium programs
- Ability to communicate effectively in all forms (in person, vocal, written)
- Bachelor's degree in Composites
- 2 years of composite experience in an automotive environment
- Knowledge of Project Management Professional (PMP) principles
- Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) abilities
- Knowledge of mechanical testing processes
Roush Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as platinum-level and affordable, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, telemedicine, and wellness supports such as EAP, diabetes, and tobacco-cessation programs. Core protections like short- and long-term disability and life/AD&D are highlighted as strengths.
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Retirement Support — An employer-matched 401(k) is emphasized, with plan features such as profit-sharing elements, auto-enrollment, and loan availability that enhance accessibility. The retirement offering is characterized as competitive and a standout within the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation, paid holidays, and earned sick time are provided alongside leaves for family/medical needs, pregnancy/adoption, military duty, jury duty, and bereavement. The breadth supports varied time-off needs across different life events.
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