R&D Mechanical Engineer

Baker Hughes•Skaneateles, NY

1d•$75,760 - $140,660•Onsite

About The Position

As the world leader in non-destructive testing (NDT), Waygate Technologies offers the broadest portfolio of industrial inspection solutions. Our solutions include radiography and computed tomography (CT), remote visual inspection, ultrasound and eddy current technologies. We ensure safety, quality and productivity for our customers across major industries around the world. As an R&D Mechanical Engineer, you will demonstrate strong technical expertise, problem-solving capability, and engineering execution excellence. You will contribute to the design, development, and improvement of new and existing products, impacting cost, performance, reliability, and manufacturability. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain to deliver optimized product solutions. You will support innovation initiatives by researching emerging technologies and contributing to intellectual property development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
Minimum of 1 year of experience in an engineering role, including exposure to new product introduction (NPI) processes.
Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals and product design principles.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills with a focus on results and customer value.
Experience with 3D CAD software and engineering drawing creation.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross‑functional team environment.
Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Executing the design and analysis of assigned projects using sound engineering principles, ensuring alignment with business standards, practices, and product/program requirements.
Supporting product development from ideation through implementation, including design, prototyping, testing, refinement, and validation.
Partnering with interdisciplinary teams to ensure designs meet requirements for manufacturability, quality, and performance.
Working with suppliers to refine designs for optimal cost, consistency, and production efficiency.
Analyzing complex technical challenges, prioritizing critical issues, and delivering effective solutions within required timelines.
Participating in and conducting design reviews with a focus on requirements, FMEA, manufacturability, reliability, and supplier capability.
Supporting innovation efforts through evaluation of new technologies and contributing to patent reviews and submissions.
Maintaining clear and accurate engineering documentation including design records, analysis reports, and validation results.