Strategic Solutions Engineer

Fictiv is a global manufacturing and supply chain company that enables organizations to scale globally across its manufacturing centers. The Strategic Solutions Engineer will support customers as they transition from prototype to production, providing technical expertise and guidance on CNC machining and sheet metal fabrication.

Responsibilities:

• 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
• Prior experience working with external suppliers or contract manufacturers
• Experience with Injection Molding (IM) and/or Additive Manufacturing (3DP)