R&D Mechanical Engineer III

Heraeus; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Heraeus is seeking an R&D Mechanical Engineer III for its Buford, GA location to join the R&D team. The role focuses on engineering design and technical services for R&D and production processes, including upgrading legacy systems and developing new mechanical solutions.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial mechanical engineering, 5+ years of experience, proficiency with 3D CAD (Inventor or similar), and the ability to work on shop floor during installations and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience with process development, scale-up or troubleshooting preferred.
• Experience with mechanical capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Upgrade legacy systems and develop new R&D/production mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with technicians during installation and commissioning.
• Design sophisticated systems using Autodesk Inventor.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting and technical support.
• Train operators, technicians, and maintenance staff.
• Work cross-functionally to design and install manufacturing solutions.
• Collect and analyze process data to assess system performance.

Skills

Industrial mechanical engineering

Project collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor or Master in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

3D CAD

Job description

R&D Mechanical Engineer III

Date: Oct 29, 2026

Company: Heraeus

R&D Mechanical Engineer III

Permanent

Making displays foldable? Help hearts beat with micro-particles? Work on solutions involving precious metals? At Heraeus, we empower our customers to stay ahead of the curve. As a family-owned global technology leader, we take pride in being the invisible force driving innovation. Whether in production, research, sales, or administration, we deliver world-class quality across key industries: Precious Metals, Healthcare, Semiconductor & Electronics, and Industrials. With a strong global presence, including a significant footprint in the United States, Heraeus employs approximately 15,100 people across 40 countries, all dedicated to shaping the future of technology and industry.

Heraeus Quartz North America has an immediate opening for a skilled and experienced Mechanical Engineer III to join our Research and Development team in Buford, GA. In this role, you will be responsible for providing engineering design and technical services to the R&D department. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in industrial mechanical engineering and experience with managing mechanical intensive capital projects. You will play a critical role in developing, implementing and improving processes in order to meet R&D project demands, while improving efficiency, productivity, costs, and quality.

Your Role and Responsibilities:

• Upgrade existing mechanical legacy systems, develop new systems for R&D/Production processes.
• Work with technicians and operators on a shop floor level during installation and commissioning of mechanical systems.
• Design and engineer sophisticated mechanical systems using Autodesk-inventor or the like.
• Provide hands on troubleshooting and technical support.
• Provide training to operators, technicians, and maintenance personnel.
• Work cross functionally with Engineering, controls engineers, process engineers, operations, and outside contractors to design, install, and commission manufacturing solutions for new processes and products.
• Collect, evaluate, and analyze process data to evaluate the effectiveness of the mechanical systems.

What is Required for this Role:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Designor related discipline.
• Minimum 5years of industrial mechanicalengineering experience is required.
• Experience in industrial R&D process development, including process improvement, scale-up, and/or troubleshooting—is preferred.
• Experience with mechanical intensive capital projects.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (Inventor or the like) and troubleshooting mechanical system.
• Ability to create and interpret sophisticated mechanical drawings.
• Must be able and willing to work on shop floor during troubleshooting or project execution.
• Ability to communicate across functional areas and across levels of expertise.
• Flexible to work long hours and occasionally during non-standard working hours.
• Experience with high temperature or glass manufacture processing is preferred.
• US Work Authorization required.

Heraeus is proud to be an employer that provides equal access to opportunities for all its employees. We provide fair and equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. A diverse and inclusive culture is at the heart of our Vision, Mission, and Values. We are dedicated to cultivating a workforce that reflects a broad spectrum of cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives.

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Keywords:Industrial Manufacturing, R&D, Mechanical Design, Process Engineering