Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

At Layup Parts, our mission is simple: deliver high-quality composite parts, faster.We’re not just another composite shop—we’re a technology-first manufacturing startup that’s revolutionizing how composite tooling and parts are made for the aerospace, defense, and motorsports industries. Our customers are developing tomorrow's high-tech products, and we are building technology to accelerate their success.

We design, machine, print, and build faster than anyone else in the industry and we’re looking for experienced Mechanical Engineers who thrive in high-performance environments and want to be part of the team that’s redefining what’s possible in advanced manufacturing. This role will work on creating new equipment to support the automation of high-volume tasks on the production floor. Your goal is to increase the capability of each Composites Technician.

• Design equipment to support process improvement and automation throughout the factory floor.

• Own equipment from design, test, install and commission, and ensure durability for long term production applications.

• Collaborate with software, controls, and production teams to ensure equipment meets functions as intended.

• Develop and implement training programs for new equipment.

• Develop and implement the mechanical solution architecture working with a Chief Engineer.

• Basic proficiency in machining, metal fabrication, composites fabrication, and 3D printing.

• Have some level of coding/software knowledge (C++, Python, Matlab, VBA, Arduino, etc).

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.  

• Must be able to lift 25 pounds at times.