Research And Development Engineer

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services company located in Maple Grove, Minnesota, is seeking a Sustaining and R&D Engineer (Engineer III). This mid-senior level role requires approximately 8 years of experience and proficiency in SolidWorks. Key responsibilities include providing mechanical expertise for design changes, developing test fixtures, and contributing to new product development initiatives. Excellent communication and attention to detail are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in engineering, preferably in regulated environments.
• Experience with test fixture development and testing.
• Exposure to electrical systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical expertise for CAPA and design change activities.
• Design and assemble test fixtures.
• Contribute to housing and closure design for capital equipment.

Skills

SolidWorks proficiency

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Test fixture development

Education

Background in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Work Hours: Flexible schedule with core hours from 9 AM to 3 PM. Occasional early or late meetings may be required. Onsite days may vary weekly based on testing needs.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Sustaining and R&D Engineer (Engineer III) with approximately 8 years of experience to support both sustaining engineering and new product development (NPD) initiatives. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, hands-on mechanical engineer with strong communication skills and a background in SolidWorks modeling and test fixture development. This engineer will be part of a high-energy, fast-paced culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide mechanical expertise to support CAPA and design change activities
• Create solutions for design changes to address performance and end-of-life activities
• Design and assemble test fixtures (simple to mid-level complexity).
• Perform design verification testing and complete documentation for CAPAs and design changes.
• Author Design Verification protocols and reports related to design changes.

New Product Development (NPD):

• Contribute to housing and closure design for capital equipment.
• Support compliance testing processes.

Required Skills & Experience:

• SolidWorks proficiency – essential for modeling and fixture design.
• Experience with test fixture development and testing.
• Exposure to electrical systems is a plus.
• Strong documentation and protocol ownership experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in mechanical engineering with exposure to electrical components.
• Experience in regulated environments (medical device or similar industries).
• Ability to adapt to changing onsite schedules and collaborate across teams.
• Familiarity with injection molding and thermoplastics.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Mechanical Designer – New Product Development