Research & Development Engineer at Goodwin Recruiting

R&D Engineer – Agricultural Components

A well-established manufacturer in the agricultural equipment sector is seeking an experienced R&D Engineer to join its growing team. Working under the guidance of the Director of R&D, this role focuses on designing, testing, and refining aftermarket components for agricultural machinery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and reverse-engineer components for agricultural equipment.
• Lead product validation efforts to ensure performance and quality.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to transition designs into production smoothly.
• Evaluate new product opportunities and conduct feasibility reviews.
• Provide technical support across departments and mentor junior team members.
• Work closely with suppliers to develop and refine components.
• Manage project timelines and contribute to process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering.
• 10+ years of product design and development experience.
• Strong background in castings, fabrications, and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or CREO; familiarity with 3D printing and reverse engineering tools.
• Deep understanding of metallurgy, particularly carbon steels and heat treatment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Experience:

• FEA tools and mechanical system analysis.
• Experience with automation, tolerance stack-up, and complex assemblies.
• Hands-on knowledge of agricultural machinery or similar equipment.

If you're passionate about innovation in the ag sector and ready to take ownership of impactful engineering projects, we encourage you to apply.