Senior Engineer- R & D

Senior EngineerSFS is seeking a Senior Engineer for our R & D/Innovation team in our Wyomissing, PA location. This position is ideal for an ambitious individual who will drive the development and industrialization of advanced fastening and cold-forming solutions, combining deep materials expertise with strong project leadership to deliver high-impact innovations for the construction industry.For 55 years SFS has been America's partner of choice, supplying over 26 billion fasteners to commercial construction projects. This role offers a competitive starting salary and a generous benefit package including profit sharing, company 401(k) contribution, health/dental/vision insurance offerings, a tuition reimbursement program and other valuable benefits!ResponsibilitiesLead complex product and process development projects using Stage-Gate methodologyDefine and optimize materials, geometries, and forming processesDrive technical problem-solving for challenging applications and customer requirementsOwn and steer prototyping, validation strategies, and performance testingCollaborate with key customers, internal stakeholders and professional associations on technical solutionsEnsure Engineering Changes (ECNs) process stability and industrialization readinessMentor and develop junior engineers and associatesAct as a role model for engineering excellence and accountabilityContribute to continuous improvement of tools, processes, quality tests' programs and standardsOther duties as assignedThe Ideal CandidateMaster's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related fieldPhD is a plus, particularly in materials, metallurgy, or forming processes7+ years of experience in product development and engineering within industrial or construction environmentsEngineering tools (CAD, SAP, Katia, 3D printing, Confluence, Jira, Microsoft Office package, Copilot, etc.)Record in leading complex technical projects from concept to industrializationDeep expertise in steel, materials behavior, and cold forming technologiesWhy this role at SFSLead impactful innovation — work on large-scale projects shaping next-generation fastening and construction solutionsOwn and influence — high technical ownership, direct exposure to customers, and involvement in strategic programsGrow globally — operate in an international environment with cross-industry exposure (Construction, Automotive, Medical, Aerospace) and career mobility opportunitiesLocation: 1045 Spring Street Wyomissing, PA 19610Standard Hours: 8am-5pm (flexible)Our employees are the driving force behind our successful and dynamically growing company. Join the SFS team and shape the future with us!SFS Group USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer