Job Description
Chief Engineer- Polymer Composites Tribotech Composites Inc Cleveland, OH Job Details Full-time $100,000 - $120,000 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Fabrication Customer communication In-person customer service Mechanical Engineering Direct client contact Manufacturing facility Bachelor's degree in engineering Customer engagement Welding Mechanical troubleshooting
Full Job Description Company Description:
Tribotech Composites is a growing engineering and manufacturing company specializing in high-performance composite bushings, bearings, guide bands, and wear components used in industrial, hydraulic, marine, and heavy equipment applications. We are seeking a hands-on Chief Engineer to lead our engineering, product development, testing, and applications efforts. This is not a corporate management position. We are looking for an engineer who loves solving difficult mechanical problems, working directly with customers, developing new products, building test equipment, and helping create the next generation of composite bearing technology. If you enjoy designing, testing, experimenting, and turning ideas into products, we would like to talk with you. Key Responsibilities:
Application Engineering Design custom bushings and bearing solutions for demanding applications Analyze loads, wear, friction, PV limits, temperatures, and operating conditions Work directly with customers to solve technical challenges Support the sales team on complex applications Product Development & Innovation Lead development of new materials and product designs Research polymer composites, tribology, and bearing technologies Develop new product lines and expand existing offerings Evaluate competitive products and identify opportunities Testing & Validation Develop and execute product testing programs Design and build test fixtures and test equipment Analyze wear, friction, temperature, and performance data Establish engineering standards and testing procedures Manufacturing & Process Improvement Work closely with production personnel to improve manufacturing processes Support machining, fabrication, and production troubleshooting Develop new methods to improve quality, efficiency, and product performance Technical Leadership Become the technical expert within the company Establish engineering best practices and design standards Help shape the long-term technical direction of Tribotech Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Materials Engineering, or similar technical field Strong mechanical aptitude and engineering fundamentals Excellent problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects Strong communication skills and customer-facing confidence Hands-on mindset Preferred Experience with polymer materials or composites Experience with bearings, bushings, seals, or tribological products Experience designing and conducting product testing Experience with SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software Manufacturing or machining experience Why Join Tribotech? Opportunity to build and lead the engineering function of a growing company Significant influence on product development and company strategy Direct interaction with customers and real-world applications Opportunity to create new products and technologies Small-company environment where your work has immediate impact Competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, and long-term growth potential If you enjoy engineering, experimentation, product development, and solving real-world problems, we'd like to hear from you. Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Shift:
Day shift People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Experience:
Engineering:
3 years (Preferred) Ability to Commute:
Cleveland, OH 44125 (Preferred) Ability to Relocate:
Cleveland, OH 44125: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location:
In person
