- Review and understand the project objectives, specifications and documentation. Utilize all available resources to obtain any missing information and clarify project objectives.
- Actively participate in establishing project cost estimates, time estimates and project milestone dates.
- Utilize FEA ,CFD and other tools to model physical systems with the objective to optimize product design and or correct product deficiencies.
- Utilize SolidWorks (and other CAD tools) to develop design layouts (3D model) of prototype equipment.
- Utilize vibration analyzers and other instrumentation as needed to optimize product design or troubleshoot equipment.
- Schedule and chair design review meetings to discuss and evaluate proposed product designs.
- Order all materials and hardware needed to build prototypes. Follow-up with the purchasing department to ensure that purchased items are received when expected.
- Build prototype components and equipment. Utilize outside and in-house resources as required.
- Establish and complete test programs on various components and full prototype equipment.
- Travel to customer and supplier sites as needed to obtain project information and or install, evaluate, and test prototype equipment and components.
- Work closely with other company departments, customers, and suppliers to ensure that all project objectives are met. Manage all aspects of the specific product development project.
- Work with a continuous improvement mentality. Strive to develop new methods and tools that can help our business become more successful.
- Assist Sales, Customers, Application Engineers, and others with equipment design and application questions as needed.
- Observe safe practices and company policies.
- Perform other tasks as required.
- B.S. Mechanical Engineering or Aeronautical Engineering, Additional M.S. degree preferred. Minimum (5) years of related experience.
- Strong analytical and machine design skills. Strong understanding of structural and vibration analysis, fluids and thermal analysis. Strong understanding of D.O.E. Solid understanding of engineering materials.
- Proficient with SolidWorks CAD software. Proficient with FEA and CFD software. Proficient with use of vibration analyzers and other test instrumentation. Good organizational skills. Good project management skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficient with Microsoft applications- Excel and Word. Highly motivated, self-starter with a positive attitude capable of working in both a team environment and on individual assignments effectively. Proven problem-solving skills.
- Kadant was named as one of Americas Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2023 by Newsweek
- Kadant was named to Newsweeks list of Americas Most Responsible Companies 2023.
- 100% of Kadants energy comes from renewable sources.
- Kadant serves the pulp and paper industry which has recycled 68% of everything produced and 82% of cardboard since 2009, the highest of any processing industry.
- Kadant serves several process industries including lithium-ion battery production, food processing, metals processing, carbon fiber, nonwovens, textiles, and construction roofing materials.
- At Kadant, our customer-focused innovation allows us to deliver Sustainable Industrial Processing engineering services and technologies to help our customers create more value with fewer inputs.
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Description
Overview:
The R&D Engineer will be responsible for developing new products; improving existing product designs; providing technical support (structural, thermal, fluid analysis) for various product development projects. Additionally, the R&D Engineer will provide technical support for existing installations.
** Only individuals who are legally authorized to work in the USA should apply**
Responsibilities:Exemplary Duties/Responsibilities
Educational/Experience:
Knowledge:
Skills:
Physical/Environmental Demands: Up to 25% travel required for installation of prototypes, product testing and training, and technical support of products. Must be capable of working in difficult industrial conditions heat, dust, noise, etc. Must be able to adjust work hours as needed to satisfy business commitments.
Who is Kadant Solutions Division?
Kadant Solutions, based in Auburn, Massachusetts, develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of doctoring, cleaning, filtration, and forming systems and related consumables used in process industries worldwide including construction roofing materials, food processing, metals processing, nonwovens, pulp and paper, textiles and fibers, and tissue.
Why consider joining the Kadant team?
*Equal opportunity employer.
*Diverse and inclusive workplace.
*Competitive wage.
*All benefits are effective upon date of hire.
Our comprehensive benefit package includes:
*Medical, Dental and Vision insurance with best-in-class premiums.
*10 paid holidays.
*401k with match.
*Company paid life insurance benefit.
*Disability insurance.
*Aflac insurance.
*Lifelock insurance.
*MetLaw legal assistance.
*Employee assistance program.
*Flexible spending.
*Dependent care.
*Educational assistance.
*Employee stock purchase plan.
