Applied R&D Engineer

Salary: $98,800 - 160,400 per year Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited institution
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• At least five years of engineering experience
• Strong understanding of North American building codes, structural design, product applications, and engineering analysis
• Experience with wood design, engineered wood products, or building materials
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to recognize product development opportunities and turn them into practical solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams

• Promote and contribute to a strong safety-first culture
• Create innovative building and product solutions using structural analysis, engineering principles, and mechanical testing
• Apply building codes and design standards, including IBC, IRC, NDS, and ASCE standards, to support product development and applications
• Assess technical concepts for code compliance, manufacturing feasibility, and use in the field
• Plan, conduct, and oversee structural testing, including test design, execution, data analysis, and technical reporting
• Interpret technical data and turn findings into practical product development recommendations
• Partner with cross-functional teams to move products from concept through commercialization
• Support code approvals, technical documentation, and engineering guidance for new products

• Support
• Hardware

More:

We are Weyerhaeuser, a global leader in sustainable forestry, wood products, and timberland management, with operations across North America. As an Applied R&D Engineer, you will work with engineers, scientists, and market analysts to develop wood products and building solutions, contributing across the product lifecycle from concept through manufacturing and market implementation. Our collaborative team works at the intersection of engineering, product development, manufacturing, and building science. We offer competitive compensation, an annual incentive opportunity, comprehensive health and insurance benefits, a 401(k) plan with company contributions, paid vacation and holidays, parental leave, and professional development opportunities. We value safety, integrity, sustainability, citizenship, innovation, and an inclusive workplace.

last updated 40 week of 2026