Research & Development Engineer Job Description

Research & Development Engineer Job Description

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Research & development engineer provides object oriented software designs and develop unit-test driven RESTful web services and web APIs in both C# .Net Framework and .Net Core that integrates with databases, Azure cloud, web services, Web and console applications.

Research & Development Engineer Duties & Responsibilities

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Support and lead lab testing, like accelerated weathering of polymers, adhesive testing, chemical analysis, printing
Develop high quality, AI products that will dramatically boost the productivity of sales and marketing professionals
Lead and support research and advanced projects related to engine boost systems and air delivery
Design and develop subsystems including turbochargers, throttle bodies and intake manifolds
Define problem statements and requirements for subsystem and components
Interface with engineers from engine systems, controls, and Tier 1 suppliers
Perform CAE modeling using tools such as GT-Power and ProDuct
Create and modify foundation documents including Boundary Diagram, P-Diagram, DFMEA, DVP
Manage projects from kick-off through application readiness

Research & Development Engineer Qualifications

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Licensing or Certifications for Research & Development Engineer

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Education for Research & Development Engineer

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Employers hiring for the research & development engineer job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Engineering, Science, Education, Mechanical Engineering, Government, Technical, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Design, Chemical Engineering

Skills for Research & Development Engineer

Desired skills for research & development engineer include:

Design patterns
Object-oriented design and microservices architecture principles
C
Microsoft Azure and familiarity with other cloud platforms and concepts
.NET framework
ARM assembly
C++ and x86
Computer science concepts
Computer security concepts
Embedded systems

Desired experience for research & development engineer includes:

Experience in application of rapid prototyping techniques (stereolithography, machining, assembly, ) is required
Materials development and qualification
Conduct development and verification of post process algorithms to derive environmental fields of interest from weather modeling output
Candidate will have molding experience
Knowledge of IPv4, TCP, UDP and related IETF standards
Experience using Wireshark to analyze traffic flows and troubleshoot network applications

