Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Bicycle Research and Development, the Composite Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing innovative, world-class tooling, composite product laminates and processes used in manufacturing of Easton bicycle products and components. He or she will be a member of a small team of specialty engineers and technicians who work in Easton-Bell Sports’ manufacturing facility located in Mexico.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design and document tooling, molds, and or processing techniques used in the manufacturing of various production or prototype bicycle products.
• Develop optimized laminates, select materials, and processing path necessary to meet product performance specifications.
• Reverse engineer competitive products as needed to keep abreast of competitors methods, material and manufacturing abilities.
• Utilize 3D concept sketching and illustration, prototyping and computer aided industrial design to communicate design intent.
• Translate tooling designs into product solutions
• Develop and maintain clear and effective lines of communication with Easton-Bell Sports’ Scotts Valley location insofar as adhering to product specifications.
• Collaborate with Easton-Bell Sports Scotts Valley in development of new product introductions by determining what vendors, tooling, methods of manufacture, and facilities equipment are required to produce a particular product in scheduled quantities and at the lowest cost consistent with quality specifications.
• Provide product category ownership and support to assure that production quality is maintained throughout the product lifecycle
• Create and maintain systems to capture and communicate timelines and schedules to Easton teammates at all locations and to all vendors used in the manufacturing of Easton products.
• Collaborate with other departments both internal and external to provide new solutions and ideas to improve product manufacturing quality, product performance and development.
• Produce accurate and complete document packages for all projects and products, to ensure that design intent is carried out to our expectations

Background Sought:

• BS Mechanical Engineering or combination of education/experience that ensures proficiency in product design, manufacturing processes and methods.
• Minimum three to five years direct working experience in the manufacturing environment used to manufacture composite products
• Solid understanding of the following composite methods: High pressure bladder molding, resin transfer molding, molding with expanding and structural foams. Knowledge of composite pulltrusion would be a plus.
• Technical understanding of composite materials and resin systems
• A solid understanding of world-class product, tooling design and documentation used in the manufacturing environment
• Extensive understanding of manufacturing processes and techniques used to produce high-tech composite products
• Training in six-sigma is a strong plus
• High skill level in solid modeling, computer design, and FEA – preferably SolidWorks
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment
• Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and internationally

Personal Characteristics and Core Competencies needed:

• Leadership – demonstrates the ability to communicate a clear vision, initiate action, establish goals and make appropriate decisions to achieve desired results. Supports company-wide development and change initiatives.
• Team Member – Is open and accessible for regularly giving and receiving feedback. Sets a good example for others by demonstrating patience, self-discipline and professional behavior.
• Technical Functional Expertise – Possesses the necessary technical and functional expertise in area of responsibility.
• Decision Making /Judgment – Accumulates all relevant factual information prior to making job-related decisions. Differentiates between decisions that can be made independently or with peers, and those which should involve upper management/executive participation.
• Coping with Change – Is able to adapt to changes and quickly change direction if needed. Able to multi-task and think on feet during times of high activity or changes in direction.
• Problem solving – Proactively identifies problems,  conducts analysis, develops alternative strategies if needed, and initiates effective managerial, business and technical solutions
• Creativity - thinks out of the box, Ability to look beyond tradition. Ability to step back and question the status quo.
• Hands On – Applicant must have a desire and willingness to work with their hands and get dirty if need be.
• Passion – About composites and the manufacturing of world-class products
• Communication Skills – Communicates clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing with people both inside and outside the organization
• Customer Service - Consistently takes the initiative to meet or exceed internal and external customer expectations.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is a strong plus