Engineering Technician - Research & Development

Royal Technologies•Hudsonville, MI

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Royal is a diverse manufacturer of injection molding, urethane foam and assemblies, serving the automotive, furniture, and consumer products industries. We are seeking a highly skilled, adaptable R&D Engineering Technician to support our engineering team. You will solve complex technical challenges during product launch and/or manufacturing phases. The ideal candidate brings a variety of technical experiences and a passion for creative problem-solving. This role reports to the Director of Advanced Development Engineering and is based out of our Corporate Grove plant in Hudsonville, MI.

Requirements

5+ years of comprehensive technical experience including: Tooling design, Fabrication, Machine building, Injection molding (preferred, but not required)
High school diploma, GED or equivalent manufacturing work experience
Ability to use standard fabrication tools and equipment safely.
Proven ability to find creative solutions to ambiguous technical failures
Self motivated to work independently and manage multiple projects with little supervision
High tolerance for shifting priorities, tight deadlines, and changing daily tasks.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman mold maker/machine repair/tool and die, etc is a plus, but not required
Experience with AutoCad, Solidworks or PTC Creo CAD software for modeling and drafting is a plus.

Responsibilities

Build, test, and refine early-stage prototypes to validate new launch and R&D concepts.
Design, fabricate and assemble custom testing equipment and production machinery.
Troubleshoot complex engineering issues during product launch and ongoing manufacturing phases to optimize production, improve quality, and drive cost reductions.
Use 3D CAD software and 3D printing to modify parts, fixtures, and machinery components.
Shift focus rapidly between diverse projects to accommodate volatile workloads.
Work within a cross-functional launch team including Project Engineers, Tooling Engineers and Production Supervisors and Managers.