SCOPE: Reports to the Engineering Leadership. Scope and quantity of projects reflect a high level of ability and experience in product development.

SUMMARY: As a Sr Mechanical Designer, designs brake systems and related components, and/or tooling. Independently manage engineering projects from inception to production.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Create complex 3D models and assemblies utilizing SolidWorks.
• Coordinate prototype development.
• Perform product testing and validation.
• Create test plans and compose test reports.
• Participate in project status meetings.
• Work with management and the engineering support team to achieve project goals.
• Simultaneously manage multiple projects from inception to production.
• Interface on a technical level with customers and vendors.
• Communicate technical information required by Project Coordination, Purchasing,
• Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance.
• Provide technical direction in the creation of 3D models and production drawings.
• specific to assigned projects.
• Check manufacturing drawings to company standards.
• Occasional travel to customer, vendor, or test locations.
• Alert management to potential design risks.
• Lead or collaborate with a cross-functional team in improving or developing new systems to streamline workflow and reduce design cycle time.
• Ensure that products are cost-effective, price-competitive, and maintain a high
• standard of quality and integrity.
• Maintain effective operational procedures to assure configuration control and accuracy.
• Monitor and report when necessary on critical producibility or high variability points
• within the developmental process flow.
• Help in the training of Engineering staff to provide proper proficiency.
• Possible direct supervision of subordinate engineering personnel.
• Maintain technical knowledge of Wilwood’s manufacturing capabilities.
• Seek professional growth and advancement through continued education.

Qualification Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements:

• High School diploma
• Some related college experience
• Solidworks: Minimum of 10 years’ experience in 3D modeling
• Attention to detail and good organizational skills
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills
• Microsoft Office with an emphasis in Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of SolidWorks FEA package
• SolidWorks certification offsets experience requirements
• Engineering-related Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree
• Automotive-related experience
• Experience with hydraulics and braking systems

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to read ANSI Y14.5 drawings with an understanding of true positioning and geometric tolerancing, and a working knowledge of descriptive geometry. Ability to visualize three-dimensional views from a two-dimensional drawing and vice versa.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Knowledgeable of materials and processes in a manufacturing environment in order to determine good manufacturing practices. Ability to translate these concepts into tangible benefits.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for several hours, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls, walk, talk or hear, reach with hands and arms, and use a personal computer. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up the 30 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision (color vision helpful), peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Salary: $65,000 - $115,000 annual

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Wilwood Engineering does not sponsor work visas. Cost of Relocation for Out of State Applicants not reimbursed.

Work Location: In person

SCOPE: Reports to the Sr. Manager of Engineering. Scope of tasks reflect a low to moderate level of ability and experience in automotive mechanics, metal fabrication and electrical disciplines.

SUMMARY: Inspects incoming materials, various machined parts, and assemblies for conformance to specifications. Oversees and coordinates the division's Audit System and. Take the lead on customer and supplier interface requirements (IE: CARs, PPAP, CCR/RMA Investigations, VStudies). Implements the policies and procedures of the Division Quality System to applicable U.S. and/or international standards for consistent quality in products and services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Implements the policies and procedures of the Division Quality System as outlined in the Quality Assurance Manual and departmental operating procedures.
• Performs first articles, in-process, and final inspections of customer products per approved operating procedures, routers, and work instructions. Performs inspections as required to meet the needs of customers and scheduling requirements.
• Responsible for the prompt identification, documentation and segregation of material or product found non-conforming to blueprints, specifications, and workmanship standards.
• Audits for implementation and control of the division calibration system as outlined in the Q.A. Manual and related procedures.
• Ensures that current inspection status is on routers, tags and inspection documentation as outlined in applicable procedures.
• Audits the calibration and inspection quality records in a manner consistent with customer and ISO 9000:2015 requirements.
• Participates in the division internal audit system, helps prepare the audit schedule and reports to ensure compliance with the documented quality system.
• Responsible for prompt notification to the Manager, Quality Assurance for all non-conformances to the quality system or customer requirements found during inspections, routine audits, or casual observation.
• Lead PPAP documentation (Gage R&R, VStudies, FAIRs), corrective action response, CCR/RMA Investigations and others as needed.
• Responsible for accurate reporting and input to the MRP System.
• Maintains the priorities of safety, housekeeping, quality, service, and productivity within the scope of assigned projects.
• Responsible for implementing approved Standard Operating Procedures, Company Policies, safety guidelines, and recommended changes needed for continuous improvement.
• Seeks professional growth and advancement through continued education.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering – preferably Mechanical or Automotive Engineering
• 7 years working in a quality environment
• Knowledge of ISO 9000:2015
• Knowledge of inspection techniques per ANSI Y14.5
• Ability to use all standard inspection equipment such as CMM, optical comparator, hardness tester, surface tester, micrometers, indicators, calipers
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization
• Ability to solve problems with limited standardization.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and good organizational skills
• Microsoft office proficiency: Word, Excel, PowerPoint…etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Automotive related experience
• Statistical Process Control and Quality System Auditing
• Experience with hydraulics, braking systems, and vehicle dynamics
• Lean Six Sigma certification

