Composites Designer

Composite Design Engineer (CATIA / 3DEXPERIENCE)

Experience Level: Intermediate (5+ years)

About the Role

We're seeking a Composite Design Engineer to design and develop advanced composite structures using 3DEXPERIENCE CATIA Composites Part Design (CPD). This role focuses on translating design intent into manufacturable composite solutions while collaborating closely with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain partners.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on composites expert who enjoys working across the full design-to-production lifecycle.

What You'll Do

Design and develop 3D composite structures using 3DEXPERIENCE CATIA CPD

Select and apply the most effective CPD methodologies based on manufacturing constraints

Apply deep knowledge of composite materials and properties to drive design decisions

Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, designers, fabricators, and suppliers

Support parts through manufacturing and production ramp-up

Follow and contribute to design review, change management, and process improvement initiatives

Implement design updates to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations

Review, validate, and approve designs for production release

Prepare vendor design packages, including drawings, presentations, and neutral CAD formats, to support Supply Chain

Solve problems independently in complex technical environments

Composite Manufacturing Experience

Hands-on or applied knowledge of:

• Hand lay-up
• Resin Transfer Molding (RTM)
• Pre-preg manufacturing
• Vacuum bagging
• Autoclave processes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent with strong mechanical design focus)
• 5+ years of composite structures design experience (aerospace strongly preferred)
• Strong experience with CATIA V6 / 3DEXPERIENCE (ENOVIA a plus)
• Experience designing composite and hybrid composite/metallic structures
• Working knowledge of GD&T
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment

Nice to Have

• Experience with self-stiffened skins, frames, and sandwich structures
• Background in production or R&D environments
• Familiarity with composite testing and certification processes

Why This Role?

• Work on complex, high-performance composite structures
• Design with real manufacturing impact
• Collaborate with cross-functional and supplier teams
• Grow your expertise in advanced composites and digital design tools

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of South Burlington, VT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in South Burlington, VT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands.