
Strategic Solutions Engineer
Fictiv
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Arizona • California • United States
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Salary
💰 $115,000 - $130,000 per year
Tech Stack
About the role
- Serve as a trusted technical advisor for strategic customers with complex CNC and sheet metal manufacturing needs
- Lead technical scoping discussions, translating customer requirements into manufacturable, scalable solutions
- Support customers through prototype → production transitions, anticipating manufacturing risks early
- Perform detailed DFM/DFA reviews for CNC-machined and sheet metal components
- Evaluate part geometry, tolerances, GD&T, material selection, and finish requirements for manufacturability and cost
- Provide cost optimization recommendations based on process selection, feature simplification, and volume scaling
- Support quoting efforts with manufacturing-informed input on feasibility, risk, and lead time
- Evaluate and guide on mechanical assemblies, including:
- Part-to-part fit, stack-ups, and tolerance interactions
- Fastener selection, joint design, and access for assembly
- Assembly sequencing and installation considerations
- Help customers identify risks related to assembly, serviceability, and field installation
- Provide feedback that improves downstream assembly efficiency and reduces rework
- Review and interpret engineering drawings with strong command of GD&T
- Perform CAD work, including:
- Design updates for manufacturability
- Parametric 3D Modeling & Visualization
- Detailed Documentation & Drafting with GD&T
- Optimizing CAD - CNC to Die Cast and 3DP to IM
- Reverse engineering
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Quality, and LoB teams
- Apply working knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100D requirements in customer discussions and internal workflows
- Identify quality risks early and ensure proper requirements definition (“quality in, quality out”)
Requirements
- 6–10 years of relevant experience in manufacturing roles such as CNC, Sheetmetal, Diecast
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
- Strong expertise in:
- High Volume Production and Assembly
- CNC machining processes (milling, turning, multi-axis)
- Casting (die, sand and investment)
- Sheet metal fabrication (forming, punching, laser, bending)
- DFM, cost optimization, and manufacturing trade-offs
- Hands on experience in production-scale manufacturing programs
- Proven ability to interpret and apply engineering drawings and GD&T
- Solid understanding of mechanical assemblies and installation considerations
- Experience supporting customer-facing technical discussions
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 and AS9100D compliance environments
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%
- Proficiency with Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office
- Strong verbal, written, and digital communication skills
- SolidWorks CAD proficiency
- Strong Powerpoint presentation skills
- Willingness to perform hands-on CAD work and reverse engineering as needed
- Experience with Injection Molding (IM) and/or Additive Manufacturing (3DP)
- Prior experience working with external suppliers or contract manufacturers
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401K plan
- Monthly Virtual Work stipend for things like food, internet, travel, pet care, health and wellness
- Annual Education stipend
- Parental leave programs
- Paid volunteer days
- Onboarding setup, including: standing desk, laptop, monitor, and chair, and a stipend for additional items such as headphones, blue light glasses, or any other ergonomic supplies you may want or need
- And much, much more!
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
CNC machiningsheet metal fabricationDFMcost optimizationmechanical assembliesGD&T3D modelingreverse engineeringhigh volume productioncasting
Soft Skills
communicationcollaborationproblem-solvingcustomer-facing discussionspresentation skillsrisk identificationattention to detailadaptabilityleadershiporganizational skills