SENIOR DESIGN ENGINEER - COMPOSITE STRUCTURES < EM VILA DO CONDE-VIANA DO CASTELO

Working at CorPower Ocean you will be a part of a world class team, determined to make big impact. We are on a mission to bring reliable and competitive wave energy to the world. You will find a dynamic work environment with highly motivated and skilled individuals. We offer autonomy and flexibility, combined with great personal responsibility. Having shown game-changing performance in wave energy, your work will be watched from around the world.   Role: We are looking for a senior composite design engineer to take an important role in the design, fabrication and testing of our innovative wave energy converters.   Responsibilities: Module owner for one or several composite structures within the Wave Energy Converter Perform 3D design and produce 2D drawings in Solid Works Perform strength and fatigue analysis using FEM tools Produce technical documentation Report engineering calculations for 3rd party verification and certification Perform failure mode, effects and criticality analysis for modules and system Manage your modules to meet performance, schedule and budget targets Investigate new solutions to improve performance, reliability or manufacturability Support procurement activities including component and supplier selection, manufacturing and factory acceptance testing of modules Perform assembly and testing of modules and prototype systems in our machine hall Support pilot installations in the field   Skills and qualifications: Good understanding of composite design standards – DNVGL-ST-C501 Expert level in FEA analysis of composite structures – using ANSYS suit of tools Good understanding of composite industrial materials and fabrication methods Validation experience through coupon testing, sub-component and full-scale testing Practical experience in the manufacturing of composites Experience in design for filament winding and VARI processes   Broad technical knowledge in machine design, sealing solutions, marine and offshore environment   You have a minimum of 5-10 years of relevant experience from designing mechanical systems and industrial equipment, with specific emphasis on composite structures. You have experience from successfully driving projects through planning, designing, manufacturing and deploying industrial equipment. You may have a B.Sc or a M.Sc. degree in mechanical engineering or related disciplines, but your personality, experience and interest in the field is the most important. You are proficient in English, both spoken and written.     Interviews are held continuously, please submit questions and your application including CV and personal letter to:   Maria Martins, A.O. Manager geral@corpowerocean.com