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for several hours, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, walk, talk, or hear, reach with hands and arms, and use a personal computer. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up the 30 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision (color vision helpful), peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Salary: $80,000 - $130,000 annual

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.
Wilwood Engineering does not sponsor work visas.
Cost of Relocation for out-of-state applicants is not reimbursed.

Work Location: In person

SCOPE: Reports to Engineering Leadership. Scope and quantity of projects reflect a low to moderate level of ability and experience in product development.

SUMMARY: As a Mechanical Engineer, designs and analyzes brake systems and related components. Independently manages development projects from inception to production.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Create product designs in 3D CAD system (Solidworks).
• Coordinate prototype development.
• Perform product testing and validation, including brake dynamometer testing.
• Create test plans and compose test reports.
• Participate in project update meetings.
• Work with management and the engineering support team to achieve project goals.
• Simultaneously manage multiple projects from inception to production.
• Interface on a technical level with customers, vendors, and other departments.
• Communicate technical information required by Project Coordination, Purchasing, Production Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality Assurance.
• Understand brake-related industry standards, such as FMVSS.
• Analyze vehicle dynamics to determine the braking requirements for customer applications.
• Create and/or Check manufacturing drawings to company standards.
• Perform computer FEA analyses on product designs.
• Possible occasional travel to customer, vendor, or test locations.
• Alert management to potential design risks.
• Ensure that products are cost-effective, price-competitive, and maintain a high standard of quality and integrity.
• Maintain effective operational procedures to assure configuration control and accuracy.
• Monitor and report when necessary, on critical producibility or high variability points within the developmental process flow.
• Participate in the ‘Research and Development to Production Transition’ process to assure good configuration control and low design and inventory risk.
• Seek professional growth and advancement through continued education.
• Lead or collaborate with a cross-functional team in improving or developing new systems to streamline workflow and reduce design cycle time.

Qualification Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering – preferably Mechanical or Automotive Engineering
• Automotive related experience
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and good organizational skills
• Hands-on 3D modeling proficiency (SolidWorks preferred)
• Microsoft Office with an emphasis in Excel -VBA
• Must be able to demonstrate understanding of brake systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years’ experience in mechanical engineering
• SolidWorks certification
• Working knowledge of FEA simulation software
• Experience with hydraulics, braking systems, and vehicle dynamics
• Lean Six Sigma certification

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to read ANSI Y14.5 drawings with an understanding of true positioning and geometric tolerancing, and a working knowledge of descriptive geometry. Ability to visualize three-dimensional views from a two-dimensional drawing and vice versa.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Knowledgeable of materials and processes in a manufacturing environment in order to determine good manufacturing practices. Ability to translate these concepts into tangible benefits.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for several hours, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls, walk, talk or hear, reach with hands and arms, and use a personal computer. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up the 30 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision (color vision helpful), peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Salary: $55,000 - $105,000 annual

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Wilwood Engineering does not sponsor work visas. Cost of Relocation for Out of State Applicants not reimbursed.

Work Location: In person

SCOPE: Reports to the Director of Engineering. Scope and quantity of projects reflect a high level of ability and relevant experience.

