Senior R&D Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Who You Are

We are currently searching for a Senior Research & Development Engineer to lead the development of new mechanical products for the robotics painting market. The size and complexity of your product work will not only vary, but will also require design, analysis, and testing of robotic linkages, drives, and various peripheral components. Most importantly, you will need an understanding of how these elements impact product performance, reliability, and cost.

In addition to the development of new products, you will also be resolving issues with current products and installations. This will often require innovative designs and analysis following rigorous engineering discipline. You will often collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing staff, other development staff, sales staff, and customers.

How It’s Done

• Selection and packaging of critical mechanical components, including castings, weldments, drives, commercial components, and various other machined parts

• Guidance and development of Research and Development Engineers

• Developing, updating, and releasing components, assemblies, and drawings in CAD

• Presenting proposed new product concepts

• Review and rationalization of designs in context of cost, schedule, and risk

• Definition and implementation of required analysis for mechanical design problems

• Definition and execution of product validation and performance tests

• Estimating both the material and development costs of a proposed design

• Reviewing dimensioning and tolerancing strategies for new designs

• Troubleshooting and investigating interdisciplinary problems related to robot motion, electrical, and fluid flow hardware

• Creating technical procedures and content for product documentation

• Some travel is also required

What You Need

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering

• 5+ years experience in Mechanical Design and Analysis (SolidEdge, SolidWorks, 3D, 2D CAD, Ansys, Mathcad, etc.)

• Demonstrated record of development of mechanisms

• Demonstrated ability to read prints

• Well-developed understanding of industrial design and engineering practices

• Familiarity with general manufacturing processes and their related costs

What Would Be Even Better

• Masters Degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

It’s Your Move

Joining FANUC means becoming part of a team that values your unique perspective and encourages continuous learning and collaboration. We foster a culture where respect and innovation go hand in hand, and where your contributions help shape the future of automation and robotics.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we invite you to apply today. We look forward to learning more about you!

We offer market competitive pay and benefits programs, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development, and recognition of individual achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Program

• Life Insurance

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Wellness Program

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible Benefit Dollars

• Generous Holiday & Vacation Program

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans