Research and Development Engineer jobs in Massachusetts

Growing company in Auburn is seeking a R&D Engineer with strong machine design and/or NPI experience. A strong materials background is a plus, FEA and Fluid Dynamics are highly desirable. Come and join a great team that offers career growth, a competitive starting salary, and a comprehensive benefits package. Apply today, we'd love to meet you!

R&D Engineer

The R&D Engineer will be responsible for developing new products; improving existing product designs; providing technical support (structural, thermal, fluid analysis) for various product development projects. Additionally, the R&D Engineer will provide technical support for existing installations.

Exemplary Duties/Responsibilities

• Review and understand the project objectives, specifications and documentation. Utilize all available resources to obtain any missing information and clarify project objectives.
• Actively participate in establishing project cost estimates, time estimates and project milestone dates.
• Utilize FEA ,CFD and other tools to model physical systems with the objective to optimize product design and or correct product deficiencies.
• Utilize SolidWorks (and other CAD tools) to develop design layouts (3D model) of prototype equipment.
• Utilize vibration analyzers and other instrumentation as needed to optimize product design or troubleshoot equipment.
• Schedule and chair design review meetings to discuss and evaluate proposed product designs.
• Order all materials and hardware needed to build prototypes. Follow-up with the purchasing department to ensure that purchased items are received when expected.
• Build prototype components and equipment. Utilize outside and in-house resources as required.
• Establish and complete test programs on various components and full prototype equipment.
• Travel to customer and supplier sites as needed to obtain project information and or install, evaluate, and test prototype equipment and components.
• Work closely with other company departments, customers, and suppliers to ensure that all project objectives are met. Manage all aspects of the specific product development project.
• Assist Sales, Customers, Application Engineers, and others with equipment design and application questions as needed.
• Up to 25% travel required for installation of prototypes, product testing and training, and technical support of products

Educational/Experience:

• B.S. Mechanical Engineering or Aeronautical Engineering.
• (5) years of related experience.

Knowledge:

• Analytical and machine design skills are a plus.
• Understanding of structural and vibration analysis, fluids, and thermal analysis.
• Understanding of D.O.E.
• Understanding of engineering materials.

Skills:

• Proficient with SolidWorks CAD software.
• Proficient with FEA and CFD software.
• Proficient with use of vibration analyzers and other test instrumentation.
• Proficient with Microsoft applications- Excel and Word.

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With company roots going back over 30 years, Advantage Technical is an engineering and information technology services company and a national leader in the provision of technical resources today. These services include Staff Augmentation, Direct Placement, Project Resourcing and Outsourcing - delivered from 40 key market locations, by over 3500 specialized contractors, to over 500 clients across North America. Advantage Technical is a Best of Staffing Diamond Award winner for both Clients and Talent. For more information about the industries and services offered by Advantage Technical, please visit .

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