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Principal Forging Design Engineer

Department: Engineering

Bring Your Expertise. Shape What’s Next.

At Trident Maritime Systems – Custom Alloy Division, we don’t just make metal—we forge critical components that serve the most demanding maritime and defense applications. As a Principal Forging Design Engineer, you’ll take the lead in designing and optimizing forging processes, dies, and tooling systems that meet tough customer specs and raise the bar for quality and performance.

This isn’t a theoretical desk job. We’re looking for someone who thrives on solving real-world challenges, has a deep understanding of metallurgical and mechanical principles, and enjoys collaborating across engineering, simulation, and production teams to make complex parts manufacturable and reliable.

What You’ll Do

+ Develop forging processes, tooling, and dies using CAD and simulation tools

+ Review and interpret customer specs and translate them into production-ready plans

+ Collaborate with simulation engineers to validate and refine die designs

+ Support quoting efforts with sales by creating clear, accurate design packages

+ Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize quality, efficiency, and cost

+ Write metallurgical instructions for heat treatment, chemistry, and mechanical/NDT testing

+ Troubleshoot production issues and provide rework instructions as needed

+ Participate in root cause investigations and drive corrective actions

+ Train production teams on new techniques and process improvements

+ Support new product introductions and upgrades to tooling or equipment

What Makes You a Great Fit

+ Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering

+ 10+ years of experience in forging, tooling, or die design

+ Deep knowledge of carbon/stainless steels, nickel alloys, and titanium

+ Skilled in SolidWorks or similar CAD software

+ Familiar with NDT methods (UT, PT) and mechanical testing standards

+ Strong problem-solving mindset and willingness to take initiative

+ Excellent collaboration and communication skills

+ ERP system experience is a plus

+ You enjoy rolling up your sleeves, owning your work, and seeing it through

Why You’ll Want to Join Trident

Our work isn’t cookie-cutter — it’s customized, high-stakes, and deeply rewarding. You’ll be part of a team that values technical excellence, teamwork, and doing things right the first time. Your ideas will be heard, and your expertise will directly impact the success of defense and commercial programs that demand reliability above all else.

What We Offer

+ Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Cigna / VSP)

+ Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with company contributions

+ 401(k) with company match

+ Paid Time Off + 10 Paid Holidays

+ $200/year safety shoe reimbursement

+ Prescription safety glasses program

+ Company-paid life insurance and voluntary life coverage

+ Supplemental insurance options

+ Paid training and career development opportunities

+ Employee referral program

About Trident Maritime Systems – Custom Alloy Division

Located in High Bridge, NJ, we specialize in seamless and welded pipe, tube, and custom heavy-duty fabrications used in critical U.S. Navy and industrial systems. Our work is large-scale, precise, and safety-driven. We prioritize quality, invest in people, and take pride in doing work that truly matters.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Trident Maritime Systems – Custom Alloy Division is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Note: Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check and drug screening. U.S. citizenship is required for this position due to federal contract work.

M-F 8am - 5pm

Onsite