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Mechanical Engineer

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In-Office
Huntington Beach, CA, USA
100K-160K Annually
Mid level
In-Office
Huntington Beach, CA, USA
100K-160K Annually
Mid level
The Mechanical Engineer will design and develop equipment for automation in manufacturing, collaborate with teams, and train users on new systems.
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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

What You Will Work On:

    • 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. 

Experience Required:

    • Be awesome! Be the kind of person you want to work with! 

    • 4+ years of experience as an engineer with a proven track record of exceptional ability driven by engineering fundamentals.  

    • Strong CAD experience (NX or Solidworks preferred). 

    • Capable of working with limited guidance or input. 

    • Experience designing parts (preferably composite and/or metallic), systems and mechanisms. 

    • Familiarity working in startups or small teams. 

    • Comfortable moving fast and being a part of a quickly changing environment. 

    • Strong understanding of first principles physics. 

Preferred:

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

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

Physical Requirements:

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

    • Must be able to lift 25 pounds at times. 

Equal Opportunity 
Layup is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. 
 
ITAR Requirements 
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. 

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Layup Parts Huntington Beach, California, USA Office

15602 Container Lane, Huntington Beach, CA, United States, 92649

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