R&D Design Engineer, Precision Welding

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC

Appleton (WI)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 115,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC is seeking an R&D Design Engineer to drive research, design, development, testing, and validation of precision welding systems, including laser and advanced arc welding technologies.

The role collaborates with NPD and other engineering teams to mature concepts, ensure manufacturability, and support transition to product development and commercialization. A hands-on, problem-solving engineer is ideal.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in HVAC/R Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related engineering discipline.
3+ years of engineering, product development, or equipment design experience.
Experience with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, or similar.
Understanding of mechanical design fundamentals, heat transfer, fluid flow, and thermal management.
Experience creating engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation.

Responsibilities

Design and develop mechanical and thermal systems for next-generation laser and advanced arc welding technologies.
Collaborate with electrical, optical, software, welding/application, and other R&D engineers to develop integrated system concepts and solutions.
Develop and build prototypes and proof-of-concept systems to evaluate new technology and design approaches.
Perform engineering analysis, calculations, simulations, and technical assessments to guide design decisions and resolve technical risks.
Develop thermal management and cooling solutions for laser sources, power electronics, optics, and other high-power system components.
Participate in system architecture development, technology trade-off studies, and design reviews.
Create engineering models, drawings, bills of materials, test plans, and technical documentation appropriate to the maturity of the R&D design.
Evaluate and work with suppliers and technology partners on new components, materials, and technologies.
Collaborate with NPD engineering teams to mature validated R&D solutions and support effective technology transfer into product development.
Work with suppliers to identify and qualify components and materials.
Support regulatory and industry compliance requirements.
Interface with manufacturing, quality, regulatory, sales, and service as needed to incorporate manufacturability, compliance, customer, and field considerations into technology development.