Project Engineer (Manufacturing/Mechanical)

Job Description

Thermal Structures, a subsidiary of HEICO Corporation, a NYSE traded company, has thrived by serving niche segments of the industrial, aviation, defense, space and electronics industries by providing innovative and cost-saving products and services. HEICO’s high-energy culture focuses our Team Members on providing high quality products and services to our customer base, which is made up of most of the world’s airlines and the defense industry. Our leadership approach creates a dynamic environment that continually challenges our Team Members to perform their best. Forbes Magazine recently ranked HEICO as one of the 100 “Best Small Companies” and 200 “Hot Shot Stocks”.

Thermal Structures, Inc. has become the industry leader in thermal protection by providing products and support that exceeds customer expectations. Our challenge is to design and manufacture heat shield solutions for even the most complex applications. From concept to production, we have the resources to meet this challenge with products that offer world class quality and value.

Thermal Structures is currently recruiting a Project Engineer for their Plainfield, Indiana facility. The Project Engineer carries out the goals of the Engineering department under the direction of the Engineering Manager.

The following is a list of tasks which are included in the Project Engineer's responsibilities:

Discuss product applications with customers and offer technical solutions.

Review customer requirements in the form of drawings and/or other information and select the product materials and manufacturing methods which will meet the needs of the customer.

Direct the development of product models and drawings to describe the company's product and/or work with the customer to ensure that their drawings adequately describe the product to be made.

Prepare all documents needed by tooling and manufacturing departments in order to build tooling, make parts and inspect parts.

Support the Marketing departments quotation efforts by estimating resources, materials and determining the feasibility for potential projects.

Direct programs to develop new materials, manufacturing techniques or products.

Keep abreast of industry developments, especially in the areas of materials and manufacturing processes.

Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the Engineering Manager.

Job Requirements:

BS Degree in Mechanical, Materials, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering

2-5 years aerospace / mechanical engineering experience is preferred

Experience with mechanical modeling and GD&T is required

Knowledge of basic structural, thermal, and modal analysis of mechanical components is required

A high attention to detail is required

Must be flexible in handling multiple tasks and projects

Must have excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills

Under the Foreign Trade Regulations of the U.S., this position can only be offered to a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Individual Granted Asylum.

No relocation expenses will be paid. This is a great position for someone who loves challenges, a chance to learn an exciting business, and looking for an opportunity to contribute to the growth of a dynamic division. Thermal Structures, Inc. offers competitive compensation & benefit package, including: an excellent 401K plan, health insurance, profit-sharing, etc.

Company Description

Thermal Structures, a subsidiary of HEICO, is an industry-leading provider of insulation and composite products, backed by support that consistently exceeds customer expectations. We design and manufacture solutions that deliver superior performance in the most complex and demanding applications. From concept to completion, we have the resources to meet this challenge with world-class quality and value.

Full-time