Research Engineer - Innovative Product Concepts

Snap-on; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market competitive compensation

401(k) Plan with matching employer

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Base pay progression through lateral &

Tuition Assistance Plan

Dental coverage

Job summary

Snap-on is seeking a capable engineer to assist in conceptualizing and developing innovative products across multiple Snap-on lines. The role emphasizes customer focus, project pace, manufacturability, and profitability as designs move into realization.

You will interface with end users, franchises, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful development and delivery of concepts ready for production. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Science, or equivalent education/experience.
• Vehicle repair experience preferred.
• Local travel required with occasional multi-day trips to trade shows, customers and vendors.
• Collaborate with designers and engineers cross-functionally; strong teamwork and communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete basic product conceptualization and process improvement projects in a timely manner.
• Mine new product ideas and enhancements by observing customers in their place of work.
• Conceptualize new ideas using analytical and experimental techniques.
• Gather feedback from end users regarding prototype performance and report back to team.
• Network across external organizations and internal cross-functional teams and learn new markets.
• Develop interpersonal and communication skills and prepare technical reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Technical skills

Detail oriented

Integrity

Flexibility

Adaptability

Vehicle repair

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Science

Job description

Snap-on is seeking a capable engineer to assist in conceptualizing and developing innovative products across multiple Snap-on lines. The role emphasizes customer focus, project pace, manufacturability, and profitability as designs move into realization.

You will interface with end users, franchises, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful development and delivery of concepts ready for production. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.