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Position: Research & Development (R&D) Engineer – Sporting Goods
Summary:
We are looking for a skilled and innovative R&D Engineer to join our team in the Sporting Goods industry. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the development of new products, from initial concept through prototyping to final production. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure our products meet high-performance standards, safety regulations, and consumer expectations. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to product innovation, stay ahead of market trends, and help create top-quality products.
Key Responsibilities:
- Product Development & Design: Lead the design and development of new products, ensuring they meet performance, safety, and market needs.
- Prototyping & Testing: Create and test prototypes, conducting rigorous performance and durability tests. Analyze test results and refine product designs accordingly.
- Collaboration & Cross-functional Work: Work closely with design, production, and marketing teams to ensure seamless integration of product ideas, materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Market Research: Stay up-to-date with industry trends and consumer preferences, incorporating insights into product design and development strategies.
- Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure products comply with industry standards and regulations, working with compliance teams to meet safety certification requirements.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization and apply best practices to enhance the efficiency, quality, and innovation of our product offerings.
Required Skills:
- Must have Bachelor's degree in Engineering and must have strong skills in engineering mechanics and strength of materials
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees and to respond effectively to common inquiries or complaints while having the ability to effectively present information to management.
- Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
- Ability to set priorities based on current business needs and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to coordinate with local and remote team members
- Self-starter with drive for results and attention to detail
- Independently complete assignments within established time frames
Lifetime Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer.