Staff Research Engineer

PING; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Employee discount

Wellness program

Ride sharing

Flexible time off

Job summary

PING, Inc. seeks a Staff Research Engineer to lead prototype development, design of experiments, and evaluation of advanced manufacturing processes in the Phoenix Metro Area. Relocation assistance is provided, and candidates must reside in the Phoenix area or relocate accordingly.

The role requires collaboration with internal and supplier teams, applying research theories to experiments, and communicating results to stakeholders to drive product improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science plus two years’ experience; Master’s preferred.
• Working knowledge of CAD and golf-related manufacturing processes is preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Seek, identify, and evaluate technology and processes for product and performance advancements.
• Prototype development including CAD/CAE work with internal and supplier teams.
• Apply research theories and models in experiments; summarize and communicate results.
• Coordinate with departments to integrate emerging technologies into design cycles.
• Occasional domestic and rare overseas travel may be required.

Skills

CAD

Prototype development

Design of experiments

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Science

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

CAD/CAE tools

Excel

Job description

Brief Description

PING, Inc. is seeking a Staff Research Engineer that will focus on prototype development, design of experiments, and the identification and evaluation of advanced manufacturing processes. This position requires the candidate to reside in the Phoenix Metro Area, relocation assistance will be provided.

Our Mission

"To be the unquestioned leader in innovation, design, service and quality while providing an enjoyable environment for employees, and relocation them to fulfill their potential."

We Offer

• Competitive benefits and compensation package
• Generous employee discount
• Robust wellness program with cash incentives
• Ride Share Programs
• Flexible time off

Duties

• Seek, identify, and evaluate technology, manufacturing, and process solutions that enable and promote advancements in club performance and development.
• Concept and prototype development including CAD/CAE work and working with internal and supplier teams to create physical prototype parts.
• Applies research theories, principles, and models when conducting experiments and research activities.
• Summarizes research results and communicates findings to internal and external bodies.
• Assesses the scope of research projects and ensures projects are on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with other departments to achieve smooth integration of emerging technologies into new product design cycles.
• Occasional domestic and rare overseas travel may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from a properly accredited University, preferably in an Engineering or Science discipline plus a minimum of two years’ experience, preferably within the Golf Industry; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. A Master’s degree in Engineering or related field is preferred.
• Working knowledge of CAD and golf-related manufacturing processes (e.g. casting, forging, composites manufacturing, tool design, etc.) is preferred.
• Must possess excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and team skills with the ability to gain consensus.
• Demonstrated ability to manage, focus and lead business meetings.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate a very high level of activity under a variety of conditions and constraints.
• Possess a high level of computer literacy of Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Should possess a high level of familiarity with PING, Inc. product line, the game of golf and the Golf Industry.
• PlNG is a nicotine free company. Only non-nicotine users should apply.
• PING will not provide VISA sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now if in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.)
• Our salary ranges are highly competitive within the manufacturing industry and are updated regularly using the most reliable compensation survey data for our industry. New hire offers are made based on a candidate’s experience, expertise, geographic location, and internal pay equity relative to peers.