Design Engineer

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce management solutions, committed to connecting skilled professionals with meaningful career opportunities. We are looking for a Design Engineer to design, develop, test, and integrate high-pressure gaseous fuel components and systems for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Hydrogen applications in automotive, truck, and virtual pipeline sectors.

This is a full-time role (M-F) onsite in Irvine, CA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of high-pressure components and systems.
• Conduct and support design activities, including Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
• Evaluate, select, and qualify supplier products and services to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Plan, oversee, and perform product verification and validation testing to ensure system reliability and performance.
• Provide support for field services and conduct root cause analyses for system failures.
• Apply knowledge of material compatibility issues related to hydrogen and natural gas to ensure system integrity.
• Utilize a systematic and logical approach to engineering and design processes to achieve optimal solutions.
• Perform analytical calculations, such as load and flow analyses, to inform design decisions.
• Collaborate effectively with customers, vendors, engineers, and manufacturing personnel to ensure project success.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills to convey technical information clearly.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation, including test procedures and reports, to support project transparency and traceability.
• Adopt and implement Quality Assurance Procedures and Departmental Work Instructions as outlined in the Quality and Environmental Management System (QEMS) Employee Training Matrix.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on high-pressure systems.
• Possession of a valid driver's license, access to a reliable vehicle, and maintenance of necessary insurance coverage, as the position may require driving for business purposes.
• Willingness to travel occasionally as required by project needs.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in high-pressure system design and component selection, particularly with hydrogen and CNG applications.
• Knowledge of high-pressure gaseous fuel storage systems and associated safety protocols.
• Proficiency in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software; experience with NX Unigraphics is preferred.
• Experience in designing large modular assemblies for automotive applications.
• Background in product development within the automotive industry, with an understanding of industry standards and regulations.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to spend time on the production floor, which may involve standing for extended periods, kneeling, and crouching.
• In an office setting, proficiency in using hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, telephone keypad, or to write.
• Capability to talk and hear effectively to communicate with team members.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
• Occasionally able to lift up to 40 pounds.

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance (options for HMO or PPO plans)

• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Competitive vacation plan
• 10 company-paid holidays per year
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Certain clients require Eastridge to perform background checks and Eastridge will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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