Research Engineer | Titleist

Sacbar; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Acushnet Company in Carlsbad, CA, is seeking a Research Engineer to advance the performance of world-class golf equipment. You will lead simulation and data analysis to evaluate and improve golf club designs using engineering principles, experimental methods, and computational analyses.

You will work cross-functionally with research, testing, innovation and design teams to bring breakthrough ideas to life, develop next-generation concepts with advanced modeling, and contribute to IP through

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field is required.
• 3+ years of progressive professional experience.
• Golf knowledge or industry experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of Finite Element Analysis tools; HyperMesh and LS-DYNA strongly preferred.
• Experience with MATLAB and Python strongly preferred.
• Hands-on lab work and data acquisition experience are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex simulation and data analysis efforts to evaluate and improve golf club designs.
• Develop next-generation product concepts using advanced modeling techniques.
• Work cross-functionally with research, testing, innovation and design teams.
• Contribute to intellectual property development through patent exploration and documentation.

Skills

Engineering mindset

Data analysis

Lab techniques

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

HyperMesh

LS-DYNA

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Where Performance Meets Purpose

Join a team that values excellence and innovation, at a company known for its iconic golf brands. At Acushnet Company, your background and experience contribute to creating the best products for dedicated golfers worldwide. Here, your performance has purpose.

What You Will Be Doing

Join Titleist as a Research Engineer and play a pivotal role in advancing the performance of world-class golf equipment. In this hands‑on research position, you will apply expertise in engineering principles, experimental methods, and computational analysis to evaluate and innovate golf club designs. You will lead complex simulation and data analysis efforts, develop next‑generation product concepts using advanced modeling techniques, and work cross‑functionally with research, testing, innovation and design teams to bring breakthrough ideas to life. This role requires staying at the forefront of industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies, while also contributing to intellectual property development through patent exploration and documentation. With a focus on precision, innovation, and impact, you will help shape the future of Titleist products while ensuring alignment with strategic timelines and performance goals.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field (required)
• 3+ years of progressively responsible professional experience
• Golf knowledge or industry experience preferred
• Working knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools; HyperMesh and LS‑DYNA strongly preferred
• Experience with MATLAB and Python strongly preferred
• Hands‑on experience with both practical, lab-based work and data acquisition techniques

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Our Commitment to You

At Acushnet Company, we are committed to helping our associates thrive both personally and professionally. From the start, you and your family, including domestic partners, will benefit from a comprehensive suite of health and well‑being programs. Enjoy the advantages of paid time off, an onsite fitness center, acupuncture, physical therapy, wellness coaches, and more.

Our financial benefits are designed to secure your future, offering a 401k with company match, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.

Additionally, you'll enjoy perks like pet insurance, legal planning, education assistance, and exclusive access to our Associate Store. At Acushnet Company, your performance has purpose, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

Pay Range: $90,018.00-$112,391.00

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join us at Acushnet Company and be part of a team that values excellence and innovation.

• Can you walk us through a project where you used both computational modelling and hands‑on experimentation to evaluate or improve a product's performance? What tools did you use and what insights did you generate?
• How do you approach building and validating simulation models when working with real‑world performance data, and how do you ensure your findings translate into practical design improvements?

EEO and Additional Statements

• Acushnet Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Veteran/Disabled.
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