How to hire a weight engineer

How to hire a weight engineer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step weight engineer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a weight engineer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new weight engineer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

Post a weight engineer job for free, promote it for a fee

Post free

1. Identify your hiring needs

   The weight engineer hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

   Yes

   No

   A weight engineer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, weight engineers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of weight engineers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Weight Engineer	Description	Hourly rate
   Weight Engineer	Aerospace engineers design primarily aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and missiles. In addition, they test prototypes to make sure that they function according to design.	$32-68
   Stress Analyst	A stress analyst is a type of aerospace engineer; they design, construct, and test aircraft. They may also work on missiles or spacecraft... Show more	$30-54
   Engineering Scientist	An engineering scientist is responsible for designing new technological systems through the evaluation of scientific methods and innovative solutions. Engineering scientists analyze technical parts and components, researching the current engineering trends to meet public demands and interests... Show more	$31-59

   Show more

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • CATIA
   • Calculation
   • Weight Data
   • Mass Properties Data
   • Stress Analysis
   • Mass Properties Engineering

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage Jenkins security by providing specific access to authorize developers/testers using project base matrix authorization strategy.
   • Perform detail mass properties calculations from 3D CATIA models and release engineering drawings.
   • Perform from conceptual mass properties estimations to final design calculation for new product development.
   • Work to resolve differences between BOM weight and the IPT engineer's weight they expect.
   • Support IPT team design weight optimization/control.
   • Conduct geotechnical and environmental subsurface investigations.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your weight engineer job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A weight engineer can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, weight engineers' average salary in indiana is 46% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level weight engineers 53% less than senior-level weight engineers.
   • Certifications. A weight engineer with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a weight engineer's salary.

   Average weight engineer salary

   $98,396yearly

   $47.31 hourly rate

   ---

   Entry-level weight engineer salary

   $67,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

4. Writing a weight engineer job description

   A weight engineer job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a weight engineer job description:

   Weight engineer job description example

   Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility
   At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.
   
   We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design - where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.
   
   Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we're providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.
   
   As Mass Engineer, Vehicle Integration you will be the main mass control point of contact in Vehicle Engineering, where multiple competing interests exist. Using expertise that spans the full breath of mechanical disciplines, you will drive optimal mass into Lucid vehicles across all product lines.
   
   This role is open to all levels of experience. Your exact job level (Engineer, Sr. Engineer, Tech Specialist, etc.) will be defined by the experience and technical ability you have. However, this role and team will be a mixture of different experience levels all working together to make groundbreaking products with amazing innovation.
   The Role:Perform benchmarking efforts to understand competitive strategies for weight reduction, recommending approaches to system and component owners Lead team(s) in setting system and vehicle mass targets Perform analysis of mass to meet system and vehicle requirements Demonstrate ability to handle multiple competing requirements from various engineering groups as well as cost Lead physical verification of weight status Collaborate with engineers and mass reduction efforts, using CAD and CAE optimization Promote best practices for use of lightweight materials Support BOM and Change Control release processes, including signing off of weight changes Specify the weight conditions under which regulatory tests will be conducted
   Qualifications:BS or MS Degree, Mechanical Engineering preferred Conversant with current and forthcoming vehicle architectures and system technologies and the tradeoffs between cost and weight.CAD experience (CATIA preferred) Demonstrated ability in developing and designing weight solutions. You must be able to work constructively with design engineers to create weight production proposals Understanding of the weight requirements in various regulatory tests Passion for electric vehicles and energy efficiency Motivation, flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment with tight timing constraints Proven problem solving and communication skills, excellent numeracy and spatial awareness Desire a candidate who is assertive, self-motivated and can work with minimal direction#LI-JM2
   Advantageous:Engineering experience with an automotive OEM or supplier Working knowledge of multiple automotive systems is preferred
   
   At Lucid, we don't just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.
   
   Notice regarding COVID-19 protocols
   At Lucid, we prioritize the health and wellbeing of our employees, families, and friends above all else. In response to the novel Coronavirus all new Lucid employees, whose job will be based in the United States may or may not be required to provide original documentation confirming status as having received the prescribed inoculation (doses). Vaccination requirements are dependent upon location and position, please refer to the job description for more details.
   
   Individuals in positions requiring vaccinations may seek a medical and/or religious exemption from this requirement and may be granted such an accommodation after submitting a formal request to and the subsequent review and approval thereof by our dedicated Covid-19 Response team.
   
   To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

   Copy this example

   

5. Post your job

   To find the right weight engineer for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with weight engineers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit weight engineers who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your weight engineer job on Zippia to find and recruit weight engineer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit weight engineers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new weight engineer

   Once you've selected the best weight engineer candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new weight engineer. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

   Sign up to download full list

   Sign up

How much does it cost to hire a weight engineer?