R&D Engineer: Product & Process Innovator

Reynolds Consumer Products; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Reynolds Consumer Products in Appleton, WI is seeking a Research & Development Engineer to design, develop, test, and commercialize new products, equipment, and manufacturing processes. You will lead development projects with Manufacturing, Quality, Operations, Sales & Marketing, and external suppliers.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, data analysis, and project execution, with a focus on scalable, manufacturable solutions using DFM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 2–5 years of experience in product development, manufacturing, process engineering, or related roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead product and process development projects to meet objectives across manufacturing and quality.
• Design and develop mechanical components, tooling, equipment modifications, and manufacturing solutions using CAD software.
• Create and maintain drawings, specifications, test methods, and technical documentation.
• Evaluate technologies, materials, and methods to improve performance and efficiency.
• Apply Design for Manufacturing principles to create cost-effective, manufacturable designs.

Skills

3D CAD

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Project management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Reynolds Consumer Products in Appleton, WI is seeking a Research & Development Engineer to design, develop, test, and commercialize new products, equipment, and manufacturing processes. You will lead development projects with Manufacturing, Quality, Operations, Sales & Marketing, and external suppliers.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, data analysis, and project execution, with a focus on scalable, manufacturable solutions using DFM.