Mechanical​/Structural design engineer

Mechanical/Structural Design Engineer

Johnson Service Group is looking for a Engineering Contractor 5 (Mechanical/Structural design engineer) to work in Savannah, GA. Required. Qualified candidates will have:

- Thorough understanding of structures and mech system design criteria including design loads and durability (fatigue and corrosion) - Solid understanding of design and manufacturing processes involved for both metallic and composite parts with a focus on design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA) - Solid understanding of 3D Model Based Definition (3D MBD), and the application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) for details and assemblies Preferred candidates will also have:

- Proficiency in CATIA V5 workbenches: part design (machined parts), sheet metal, Composite Part Design (CPD), FT&A, Kinematics, Knowledge Based Engineering (KBE) tools including use of parameters, design tables, and Visual Basic macros
- Proficiency in Smar Team PLM database Prior work experience with Gulfstream aircraft design

Responsibilities include:

- Maintain type design definition of the aircraft by producing the form, fit, and function documentation
- Engage various engineering, manufacturing and product support teams to complete designs
- Participate in design reviews
- Prepare engineering reports and presentations
- Mentoring to junior engineers when required Position

Purpose:

Guides successful completion of major engineering programs, or conceives research in areas of considerable scope and complexity supporting the development and production of Gulfstream products and services.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

1. Selects appropriate methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to resolve complex engineering issues.
2. Consulted extensively by associates and others as a recognized authority within the field.
3. Anticipates and resolves complex issues in creative and effective ways, developing standards and guides for diverse engineering activities.
4. Approach to problem solving balances technical product, cost and schedule.
5. Works without appreciable direction- work is reviewed from a long-range perspective for desired results.
6. Exercises latitude in determining technical objectives of assignments, and makes decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative. Additional Functions:
Maintains a current knowledge of developments in the field of specialty and/or other related aircraft fields in order to recommend innovations to improve quality and effectiveness of company product Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or technical related curriculum applicable to the respective job position required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 10 yrs in specific technical discipline or 15 yrs broad eng experience in several technical disciplines with Bachelors. Experience credit considered for related adv degrees limited to 2 yrs for Masters and 4 yrs for Ph D in fields applicable to this job.

JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.