Cutting Tool Design & R&D Engineer - Travel

Sandvik; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandvik seeks a Product Design and R&D Engineer to drive research, design, development, testing, and commercialization of innovative cutting tool solutions and manufacturing technologies. You will lead projects from concept to production, evaluating emerging materials, digital tools, and processing methods to support growth objectives.

The role requires hands-on design for solid carbide, carbide-tipped, ceramic, PCD, CBN, and specialty tools, with data-driven testing and collaboration across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in product development, R&D, manufacturing, or cutting tool design.
• Advanced CAD/CAM knowledge in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Siemens NX and/or Mastercam.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of cutting tool products from concept through commercialization.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies, materials, coatings, manufacturing methods, and industry trends.
• Design and optimize solid carbide, carbide-tipped, ceramic, PCD, CBN and specialty cutting tools.
• Develop and validate product performance through laboratory and production testing.
• Create test plans, analyze results, and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Investigate manufacturing technologies including coatings, grades, additive manufacturing, and digital solutions.
• Develop and implement digital engineering tools, databases, software applications, and AI-driven solutions to improve efficiency and innovation.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure successful transition of new products into production.
• Conduct competitive benchmarking and product performance studies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on product performance, quality, cost, and manufacturability.
• Maintain awareness of market trends, customer requirements, and industry advancements.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, specifications, and product documentation.
• Support end-user activities at customers and machine tool builders.
• Work with design team to optimize processes and procedures.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Siemens NX

Mastercam

Job description

Sandvik seeks a Product Design and R&D Engineer to drive research, design, development, testing, and commercialization of innovative cutting tool solutions and manufacturing technologies. You will lead projects from concept to production, evaluating emerging materials, digital tools, and processing methods to support growth objectives.

The role requires hands-on design for solid carbide, carbide-tipped, ceramic, PCD, CBN, and specialty tools, with data-driven testing and collaboration across