Engineer, R&D - Equipment (Mechanical)

Velcro•Manchester, NH

About The Position

The Engineer, R&D - Equipment (Mechanical) applies engineering and scientific principles to product development and equipment engineering. Under direct supervision, the role performs engineering work of limited scope and complexity, contributes to cross-functional project teams, and supports the development, testing, improvement, and lifecycle management of products and manufacturing processes. The engineer gathers and translates customer and market needs into requirements, specifications, designs, prototypes, and test methods; analyzes competitive technologies; and documents and presents technical findings. The role provides mechanical engineering services for equipment design, construction, installation, procurement, commissioning, and launch. It develops equipment specifications and conceptual and detailed designs, performs calculations to document compliance with applicable standards, and supports troubleshooting and equipment operation. It also maintains project and equipment documentation, including drawings, bills of materials, and standard work, and supports new-equipment qualification through IQ, OQ, and PQ activities. The position is responsible for performing work with attention to safety, quality, and ergonomics; maintaining a safe work environment in accordance with company procedures and OSHA regulations; and complying with applicable quality and safety policies and regulations. Velcro USA Inc. describes safety as a core value and expects employees to complete required safety training, use personal protective equipment, report unsafe conditions, and follow applicable safety protocols.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
Experience in machine design, build, installation, and troubleshooting.
Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
Knowledge and experience configuring sensors and actuators, setting up tests, and documenting activities.
Solid project management skills and experience, including the ability to identify key success factors such as costs, features, and benefits.
Ability to use statistical tools and computer analysis, including Minitab.
Basic understanding of environmental aspects of the product life cycle.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams, including cross-functional teams.
Detail-oriented and organized.
Ability to solve problems creatively, systematically, and rationally.
Solid analytical, prioritization, and time-management skills.
Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally; approximately 10% travel.
Commitment to completing required safety training, using personal protective equipment, reporting unsafe conditions, and following safety protocols.

Nice To Haves

Experience with web converting, continuous plastic extrusion, injection molding, or processing thermoplastics and thermosets.
Mold design experience and knowledge of various molding techniques.

Responsibilities

Apply engineering and scientific principles to assess technical feasibility and perform engineering work under direct supervision.
Participate as a key member of cross-functional project teams to achieve project deliverables.
Collaborate with Operations, Quality, and Manufacturing Engineers on product lifecycle activities.
Identify customer needs through literature review, interviews, observation, competitive analysis, prototype evaluation, and clinical or simulated-use studies.
Translate customer and market needs into engineering requirements and product, packaging, process, and equipment specifications.
Design robust, manufacturable products and equipment using engineering fundamentals and modeling tools.
Simulate and analyze systems, subsystems, and data using modeling tools.
Write technical reports and prepare and present technical presentations.
Develop and execute test methods, including measurement equipment, test setup, measurement systems analysis, and data analysis.
Author and/or review Engineering Change Orders.
Coordinate issue and bug triage, risk ranking, and tracking through closure.
Provide technical engineering support for design and development activities for new and existing products.
Improve processes and procedures, including product charters, project plans, prototypes, and development tools.
Generate concepts for new products and enhancements to existing product performance.
Ensure compliance with company quality and safety policies, procedures, and practices, and applicable regulations.
Manage customer- or internally required special characteristics through risk analysis (FMEA), capability, and validation.
Serve as a customer advocate.
Lead and support mechanical engineering services for equipment design, construction, installation, procurement, and launch.
Perform calculations and document compliance with design, manufacturing, construction, and installation standards.
Design equipment and perform tasks with attention to safety, quality, and ergonomics; ensure equipment functions in compliance with relevant standards.
Maintain a safe work environment in accordance with Safety Procedures and OSHA regulations.
Maintain project and equipment documentation, including drawings, bills of materials, and standard work.
Lead or assist with startup and commissioning of new equipment, including IQ, OQ, and PQ.
Troubleshoot equipment operation as needed.
Complete required safety training, use personal protective equipment, report unsafe conditions, and follow applicable safety protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Travel domestically and internationally, approximately 10%.