R&D Engineer II

The R&D Engineer II is responsible for applying a diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices to broad areas of assignments relating to the generation, development, and design of new ideas and concepts to enable innovation for greater capabilities and performance of agricultural, municipal, and construction equipment. This position will receive specific instruction, in addition to general direction of key objectives, to complete essential duties.

Key Responsibilities

RESULTS

Critical 55%

• Provides a contributor role in next level idea generation, research and development, and concept development for greater innovation.
• Designs mechanical products and the application of hydraulics, electronics, and software to them.
• Applies sound analytical methods in the evaluation and application of mechanical components, materials, hydraulics, pneumatic, electrical actuators, and sensors with general direction.
• Investigates new or disruptive technologies and concepts and validates if and how they can be used in our industry.

Productivity / Job Knowledge 20%

• Modifies machine design to correct operating deficiencies or to reduce production problems.
• Assists with placement and validation of prototype equipment and performs customer follow up on prototypes and LPB's documenting customer pains and gains.
• With general direction, develops test requirements for proof of concept through feasibility. Reviews and analyzes test data to validate concept.
• Develops marketing requirements and technical specifications based on technical information or customer requirements with general direction.
• Ensures that products perform as intended and meet performance and technical expectations of the company and end users.
• Researches, analyzes, and monitors technological advancements so that market opportunities may be capitalized on and the effects of competitive activity may be minimized.
• With general direction and specific instructions on complex problems, use knowledge of key objectives to design systems, components, and processes (Analytical Methods).

Dependability 15%

• Demonstrates a good attendance record; is aware of the impact that missing work will have on the customer as well as co-workers.
• Completes goals/projects on time or ahead of schedule.
• Responds to work assignments and requests by being cooperative and available.
• Follows through and meets commitments.
• Available as a resource to subordinates and/or peers.

Safety 10%

• Follows safety procedures, protocols, policies, and adheres to all SAFESTART concepts, and acts when others are not holding themselves accountable.

Total 100%

CORE VALUES

Act Like an Owner. 20%

• Leads by example and takes ownership in everything you do and or say.
• If you see something, say something and follow through until it's right.
• Treats others with respect and kindness.

Be Interested. Stay Interested. 20%

• Isn t complacent. Seizes opportunities to learn by participating in activities to increase understanding.

Create Change. Start With Yourself. 20%

• Asks "why", is open-minded, and challenges the status quo.
• Leads and supports changes for the sake of improvement.

Seek New Perspectives. 20%

• Seeks new perspectives from all available sources to challenge your own, and brings them into your decision making process.
• Involves all stakeholders in making decisions. Is open to input from all sources.

Fail Fast. Learn Fast. 20%

• Considers long and short-term outcomes when making decisions.
• Is fearless.
• Readily admits mistakes.

Total 100%

Requirements

Qualifications and Essential Skills:

• Bachelor degree in Engineering with two (2) to five (5) years of experience in R&D, product development, or design.
• High level of solid modeling skills desirable. Experience in Simulation (FEA, CFD) desirable.
• Strong computer skills, including solid modeling (SolidWorks preferred), ERP, data analysis, and Microsoft Office
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Oral and written communication skills appropriate for working with all levels of the company, customers, and suppliers.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to sit and interface with computer systems while maintaining a high level of concentration. The employee is also regularly required to stand and walk while performing the duties of the job. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, or crouch. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands/fingers to handle or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the office work environment is usually quiet. Employee may be exposed to shop environment while distributing documents to shop area. When on shop floor, employee will be required to wear safety glasses at all times, steel-toed footwear and ear protection when job demands presence in areas outside safety zones and gloves when handling material. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and vibration, and occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the plant shop environment is moderately loud. Position involves working indoors and outdoors with some exposure to weather conditions.