Design Project Engineer - Elastomer

Job Summary:

This Design Engineer II will support the growth of our Elastomer Couplings business in the global market. The role involves cross-functional work with our global teams to design and develop reliable products utilizing elastomer materials in various products.

This role will support new customer and supplier development and contribute to Sustaining Engineering (SE) activities, Material Cost Out (MCO), and New Product Development (NPD) projects. Additionally, this position will create and follow test plans and provide training and guidance to less experienced personnel.

Responsibilities:

• Develops reliable and cost-effective elastomer coupling solutions, considering manufacturability and ease of installation and maintenance.

• Demonstrates proficiency in creating, reviewing, and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.

• Originates test requests and follows tests; organize, analyze, and summarize test data.

• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to ensure product feasibility and manufacturability.

• Analyzes and solves complex engineering problems related to elastomer materials.

• Prepares detailed engineering reports, specifications, and documentation.

• Visits customers to provide technical training, sales presentations, and support for coupling installation or failure analysis.

• Communicates with vendors and potential vendors on technical matters.

• Supports product and manufacturing transfers and restructuring projects.

• Leads and supports Continuous Improvement (CI) projects and Kaizen events to improve efficiency.

• Provides support for the development of marketing collateral such as white papers, brochures, and catalogs.

• Develops and presents technical trainings (internal and external) as needed.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related field.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in engineering department, designing industrial products.

• Strong knowledge of polymer chemistry & properties, processing techniques, and applications.

• Proven knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to elastomer materials.

• Strong technical writing skills for creating SOPs and specifications.

• Proven understanding and application of lean concepts such as Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S, GEMBA, and Root Cause Analysis in line with the Regal Rexnord Business Systems.

• Ability to coordinate activities and influence others in a cross-functional environment and capable of working with minimal supervision.

• Competency in Microsoft computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication and presentation skills.

• 10%-15% travel to manufacturing sites to understand processes and how designs impact coupling cost.

• Previous experience designing rotating equipment (ex. couplings, pumps, turbines) and using industry standards such as AGMA, API, ISO, and ANSI preferred.

• Solid project management skills are a plus.

• Familiarity with CAD & FEA (for example SolidWorks, Creo, Solid Edge, or AutoCAD & ANSYS, Abaqus, or Nastran) is preferred.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship to obtain or keep U.S. work authorization.

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage

• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)

• Paid Time Off and Holidays

• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions

• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Paid Leaves

• Tuition Assistance

Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com.

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