Responsible Engineer (New Grads: Fall 2025/Spring 2026) at Divergent

Torrance, California, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Automotive, Aerospace, DefenseIndustries

Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field (graduating Fall 2025 or Spring 2026)
Experience with 3D CAD modeling (Siemens NX experience is a plus)
Familiarity with PLM systems (Teamcenter preferred)
Strong understanding of structural mechanics and materials (metals, composites, adhesives)
Exposure to FEA tools such as Nastran, Optistruct, or LS-Dyna
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
A self-starter mindset with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum GPA of 3.2 or higher
Collegiate hands-on engineering competition experience (e.g., Formula SAE, Baja SAE, American Solar Challenge, Rocket Project, Robotics Competition, etc.)
Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline
Experience with structural analysis of vehicle or aerospace components
Knowledge of DFMEA, DVP, and basic product development processes
Understanding of vehicle systems, load paths, and MIL-STD design standards
Experience with rapid prototyping or student design teams (e.g., Formula SAE, Aero Design, UAV projects)
Familiarity with change management and configuration tracking
Internship or co-op experience in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing is a plus

Create and manage CAD designs and Bill of Materials (BOM) for Nodes™ and vehicle structures
Build and analyze finite element (FE) models to optimize structural performance and weight
Validate designs through hand calculations and simulations
Present design concepts and results to technical and non-technical audiences
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and testing teams to bring designs from concept to production
Support prototype builds, testing, and troubleshooting
Document design best practices, lessons learned, and technical specifications
Contribute to process improvements and cost-reduction initiatives

CAD

BOM Management

Finite Element Analysis

FEA

Structural Analysis

Simulations

Hand Calculations

Prototyping

Testing

Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Divergent

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Consulting, Consumer Software, AI & Machine Learning, DesignIndustries