Research and Development Engineer

About the role

The key purpose of this role is to support our innovative Research and Development by assisting in the development and testing of cutting-edge solutions. The R&D Engineer will play a crucial role in creating mockups in the production area and engaging in various production tasks, including packaging. This is a hands-on role involving prototype construction, assembly, and evaluation, as well as contributing to the continuous improvement of production processes.

Responsibilities

• Own development of new products from concept through validation and implementation.
• Design and engineer product solutions aligned with technical and commercial requirements.
• Develop prototypes and conduct iterative testing to refine product performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align product design with manufacturing capabilities.
• Ensure product designs meet performance, cost, and manufacturability requirements.
• Support transition of new products from development into production environments.
• Testing, Validation & Technical Analysis:
• Conduct testing and validation activities to ensure product performance and compliance.
• Analyze test data and identify opportunities to improve product functionality and durability.
• Support certification, regulatory testing, and documentation requirements for new products.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, specifications, and design records.
• Perform root cause analysis on product issues and recommend design improvements.
• Validate design changes to ensure performance, safety, and quality standards are maintained.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field required.
• 3 - 7 years of experience in product development, engineering, or R&D roles required.
• Strong knowledge of engineering design principles and product development processes.
• Experience with CAD software and engineering design tools preferred.
• Experience with testing, validation, and technical analysis methodologies.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Able to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering data.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial product environments preferred.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Able to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering data.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial product environments preferred.

Benefits

• Pay range: $90,000 to $110,000 USD.
• This role is eligible for a discretionary bonus.
• Career Scope and Advancement: As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.
• World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You’ll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a “Health Advocate.” We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.
• Corporate Social Responsibility: Through Planet Passionate we are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us in creating a better world.
• Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted – allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.
• Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don’t believe in hierarchy, we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additionally mentorship for the future.
• Culture: We have a great team culture, highly collaborative, supportive, and social. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership, and strive for excellence.