Research & Development Engineer Examples

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Research & Development Engineer Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of research & development engineer. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for research & development engineer
  • Developing finish processes, specifications and standard operating procedures
  • Responsible for developing a new fabric from scratch, figuring out the performance characteristics and tailoring the fabric to make sure it meets those needs
  • Work on existing line of products to see how they can be made more cost effective without compromising the characteristics of the fabrics
  • Work closely with other departments to make sure that the process runs smoothly
  • Experimental Design / Laboratory Simulation / Computational Modeling to design new automotive steels or modify existing products
  • Conduct detailed microstructure investigations using OM, SEM, TEM, EBSD, X-ray
  • Characterization of product attributes including mechanical properties, bendability and hole expansion
  • Collaborate with Process Research and Auto Product Applications personnel to carry out assessments related to process risk analysis, manufacturability & meet customer functional requirements prior to finalizing product design
  • Combine forces with mill & quality personnel to convert laboratory generated steel designs into robust products and processes in the plants
  • Participate in mill trials and provide necessary support and guidance
Qualifications for research & development engineer
  • Proficiency in modern experimental methods, instrumentation, and measurement systems
  • Knowledge of metal forming and fabrication, welding, and assembly
  • PhD degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience
  • 3+ years' experience in design or CAE role (academic experience considered)
  • Knowledge of engine components and systems
  • Experience with 1D and/or 3D flow modeling
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Research & Development Engineer Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of research & development engineer. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for research & development engineer
  • Interact with customers to provide unique PM material solutions
  • Interact with Carpenter manufacturing staff at all PM facilities to lead and assist with yield improvement efforts and equipment upgrades
  • Interact with national laboratories, universities and industrial consortiums to jointly develop and evaluate new processes and materials
  • Be a leader in PM technology and mentor all levels of staff as needed
  • Creates models and assesses and presents alternative approaches
  • Captures customer, organizational, and business requirements and integrates these needs into software and system
  • Analyzes current programs including performance, diagnosis and troubleshooting of problem programs, designs solutions
  • Identifies and addresses changes and updates of products and processes
  • Creates tests and tests programs to ensure that results are accurate
  • Identify opportunities for re-design/design of basic equipment, tools, fixtures, to improve manufacturing processes
Qualifications for research & development engineer
  • Experience with advanced tools (Matlab, Python, etc) and literature review
  • Experience in the application and use of finite element analysis techniques
  • Formula S.A.E
  • Author of scientific papers and/or patents
  • Black Belt certification and/or DFSS experience
  • Experience in radial tire development
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Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of research & development engineer. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for research & development engineer
  • Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform R&D, engineering and design tasks
  • Manages interaction and successful negotiation with multi-disciplinary teams containing both internal TCS members members external to TCS
  • After training, must be able to operate all associated semiconductor metrology equipment including scanning electron microscopy, focused ion beam milling, and thin film metrology techniques
  • Statistical analysis of data, design and execution of experiments including DOE
  • Generate internal and external documentation for products, presentations, and technical reports, and generate process engineering specifications
  • Interface with customers and suppliers regarding demonstration results, new product evaluations, training of process and/or equipment, and troubleshooting of process issues
  • Develop a general knowledge of our product lines and knowledge of various anatomies and pathologies
  • Assess high voltage properties of VO2 using metallic carbon nanotubes…
  • Initiate, run and finalize projects and assignments from lab to plant scale
  • Evaluate, report and present your results
Qualifications for research & development engineer
  • 3-5 years of tire engineering experience
  • Requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, materials science, or related engineering field
  • Minimum of five years professional experience (years of advanced degree education will be considered in lieu of years of professional experience)
  • An active TS/SCI with Poly security clearance
  • Familiar with instrumentation to measure flow, power, temperature, pressure
  • The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering
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Research & Development Engineer Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of research & development engineer. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for research & development engineer
  • Lead, support, and approve internal engineering changes
  • Write technical protocols and reports for various aspects including design verifications and validations
  • Design History File documentation and adherence to FDA/QSR design control requirements
  • Provide solutions to technical issues and implement solutions using the internal change process
  • Gather user input and contribute to local and international market research
  • Ensure project business commitments specific to project scope, resources and timing are achieved
  • Occasionally travel to support and drive projects
  • Contribute inventions, new designs and techniques regarded as advances in the medical and technical community
  • Provide routine project status communication to management
  • Research and apply new designs and technologies
Qualifications for research & development engineer
  • Direct experience with the atomization of liquid metals and the handling, processing and characterizing of loose powders and consolidated products is preferred
  • Prior experience in applications related to additive manufacturing (AM) is a plus
  • Technical experience in specialty alloys with an emphasis in stainless steels, alloy steels, nickel-based alloys and electronic/magnetic alloys is desirable
  • Training in statistics (Statistical Process Control and/or Design of Experiments)
  • Six Sigma or variation reduction training is a plus
  • Attention to detail and strong communication skills are required
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Research & Development Engineer Job Description

Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of research & development engineer. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for research & development engineer
  • File Intellectual Property applications for well-developed ideas and discoveries
  • Create and present technical information to senior management
  • Lead and execute projects, which are diverse, complex, or innovative in nature
  • Recommend data-driven design modifications
  • Develop preliminary and final prototypes to evaluate safety, functionality, and reliability
  • Review design iterations against project requirements, ergonomic comfort, safety, manufacturability, and cost efficiency
  • Use Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) best practices
  • Present concepts and models to Merchandising for functional and aesthetic approval
  • Conduct R&D activities with the emphasis in column packing, chromatography evaluation, and innovation
  • Develop reliable and reproducible packing process of capillary and nano LC columns for LC-MS applications, and of UHPLC columns for high-resolution and high throughput applications
Qualifications for research & development engineer
  • Five (5) years of experience in design, development and improvement of industrial chemical or polymer production/process
  • One year of experience working with capital costs for a variety of chemical processes to guide process choices and value proposition development
  • Previous experience working with a network of EPC and technology/equipment vendors (e.g., liquid-liquid separation specialists, toll manufacturers etc)
  • A lateral thinker with insatiable curiosity and a drive to understand how things work
  • Ability to handle ambiguity and chart clear path forward (e.g., convert broad problem statement to specific concepts and experiments to explore)
  • Experience in deriving insight from literature reviews, SME consultation

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