Technician Engineering Putter Lab

Taylor Made Golf•Carlsbad, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Technician Putter Engineering performs custom golf club assembly assignments of a non-routing nature and with significant complexity and variety. This position is responsible for in-house custom building of primarily putters, but may extend to other clubs when necessary.

Requirements

Ability to communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing and demonstrated skills in reading and following written directions in English
Strong interpersonal and public relations skills to deal courteously and professionally with tour professionals and cross-functional co-workers
Strong knowledge of golf terminology and design, including club assembly process and related standards
Advanced custom club assembly skills, including loft, lie, and face angles
Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and practices used in the building and design of product
Proficient in simple arithmetic skills and ability to read measurement tools
Strong attention to detail and ability to detect defects and make proper recommendations or repairs
Demonstrated skill in the use of standard equipment and hand tools specific to area of assignment
High School graduate or equivalent GED required

Nice To Haves

Grinding, cutting and sandblasting abilities with different metal types preferred
Preferred ability to use CNC milling machine in order to engrave lines, initials, names and logos to golf club heads
Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Project)
1 year additional technical or trade school education above high school level preferred
5+ years of experience regarding modification of existing putter parts in order to create non-standard clubs strongly preferred
Experience with CNC milling machines preferred
Passion/interest/knowledge for competitive golf preferred
Experience with modern tools (AI) preferred

Responsibilities

Perform putter and golf club assembly to a high degree of technical specifications with quality and accuracy
Modify standard components and finished product to meet special technical requirements
Provide and assist golf professionals with company products and service by adjusting, repairing or replacing component parts
Service and repair finished products when necessary. May troubleshoot finished product and make simple repairs as specified or deemed necessary. May make simple adjustments to correct minor deficiencies or meet individual requirements
Perform routine analysis to check accuracy, applicability and reasonableness of specifications to finished product
Inspect component parts for flaws, scratches or other cosmetic defects to ensure quality workmanship of product
Follow prescribed work methods or explicit instruction
Maintain equipment and tools necessary for use in area of assignment
Perform work in accordance with sound safety practices
Assist RDE in prototyping products on an adhoc basis
Performs other related duties and assignments as required