SUMMARY: As a Lead Engineer, designs and analyzes brake systems and related components. Collaborates with new and existing OEM customers to recommend and develop braking solutions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work closely with OEM sales and logistics staff on customer proposals and application specific product development
• Interface peer-to-peer with OE manufacturer and government customers
• Analyze vehicle dynamics to determine the braking requirements for customer applications
• Understand brake related industry standards, such as FMVSS
• Support Quality Assurance with OEM customer quality issues
• Perform failure analysis of customer field issues
• Create product designs in 3D CAD system (Solidworks)
• Simultaneously manage multiple projects from inception to production
• Work with management and engineering support team to achieve project goals
• Oversee product testing and validation, including brake dynamometer testing, and compose test Reports
• Perform computer FEA analyses on product designs
• Alert management to potential design risks
• Ensure that products are cost effective, price competitive and maintain a high standard of quality and integrity
• Check manufacturing drawings to company standards
• Periodic travel to customer, vendor, and/or test locations as required
• Communicate technical information required by Project Coordination, Purchasing, Production Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality Assurance
• Maintain effective operational procedures to assure configuration control and accuracy
• Monitor and report when necessary on critical producibility or high variability points within the developmental process flow
• Train subordinates in order to provide proper proficiency, breadth and depth, career progression and management succession
• Participate in the ‘Research and Development to Production Transition’ process to assure good configuration control and low design and inventory risk

Qualification Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering – preferably Mechanical or Automotive Engineering
• Extensive experience in mechanical engineering
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and good organizational skills
• Hands-on 3D modeling proficiency (SolidWorks preferred)
• Automotive related industry experience helpful
• Working knowledge of FEA simulation software recommended
• Experience with hydraulics, braking systems, and vehicle dynamics preferred
• Knowledge of OEM quality procedures helpful

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to read ANSI Y14.5 drawings with an understanding of true positioning and geometric tolerancing, and a working knowledge of descriptive geometry. Ability to visualize three-dimensional views from a two-dimensional drawing and vice versa.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Knowledgeable of materials and processes in a manufacturing environment in order to determine good manufacturing practices. Ability to translate these concepts into tangible benefits.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for several hours, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls, walk, talk or hear, reach with hands and arms, and use a personal computer. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up the 30 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision (color vision helpful), peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Salary: $80,000 - $130,000 annual

Wilwood Engineering does not sponsor work visas. U.S. citizenship is required for employment. Cost of Relocation for Out of State Applicants not reimbursed.

Work Location: In person

SCOPE: Reports to the Sr. Manager of Engineering. Scope of tasks reflect a low to moderate level of ability and experience in automotive mechanics, metal fabrication and electrical disciplines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Install and test automotive brake system components
• Fabricate and repair welded metal fixtures and racks
• Assemble and repair machine tooling fixtures
• Fabricate, repair, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot automated product testers
• Conduct testing, record data, and report results per the engineer’s direction
• Maintain and repair company vehicles
• Compile and place parts orders for R&D Shop purposes
• Provide assistance to designated Engineering personnel
• Work to complete tasks correctly and on time. Actively communicate findings, issues, delays, and progress to management
• Follow safety practices, SOP (Standard Operating Procedures), conduct activities with a high degree of discipline, and operate machinery safely. Communicate unsafe situations/behaviors to the supervisor.
• Maintain currency in latest relevant technologies
• Seek professional growth and advancement through continued education

Qualification Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Requirements:

• High School diploma
• 2 years' automotive related experience
• Metal fabrication and welding experience
• Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Good troubleshooting/problem-solving skills
• Clean driving record
• Good written, oral, and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and good organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate from a Technical School and/or Junior College
• Experience in electromechanical manufacturing and assembly
• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical print reading
• Experience using Microsoft Teams and PowerPoint
• Knowledge/understanding of pneumatics and hydraulics
• Knowledge of PLC programming

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for several hours, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, walk, talk, or hear, reach with hands and arms, and use a personal computer. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up the 30 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision (color vision helpful), peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Hourly: $20 - $30

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.
Wilwood Engineering does not sponsor work visas.
Cost of Relocation for out-of-state applicants is not reimbursed.

Work Location: In person

Wilwood Engineering, a leading manufacturer of aftermarket automotive braking systems, is seeking a dedicated, technical illustrator in our facility in Camarillo, CA.

SCOPE: Reports to Marketing Manager. Provides detailed technical illustrations of automotive brake kits and brake system components using exploded view mechanical drawings and photos for installation datasheets to support product sales and service.

