Research & Development Specialist

Job Title: Research & Development Specialist

Position Type: Full-Time

Corrosion Engineering is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research & Development (R&D) Specialist to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in both technical design and hands-on environments.

This position is a temp to hire position. Benefits and other company perks will be available once 520 hours of work have been performed.

Monday - Thursday (10 hour shifts). 4:00 AM - 2:30 PM or 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Fridays and overtime when necessary (depending on company needs).

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and refine product designs using 2D & 3D AutoCAD software.

- Identify opportunities for product innovation, process improvement, and cost optimization.

- Assist in the planning, development, and execution of product design and development phases in alignment with ISO 9001:2015 standards.

- Support documentation of the design and development processes to ensure they comply with internal procedures and quality management systems (QMS).

- Assist in maintaining and updating R&D records, design specifications, and development plans to ensure traceability and compliance.

- Participate in the design reviews and change control processes, ensuring all alterations align with the QMS framework.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing) to ensure designs meet customer requirements and organizational goals.

- Assist in researching and identifying new design requirements and criteria that align with eligibility for tax credits.

- Collaborate with senior R&D team members and finance to ensure tax credit opportunities are fully understood and leveraged.

- Maintain documentation of relevant design requirements and technical specifications for tax credit claims.

- Work with the team to ensure that all qualifying innovations, including environmental and energy efficiency standards, are met for tax credit eligibility.

- Participate in audits, assessments, and compliance checks related to design and development procedures.

- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to streamline processes, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.

- Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements, ISO standards, and organizational policies in all R&D activities.

- Support project timelines, ensuring milestones and deadlines are met efficiently.

- Organize and maintain R&D equipment, tools, and supplies, ensuring availability for project needs.

Requirements:

- 2+ years of experience in product design, R&D, or a related role.

- Proficiency in 2D & 3D AutoCAD.

- Strong problem-solving skills and innovative mindset.

- Ability to work both independently and in a team setting.

- Willingness to be actively involved in the plant for testing and development.

- Strong communication and organizational skills.

- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

This position outlines the basic tasks and requirements for the position noted. It is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties/requirements. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Corrosion Engineering provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Corrosion Engineering expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Referral program

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person