Applied R&D Engineer

Socket.dev; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Weyerhaeuser is seeking an Applied R&D Engineer to develop innovative wood product solutions for North American buildings. You will work at the intersection of engineering, product development, manufacturing, and building science to turn ideas into commercially viable products.

Collaborate with engineers, scientists, and market analysts to solve building challenges, perform research, structural analysis, code evaluation, and laboratory testing, delivering practical solutions that create value

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required or actively pursuing licensure.
• Five or more years of engineering experience with a focus on building materials/wood products.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and contribute to a strong safety-first culture.
• Develop and evaluate innovative building and product solutions using structural analysis and testing.
• Apply building codes and design standards (IBC, IRC, NDS, ASCE) to support new products.
• Plan, conduct, and oversee structural testing programs and report results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance products from concept to commercialization.

Skills

Structural analysis

Code evaluation

Lab testing

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Build what's next in wood products.
At Weyerhaeuser, we are a global leader in sustainable forestry, wood products, and timberland management. For more than a century, we have helped shape the built environment through innovative wood-based solutions for residential, light commercial, and home improvement applications across North America and beyond. Our success is built on the talent, creativity, and dedication of our people. We foster an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives, rewards results, and supports continuous learning and professional growth.

We are committed to safety, integrity, sustainability, citizenship, and innovation. In return, we offer competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and meaningful opportunities to develop your career while contributing to a renewable future.

Join Our Applied R&D Team!

As an Applied R&D Engineer, you will contribute to the development of innovative wood product solutions that are used in real buildings throughout North America. Working at the intersection of engineering, product development, manufacturing, and building science, you will help transform ideas into commercially viable products and applications.

In this role, you will collaborate with engineers, scientists, and market analysts to solve complex building challenges. Your work will include product research and development, structural analysis, code evaluation and laboratory testing.
We are seeking a curious and driven engineer who enjoys solving challenging technical problems, embraces innovation, and takes pride in delivering practical solutions that create value for customers.

Why Join Us?

• Develop product and building solutions that directly influence how structures are designed and built.
• Work alongside a highly experienced and collaborative team of analysts, engineers and scientists.
• Gain exposure across the complete product lifecycle, from concept development through manufacturing and market implementation.
• Help advance innovation in a growing industry centered on sustainability and renewable materials.
• Contribute to solutions that support a more resilient and sustainable built environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and actively contribute to a strong safety-first culture.
• Develop innovative building and product solutions using structural analysis, engineering principles, and mechanical testing.
• Apply building codes and design standards, including IBC, IRC, NDS, and ASCE standards, to support new product development and applications.
• Develop and evaluate technical concepts for code compliance, manufacturing feasibility, and field application.
• Plan, conduct, and oversee structural testing programs, including test design, execution, data analysis, and technical reporting.
• Interpret technical data and translate findings into actionable product development recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance products from concept through commercialization.
• Support code approvals, technical documentation, and engineering guidance for new products.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Five or more years of engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of North American building codes, structural design principles, product applications, and engineering analysis.
• Experience with wood design, engineered wood products, or building materials.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to identify meaningful product development opportunities and translate them into practical solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.

Join us and help create the next generation of wood products and building solutions. At Weyerhaeuser, your ideas, expertise, and innovation can make a lasting impact on the future of construction.

About Weyerhaeuser

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We're serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

What We Offer:

Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $98,800-$148,200 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 10%25 of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.

Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution. Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.

Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5%25 of your base salary.

Paid Time Off or Vacation: We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours and paid parental leave for all full-time employees.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team