R&D Engineer

The Gund Company-Mexico

About The Position

The R&D Mechanical Engineer drives innovation through the design, development, and implementation of new materials, products, and manufacturing processes. The role supports organizational growth by optimizing existing systems and developing mechanical solutions that address market and customer needs. It translates customer requirements into functional designs with attention to performance, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness. The position involves hands-on experimentation, prototyping, testing, and data analysis to validate new concepts and improve existing product lines. The engineer works independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, applying engineering judgment and creative problem-solving. The role also includes reviewing patents, benchmarking competitive technologies, and identifying opportunities for innovation in design and material applications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering.
More than 3 years of proven experience in mechanical design, maintenance, and/or R&D engineering functions in a manufacturing environment.
Project experience in capital equipment procurement and installation.
Project experience in mold and tool design.
Troubleshooting experience with mechanical and electromechanical systems.
Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or Creo and mechanical simulation tools.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, including CNC, injection molding, and composite materials.
Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
Ability to work on the shop floor and production line to help develop new products.
No skin allergies, as the work environment involves contact with fiberglass materials, solvents, and different types of resins.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Minitab.

Responsibilities

Design and develop molds and dies based on material performance characteristics.
Create and implement custom tools and fixtures to improve efficiency, repeatability, and process reliability.
Develop capital charter proposals and manage capital project implementation.
Create CAD drawings for new equipment and tooling.
Review and validate tool and mold requisitions for compliance with required specifications and standards.
Apply knowledge of material properties to optimize product durability, functionality, and manufacturability.
Conduct experiments, mechanical testing, and data analysis to validate new and existing product lines.
Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and development teams to support process integration and scalability.
Research emerging technologies, materials, and industry trends to inform design decisions.
Prepare engineering reports and technical documentation, and participate in cross-functional design reviews.
Evaluate patents and competitor products to identify opportunities for innovation.
Provide testing support to Sales and Marketing for benchmarking and reverse engineering.
Support R&D and production departments in maintaining material and process quality standards.
Write technical white papers.
Perform data analysis based on statistical studies.
Provide testing support for project validation, IQ/OQ/PQ, materials qualification, and material test plans.
Maintain and update test logs and prepare test reports.
Develop in-depth knowledge of product and material standards related to the company’s market development plans and growth model.
Lead A3 projects using Gantt charts.
Use an ERP system.
Create and modify ECN documents in Visual.