R&D Engineer: Invent, Prototype & Scale Solutions

Boxabl, Inc.; North Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BOXABL is seeking an experienced R&D Engineer to lead exploration from concept through prototyping and transfer to production. You will tackle open-ended technical problems, translate findings into practical, manufacturable designs, and work across design and manufacturing teams to drive new technologies to market.

The role requires hands-on prototyping, strong experimental design skills, and ability to work in ambiguity while delivering impactful results for the company’s housing innovation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in R&D testing or product development engineering.
• Strong hands-on prototyping skills across multiple fabrication methods.
• Experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks or equivalent).
• Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals and domain knowledge.
• Experience designing experiments, including test planning, data collection, and analysis.
• Ability to work with ambiguous problems and structure an approach.
• Excellent technical documentation and communication skills.
• Familiarity with regulatory and code compliance processes (UL/CSA/IEC/ETL).
• Experience working with test labs, certification bodies, or notified bodies.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and prototype new concepts, materials, and technologies to solve open-ended technical problems.
• Conduct feasibility studies and proof-of-concept builds to validate ideas before full development.
• Design and run experiments, tests, and simulations to characterize performance and design limits.
• Build and iterate on prototypes rapidly using 3D printing, machining, and benchtop fixtures.
• Analyze test data and translate findings into actionable design recommendations.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to transition projects into producible designs.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends relevant to product roadmap.
• Document research methodology, findings, and IP-relevant work.
• Identify and mitigate technical risk early in development cycle.
• Present findings to engineering leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.

Skills

Hands-on prototyping

Experimental design

Analytical problem solving

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

BOXABL is seeking an experienced R&D Engineer to lead exploration from concept through prototyping and transfer to production. You will tackle open-ended technical problems, translate findings into practical, manufacturable designs, and work across design and manufacturing teams to drive new technologies to market.

The role requires hands-on prototyping, strong experimental design skills, and ability to work in ambiguity while delivering impactful results for the company’s housing innovation