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RD Mechanical Engineer Signing Bonus Available

Oetiker, Wallingford, CT, United States


Job Description

Position Summary
The R&D Mechanical Engineer is a key link to product realization. Under the lead of the Project Manager and with the backing of the global R&D team, the role transforms customer needs into final products through engineering design, analysis, prototyping, testing, and production development with the ultimate goal to deliver innovative products and solutions to our global customers.

Essential Functions

Design and develop new mechanical hand tools (Design & Industrialization) while meeting quality, cost and time targets.

Create concepts, feasibility studies, physical prototypes, detailed drawings, assembly drawings, product documentation.

Execute feasibility, verification, and validation tests; consolidate and evaluate test results; develop & continuously improve test equipment and global procedures.

Carry out engineering analysis for new and existing designs, including FEA, tolerance analysis, and stress analysis

Assist with analysis and resolution of customer quality issues

Propose suggestions for product and department improvements

Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional project team, suppliers, and customers.

Deploy state-of-the-art engineering (e.g. Design for Six Sigma) and technical risk management tools

Define technical requirements and track fulfillment

Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

3D-CAD and technical drafting, preferably SolidWorks

Hands-on product development, including use of basic shop equipment and machine tools and 3D printers

Microsoft Office Suite (Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word)

Ability to explain complex technical issues to a non-technical audience

Demonstrated drive (energy, determination, motivation) and a can-do mentality

Precise working style with a high commitment to quality

Proven analytical and engineering expertise (Design for Six Sigma, Finite Element Analysis)

Good interpersonal skills with ability to communicate and negotiate effectively across all levels and all functions of the organization

High integrity, fair, emotionally mature, self-aware with a high degree of intellectual curiosity

Education / Experience

5+ years experience as R&D Mechanical Engineer, a focus on consumer products and mechanism design is a plus

Higher degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering (BSc, MSc) combined with relevant work experience. Outstanding oral and written communication skills in English

Additional Information
What You’ll Get

Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance

Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Signing Bonus Available
A competitive signing bonus may be offered to the successful candidate as part of the total compensation package. The signing bonus amount will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience, market competitiveness, and alignment with role requirements.

Compensation
$89,000-$89,000 per year

Oetiker Tool Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

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