Engineer Product Development

TaylorMade Golf Company•Carlsbad, CA

9d•$110,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineer, Product Development applies advanced engineering expertise to design, analyze, prototype, test, and launch next-generation golf ball products. This role demands deep proficiency in polymer science, data analysis, manufacturing processes, and project management — all in a fast-paced, hands-on R&D environment. The ideal candidate is a self-driven problem-solver who can lead cross-functional teams while serving as a subject matter expert and individual contributor.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of materials (polymer focused) and mechanical engineering principles
Knowledge of manufacturing methods (injection/compression molding, coatings, machining, etc.)
Experience working in testing or prototyping facility; hands-on experience with designing and fabricating test fixtures
Experience in critical data analysis and statistical modeling (Hypothesis testing, Design of Experiments approaches (DOE), Reliability, Regression, Machine Learning)
Various analytical skills and software experience (Matlab, SQL, Minitab, Life Data Analysis)
Experience with CAD design and FEA simulation tools a plus.
Strong communication skills and collaboration mentality: must be fluent in English (written and oral), have excellent interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization (e.g. marketing, sales, engineering, production, Tour reps, technicians, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Golf knowledge: terminology, products, rules, handicap of 18 or below preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead golf ball design and prototype efforts to help team explore new ideas and further optimize golf ball performance.
Coordinate prototype activities using internal and external resources.
Learn golf ball manufacturing process and develop hands on proficiency with materials, processes, and test methods used to prototype and evaluate in a lab environment.
Participate regularly in process improvement within areas of responsibility.
Continually develop better and faster ways of designing products using new technologies.
Develop complete understanding of critical product specs and how they relate to product performance.
Perform processing studies to assist in transferring new designs to production
Present/communicate data, approach, method, and schedule with supervisors/colleagues
Engage in product testing in lab and outside test environments.
Conduct research-oriented studies to further knowledge and understanding of performance and product usage.
Provide in-depth analysis of results.
Support activity related to patent filing or patent researching.
Supply the legal team with design view renderings, mockups, and other information as needed for draft patents or patent infringement evaluation.
Performs other related duties and assignments as required