Senior R&D Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Lead new product development and product sustainment initiatives.
• Design, evaluate, and improve products and manufacturing processes.
• Provide technical leadership within the engineering team.
• Plan and execute pilot builds and product validation testing.
• Support product transfer and launch into manufacturing.
• Create manufacturing documentation, inspection plans, and training materials.
• Drive first article inspections and production readiness activities.
• Communicate project status, milestones, and risks to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver successful product outcomes.
• Partner with external vendors and suppliers to support development efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, plastics engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in plastic component or device manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience designing and developing injection molded products.
• Proven success leading component and system design projects from concept to launch.
• Experience planning and executing verification and validation (V&V) testing.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and project leadership skills.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD modeling, preferably SolidWorks.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Attributes

• Self-starter with an innovative and results-driven mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration skills and experience working across cross-functional teams.
• Comfortable communicating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.