Technician R&D Testing Cobra Golf

PUMA Group; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Benefits

Job summary

PUMA Group is seeking a hands-on R&D support technician in Carlsbad, CA to assist engineers in developing and testing innovative golf products. You will assemble clubs, measure performance, and operate lab equipment to quantify design outcomes.

The role requires 6 months to 2 years of related experience, lab or shop familiarity, and strong communication skills. High school diploma required; college degree preferred. Base pay ranges with bonus and benefits.

Qualifications

• 6 months - 2 years relevant work experience.
• Prior experience in a lab or machine shop preferred; golf industry a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D engineers with development and testing of golf products.
• Assemble golf clubs to support ongoing R&D tests.
• Measure physical properties of clubs to quantify performance (center of gravity, moment of inertia, CT).
• Operate test equipment (robots, air cannons, shaft measurement machines) to determine performance of new designs.
• Operate rapid prototype machines and prepare CAD-based samples.
• Inspect first article samples to assist product development.
• Procure, measure, and analyze properties of competitor clubs.
• Participate in evaluation and testing of new products.

Skills

Lab experience

Time management

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

HS diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Test equipment

Rapid prototype machines

Job description

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine.

YOUR MISSION:

• Support R&D engineers with development and testing of innovative golf products
• Assemble golf clubs to support ongoing R&D tests of new designs
• Measure physical properties of golf clubs such as center of gravity, moment of inertia, CT etc to help engineers quantify performance
• Operate test equipment such as robots, air cannons, shaft measurement machines to determine performance parameters of new golf club designs
• Operate rapid prototype machines and prepare samples of models from CAD designs
• Support product design/development efforts by inspecting first article samples
• Procure, measure, and analyze properties of competitor clubs
• Actively participate in the evaluation and testing of new products

YOUR TALENT:

• 6 months - 2 years relevant work experience
• Prior experience working in a lab or machine shop environment preferred, golf industry experience a plus
• High school degree or equivalent required, college degree preferred
• Ability to effectively manage time and work against business deadlines
• High level of energy, initiative and professionalism
• Innovative and entrepreneurial approaches to business issues
• Passion for golf and for the product
• Results oriented
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) in an office or lab setting
• Excellent communication skills

The hiring range base pay for this position is $20.58 - $27.37 + Bonus + Benefits

(Benefit Summary Corporate)

Pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.

At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience. To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.

PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.

PUMA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of PUMA to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran-status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.