Design Engineer
Ducommun
Warren, RI · Posted August 6, 2026
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About the job
Design Engineer The Design Engineer is responsible for the execution of all facets of design engineering projects in support of Magnetic Seal throughout the product lifecycle. From concept design through production, the Design Engineer works collaboratively with all business functions to ensure a successful product launch to meet our customer’s demanding sealing needs. This key project owner will manage all daily tasks within the engineering services through the assigned Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and technical support resources, which range from customer product inquiries, which initiate the product development process to any existing legacy application issues from our installed customer base. This role will also personally own and manage assigned key initiatives within the business operations by supporting various functions with product material inquires, manufacturing challenges, quality processes, and evolving supply chain developments. This will be onsite role at our Warren, Rhode Island facility. Who are we? Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed. Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications. Our Facility in Warren, RI is responsible for engineering and manufacturing some of the world’s most advanced sealing solutions. Essential Functions: - Responsible for the design, development, implementation and analysis of mechanical rotary face seals primarily used in the secondary power systems for the aerospace industry and other adjacent markets. - Responsible for 3D modeling, drawing creation, reverse engineering, FEA Simulation Analysis, and component selection. - Develops and executes test plans as required, including test rig design, operation and data collection as necessary. - Evaluates our products, parts, procedures and processes for effectivity and reliability. - Researches and analyzes customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications. - Perform field evaluations and reports of returned products to assess performance and identify issues. - Interacts with other departments, customers and suppliers as required - Review and verify customer contracts to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with contractual terms and internal requirements. - Provides engineering, manufacturing and project management support. - Recommend implement process and product changes in support of internal external customer(s) - Prepares data-driven engineering reports for internal and external customers as needed. - Candidate follows in house engineering processes and will assist in the creation and improvement of companywide process documentation. - Attend industry trade shows and events to network, gather market insights, and identify opportunities for product development and business growth. - Responsible for storing and handling all Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) appropriately to prevent unauthorized access, dissemination, or use of this information or documentation. - Support all visitor and security policies to protect ITAR/EAR/CMMC/CUI information, documents, product, etc. from unauthorized access by informing management immediately of any concerns. - Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in employee’s work area. - Performs other duties as assigned. - Regular and acceptable attendance is an essential function of this job.