at IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. in Sycamore, Illinois, United States
Job Description
R&D Design Engineer - HYBRID
Job Locations
US-IL-Sycamore
ID
2024-5629
# of Openings
1
Type
Regular Full-Time
Shift
Day Admin
Overview
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. has built a reputation for over a century by crafting iconic tools and practical technology required in aerospace, data communications, electrical, wire processing and construction. The global family of IDEAL brands includes IDEAL Electrical, Anderson Power, Enatel, and IVRY Technologies.
A vibrant and dynamic company, IDEAL is best known for our wire connectors, the gold standard for making electrical connections around the world. Nearly every commercial jet is assembled using IDEAL wire strippers and, as part of the critical equipment on NASA missions, our tools even help NASA astronauts fly to the moon. Most important, our products benefit skilled tradespeople, who reach for IDEAL tools every day.
IDEAL is propelled by the concept of Building an IDEAL World. Our family-run business is committed to building ideal relationships with customers, employees, and communities by crafting some of our industry's most innovative and trusted tools.
Responsibilities
The R&D Design Engineer is responsible for researching new technologies and methods and incorporating research findings into development of new product concepts and proof of principle prototypes. This role will carry out activities that include field research, technology research, design, prototyping, and testing. IDEAL products cover a full spectrum of items in the field of Hand Tools, Benders, Fishtapes, Electrical Connectors, Testers, and DataComm devices. The successful candidate will report to the Director of Innovation and Technical Services and work closely with our Product Management and Engineering teams.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design and develop new product concepts and proof of principle prototypes to achieve the required functionality as set forth by our product criteria and design requirements.
Research technologies and methods to help achieve product requirements.
Manage and lead Prototype and proof of principal construction.
Perform design of experiments to test and evaluate concepts.
Work closely with the product management team to prototype and refine concepts.
Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) to create innovative, robust, and reliable designs that provide solutions to our customer's needs.
Keep material cost requirements and manufacturing needs in focus as developing new product ideas.
Perform field evaluations, collect, and analyze data on prototype samples and adjust finished designs as needed.
Present data and analysis to Engineering and Product Management groups.
Develop the knowledge of current and anticipated agency requirements (i.e., National Electrical Code (NEC), UL, CSA and applicable industry standards (i.e. ANSI, ASTM).
Up to 20% of responsibility will include applications engineering.
Analize customer applications and provide IDEAL solutions through current product or needed product development
Develop Aerospace wire stripping solutions for new wire applications. Though use of IDEAL applications principles
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
3-5 years mechanical design or R&D experience
Project management experience
Working knowledge of materials science and mechanical properties of metals and polymers
Demonstrated sense of urgency and results-oriented
Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite of products including Excel and MS Project
Strong sense of Creativity and interest in innovation
Demonstrated sense of urgency
Results oriented, self-motivated
Ability to work independently
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Experience in Voice of Customer (VOC) processes
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to lead a project and work with a diverse team to drive results
A creative mindset in design and solutions development
Attention to detail in design and project planning
Critical time management and organizational skills
Project management skills
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we know that it is our people that truly separate us from the competition. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K and a Pension plan. To learn more about us, visit us at www.idealindustries.com
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IDEAL INDUSTRIES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