SUMMARY: To create new or modify existing data sheet content using engineered drawings and instructions that illustrate specific details and product dimensions for end-user instruction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with the Senior Manager of Engineering and the Marketing Manager to prioritize the project list for the creation of technical drawings and datasheets
• Work closely with the Engineering department to understand the scope of the project and what illustrations or photographs are needed
• Create, convert, enhance and/or prepare photographic imagery, line art, and engineering drawings for use in instructional data sheets and parts drawings for promotional material in print and digital for online website use
• Participate in and assist with new product installations to provide technical data and document proper procedures for the creation of a step-by-step instructional datasheet for end users
• Provide direction to the photographer to capture the correct images needed to support the datasheet
• Edit the images from the photographer for use in the layout and design of the datasheet
• Prepare complete data sheets for new products using drawings and photography as requested by engineering and marketing
• Edit existing data sheets and drawings as needed for updates and product changes
• Work within technical drawing programs, preferably Adobe Illustrator and InDesign or SolidWorks AutoCAD software

Qualification Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, illustration or a related field
• Minimum three years experience using graphic design, AutoCAD, or other illustration software
• Equivalent combination of education and work experience

Skills and Abilities:

• Requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the willingness to take responsibility and initiative
• Must possess a positive attitude, a high degree of personal integrity, and a strong work ethic
• Must be a detail-oriented, creative thinker with solid design skills
• Must possess exceptional written and verbal English communication skills
• Possess superior personal and project time management skills, and the ability to balance creativity with the need to meet deadlines
• Requires proven PC, Microsoft Office, and illustration software skills, and thorough understanding of graphic, and print tools, including an understanding of file conversion
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; use a personal computer, telephone, common office equipment; talk, hear, and visually distinguish line and color. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 lbs.

Work Location: In person

Hourly: $24 - $33

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Wilwood Engineering does not sponsor work visas. Cost of Relocation for Out of State Applicants not reimbursed.

Wilwood Engineering, a leading manufacturer of automotive and motorcycle braking systems, is seeking a dedicated, experienced Purchasing Agent for our Procurement Department in our facility in Camarillo, CA.

SCOPE: The Purchasing Agent reports to the Supply Chain Manager and is responsible for performing the procurement and expediting for required materials and services. Solid knowledge of Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) software. Evaluates supplier delivery performance to provide corrective action as appropriate. Works closely with Operations, Research & Development, Engineering, Quality, Finance and other departments.

SUMMARY: Promotes the most effective use of company funds in the acquisition of assigned commodities and services through the use of Best Procurement Practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Communicate details of purchasing arrangements to end users, i.e., delivery dates, logistics, method of handling requirements based on activities undertaken in their behalf.
• Receives and analyzes requisitions, develops and investigates potential sources of supply, issues requests for quotations for those items not covered by existing purchasing agreements.
• Enters and maintains pertinent purchase part information such as vendors, pricing and lead time information into the MRP system.
• Advises management of marketplace commodity price trends, supplier capacity / loading situations, etc.
• Works closely with the Accounting Department to reconcile invoice and purchase order cost differences.
• Maintains good relations with supplier personnel, based on courteous, impartial, professional and objective dealings with suppliers.
• Follows up open orders as appropriate. Expedites late or exception items, tracks inbound freight.
• Handles Over/Short/Damaged (OSD) & Close Complete (CC) issues with suppliers.
• Performs Maintenance, Repair & Operating Supplies (MRO) procurement activities.
• Performs procurement research to support R&D activities, basic or applied, to review availability of materials, processes, and sources.
• Performs logistics coordination and maintains truck run log.
• Coordinates with outside suppliers on performing work on WWE materials.
• May be assigned extracted commodities for cross-training on a weekly basis.
• Performs other specific tasks as assigned by Supply Chain Manager.

Qualification Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

College degree in related field and/or at least seven years experience in purchasing/procurement, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Knowledge of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), Law of Agency, and Contracts is helpful. Skilled in Negotiation, as an individual or member of a team. Ability to represent the company effectively in dealings with suppliers is essential.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, use a personal computer, talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 lbs.

Work Location: In person

Schedule: 8-hour shift

Hourly: $26.44 - $31.25

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Wilwood Engineering does not sponsor work visas. Cost of Relocation for Out of State Applicants not reimbursed.