R&D Engineer

Are you looking for a new challenge within engineering? Maybe this job as a R&D Engineer in Winston Salem, NC is for you!

Amarr, part of global opening solutions leader ASSA ABLOY, is searching for an experienced R&D Engineer to design and develop various systems and components related to residential garage doors.  Assignments will be   broad in nature, usually requiring initiative, originality, ingenuity and excellent problem-solving skills.

Essential Functions: 

• Product designer for major Pre Product Innovation (PPI), New Product Innovation (NPI), and Continuous Product Innovation (CPI) development projects.
• Work closely with internal and external company design, application and manufacturing engineering resources, designing with system-wide perspective.
• Lead, participate in or support the following product development activities:
  • Concept, planning, design and execution stages of major new products or product enhancements
  • Risk assessment
  • Prototyping and testing concept designs and initial engineering builds
  • Pilot Production
  • Design reviews
  • Design verification testing
  • Product validation and usability testing
  • Pre-production
• Create and release Product Requirements, Design Specifications and Design Descriptions for assigned projects.
• Regular review of the competitive market and products, including interfacing with customers, as well as current and future market needs. 
• Interact with global and internal design and manufacturing resources to design for manufacturability, reliability and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related.
• 5-7 years minimum experience in the design and development of manufactured products
• Experience working in cross-disciplinary teams.
• Experience with roll formed and stamped thin gauge steel and molded/extruded plastic and rubber component design
• AutoCAD Inventor, Solid Works experience
• Experience with rapid prototype design and build for proof of concept and usability testing a plus.
• Knowledge in the selection of various materials and adhesives along with experience designing roll formed, extruded, and molded components and product assemblies are key areas that will set apart potential candidates.

Benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays from day one, tuition reimbursement, and a 401k plan (with an automatic 3% company contribution, regardless of your contribution) among others.

Our goal is to be a world-leading company that attracts diverse talent, where all team members feel safe being their true selves and are able to thrive in a work environment that promotes change, innovation, and provides equal access and opportunity.

As one of North America’s leading garage door manufacturers, Amarr Company takes pride in fostering a culture where employees enjoy many opportunities for career growth, rapid advancement, and relocation to some of America’s most desired cities.  Although Amarr Company is an international business, employees enjoy a family-oriented, caring culture and rewarding work environment.  Amarr Company offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and a bonus program for every employee.  At Amarr Company, the door is always open and there is no ceiling to your career growth.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Amarr is an E-Verify participant.