Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering field (Master's preferred)
3+ years of engineering experience in product development or research
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, MATLAB)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Self-starter with critical thinking and a curiosity for innovation
Responsibilities
Design, prototype, and test new products from concept to production
Conduct research on emerging technologies to enhance product performance
Plan and execute experiments, documenting and presenting results
Develop technical documentation to support designs
Collaborate with teams to transition designs into production
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development
Flexible work environment
Exposure to innovative projects
Collaborative work culture
Supportive leadership for career growth
Full Job Description
Job Title: R+D Engineer
Job Description: Reporting to the R+D Manager, the R+D Engineer is responsible for developing innovative solutions, improving existing products, and supporting the company's technology roadmap. This role requires a self-motivated problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams when needed.
Job Duties:
Design, prototype, and test new products, systems, or components from concept through production readiness.
Conduct research to identify emerging technologies, materials, and processes that enhance product performance or reduce cost.
Tap into market research to understand industry needs, market gaps.
Plan and execute experiments, document results, and present findings to company stakeholders and leaders.
Develop models, drawings, and technical documentation to support designs.
Analyze test data and iterate on designs to meet performance, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transition designs into production.
Troubleshoot technical issues, propose solutions, and drive implementation.
Maintain awareness of industry trends and recommend opportunities for innovation.
Ensure compliance with relevant standards, policies, and safety guidelines.
Support business development efforts with definition of new products and solutions, write proposals and grants.
Skills + Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering field (Master's degree preferred).
3+ years of engineering experience in product development or research.
Proven ability to work independently, set priorities, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and the ability to determine ROI.
Self-starter with critical thinking skills, common sense, curiosity and a passion for innovation.
Proficiency in CAD software and engineering tools (e.g., SolidWorks, MATLAB, or similar).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting and cross-team collaboration.
Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to multitask.
Combination of office, lab, and hands-on prototyping environments.
May require occasional travel for testing, field trials, or vendor collaboration.
Comfortable standing, walking, and lifting boxes up to 50 lbs.
MMA also values:
Strong sense of ownership.
Creative and resourceful problem solvers.
Collaborative team players with a good work ethic.
