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GAF · 4 hours ago

Mechanical Engineer 3, Solar Roof R&D

Georgetown, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

GAF is a leading roofing and waterproofing manufacturer committed to transforming the rooftop solar industry. The Mechanical Engineer 3 will support the design, testing, and integration of building-integrated photovoltaic roof systems while collaborating with various teams to ensure product quality and manufacturability.

Building MaterialCommercialConstructionManufacturingReal EstateResidential

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead the mechanical design, analysis, and validation of components and subsystems for BIPV roofing products from concept to production, including mounting, flashing, wire management, enclosures, and thermal performance

Apply mechanical engineering principles to the design, integration, and testing of PV module components (e.g., solar cells, encapsulants, glass, backsheets, junction boxes) within the BIPV system

Create and maintain detailed 3D CAD models (SolidWorks), assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and BOM’s

Perform tolerance analysis, GD&T, and Design for Manufacturability/Assembly (DFM/DFA) to ensure robust and cost-effective designs

Develop and execute comprehensive validation test plans (DVTs) for mechanical and electromechanical systems, including structural, environmental, and reliability testing

Build and test functional prototypes in laboratory and real-world environments to validate designs and iterate quickly

Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to scale designs from prototype to high-volume production, including the design of assembly jigs and fixtures

Manage relationships with external vendors and partners for component sourcing, fabrication, and co-development

Create and present technical documentation, design reviews, and test reports to cross-functional and executive stakeholders

Qualification

Mechanical designSystem integration3D CAD (SolidWorks)Product developmentPV module componentsHigh-volume manufacturingFEAFMEAHands-on prototypingProblem-solvingProject managementCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field

5+ years of experience in a product development, mechanical or electromechanical design role

Experience with PV module components, materials, and fabrication techniques

Expert proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks including PDM Vault preferred)

Strong experience in designing for high-volume manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding, extrusion, sheet metal stamping, die casting)

Demonstrated ability to apply FEA, FMEA, and other analytical methods to solve complex design problems

A 'can-do' attitude and a hands-on passion for prototyping (3D printing, machining, etc.) and laboratory testing

Strong, fundamentals-based problem-solving skills and an aptitude for learning systems quickly

Proven track record of innovation and creative problem-solving

Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and drive projects to completion

Strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external cross-functional teams

Willingness and ability to spend a significant portion of the day in an R&D lab, production floor, or on test roof sites

Preferred

Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Experience in the roofing, residential construction, or building materials industry

Knowledge of building codes and product certification standards (e.g., UL, ASTM, ICC-ES)

Experience with ANSYS

Experience with composite materials

Experience with factory automation, factory metrology, and AI-based machine learning techniques to support process control

Experience with configuration management tools (Arena preferred)

Benefits

We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.

Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.

Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.

Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.

Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.

We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.

Company

GAF

Glassdoor3.4

GAF has become North America’s largest manufacturer of commercial and residential roofing.

Founded in 1886

Wayne, New Jersey, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.gaf.com/

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