Carbon Fiber Composites Design & Process Development Engineer
Company: Napakiak Ventures
Location: Oak Ridge
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Company Overview: Napakiak
Environmental and Construction (NEC) is a leading provider of
information technology, technology development, and environmental
and construction services, specializing in Federal and Commercial
projects. Our company is committed to delivering high-quality
solutions that meet stringent regulatory standards and client
requirements. Position Overview: We are seeking a highy motivated
and experienced Carbon Fiber Composites Design & Process
Development Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and
manufacturing process improvements of carbon fiber composite and
parts and vessels. In this role, you will drive both research and
high-volume production initiatives, bridging the gap between
innovative concept development and efficient manufacturing for
advanced composite systems. Key Responsibilities: Design and
develop carbon fiber composite parts and vessels, ensuring optimal
strength-to-weight rations and durability. Perform mechanics of
materials and structural analysis of composite systems using ANSYS
or other advanced simulation tools. Experience in translating layup
design into bulk anisotropic composite property estimates. Develop,
validate, and optimize composite manufacturing processes - from
tooling and fixture design to layup, curing, and machining - to
meet rigorous quality and throughput goals. Lead R&D
initiatives as well as high-volume production efforts, seamlessly
transitioning concepts to production-scale applications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, materials
science, quality, and production to select composite systems and
validate performance. Create detailed work instructions, process
documentation, and quality protocols that ensure consistency and
adherence to industry standards. Identify opportunities for
continuous improvement, applying lean manufacturing and statistical
process control methodologies. Mentor junior engineers and
technicians, and provide technical leadership during process
troubleshooting and corrective action implementation. Required
Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree (BS) in Materials
Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field with a minimum
of 10 years' experience, or a Master's degree (MS) or higher with
at least 5 years' relevant experience. Demonstrated expertise in
carbon fiber composite design and the mechanics of composite
materials. Proven experience in structural analysis, particularly
with simulation tools such as ANSYS or equivalent. Extensive
background in developing and improving composite manufacturing
processes in both R&D and high throughput production
environments. Excellent communication, teamwork, and
problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications: Advanced
understanding of composite processing techniques (e.g., autoclave
curing, resin infusion, precision layup) and quality assurance
methodologies. Experience with CAD/CAM software for tooling and
fixture development. Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles
or Six Sigma practices. A proactive, hands-on approach with strong
analytical and technical aptitude. Napakiak Environmental and
Construction (NEC) is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants
will be considered for employment without attention to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
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