What You’ll Do

We are seeking a highly skilled, adaptable R&D Engineering Technician to support our engineering team. You will solve complex technical challenges during product launch and/or manufacturing phases. The ideal candidate brings a variety of technical experiences and a passion for creative problem-solving. This role reports to the Director of Advanced Development Engineering and is based out of our Corporate Grove plant in Hudsonville, MI. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Prototyping: Build, test, and refine early-stage prototypes to validate new launch and R&D concepts.
• Machine Building: Design, fabricate and assemble custom testing equipment and production machinery.  
• Production Support: Troubleshoot complex engineering issues during product launch and ongoing manufacturing phases to optimize production, improve quality, and drive cost reductions.
• Design Collaboration: Use 3D CAD software and 3D printing to modify parts, fixtures, and machinery components.
• Adaptability: Shift focus rapidly between diverse projects to accommodate volatile workloads.
• Cross Functional Team Support: Work within a cross-functional launch team including Project Engineers, Tooling Engineers and Production Supervisors and Managers.

What You’ll Bring

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of comprehensive technical experience including:
  • Tooling design
  • Fabrication
  • Machine building
  • Injection molding (preferred, but not required)
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent manufacturing work experience
• Journeyman mold maker/machine repair/tool and die, etc is a plus, but not required
• Ability to use standard fabrication tools and equipment safely. Equipment could include: 
  • Vertical Mill
  • Lathe
  • Grinders
  • Saws
• Proven ability to find creative solutions to ambiguous technical failures
• Self motivated to work independently and manage multiple projects with little supervision
• Experience with AutoCad, Solidworks or PTC Creo CAD software for modeling and drafting is a plus.
• High tolerance for shifting priorities, tight deadlines, and changing daily tasks.