Research And Development Manager

The Adecco Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness support

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Pension plan

Job summary

An innovative manufacturing firm is seeking an R&D Engineering Manager to spearhead product development and validation. This pivotal role involves overseeing a dedicated team, ensuring product reliability, and conducting thorough testing to enhance product quality. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in R&D and a strong background in engineering principles. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking company committed to excellence and innovation in product engineering.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in R&D, product validation/reliability, or product engineering.
• 2+ years leading engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development, validation, and reliability testing.
• Manage a team focused on testing, failure analysis, and design improvement.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams.

Skills

FMEA

RCA

CAE tools

SolidWorks

MATLAB

Communication

Cross-functional leadership

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Master’s in Engineering

Job description

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This range is provided by The Adecco Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

Our manufacturing client is hiring an R&D Engineering Manager to lead the development and validation of new and existing products. This role will oversee product reliability engineering and early-stage design testing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead product development, validation, and reliability testing for new and existing products
• Manage a team of 2–5 engineers focused on testing, failure analysis, and design improvement
• Oversee field and lab testing efforts (life testing, environmental testing, etc.)
• Analyze warranty/field data and drive corrective actions
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality to solve product issues
• Own project planning, resource management, and engineering documentation

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related); Master’s preferred
• 6+ years in R&D, product validation/reliability, or product engineering
• 2+ years leading engineering teams
• Skilled in FMEA, RCA, CAE tools, SolidWorks, MATLAB
• Strong communication and cross-functional leadership

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary in the 120k-130k range
• Relocation package
• Comprehensive benefits: Health, 401k with match, PTO, tuition reimbursement, wellness support

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

*The California Fair Chance Act*

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance*

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers*

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Engineering

• Industries

  Manufacturing and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid paternity leave

Pension plan

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