Research & Product Development Engineer II (RESEA004969)

Join the Sargent Legacy in Securing Our Future

With continual growth comes opportunity and Sargent has an immediate opening for a Research & Product Development Engineer II

Position Summary:

This engineering position will report to the R&D Product Support Manager, and shall be
responsible for the design, testing, and documentation of new products as well as provide support
for engineering and manufacturing challenges for current production. In this role, the candidate
shall collaborate with peers across key business units to provide robust and timely solutions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design, assemble, and test hydraulic components and systems.
• Support project tasks to plan, on time, and within budget.
• Conduct research through application of sound theory, engineering principles, analytical
  models (stress, FEA, fatigue, performance), and apply problem-solving methods to
  support new product development and/or sustain production of existing designs.
• Write test plans and test reports and lead testing in support of research & development
  programs; in particular, maintain detailed and accurate design and test data records.
• Communicate test findings in an accurate and methodical manner.
• Support prototype component, test fixture, and system-level design & fabrication to
  advance development of new technology, and apply, evaluate, and optimize Geometric
  Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) to facilitate inspection and manufacturing.
• Support development of new technology concepts in consideration of DFM, DFA,
  reliability, functionality, marketability, and maintenance to exceed customer expectations.
• Evaluate new technologies, including attendance of industry symposiums, seminars, and
  conferences as appropriate

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Physics or Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering
  technology degree.
• 1 years of design or manufacturing industry experience. Lower levels of experience
  combined with advanced degree work may be considered.
• Working knowledge of 3D modeling software (CREO or Pro/Engineer preferred).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to understand complex technical problems, collect and analyze data, and
  communicate critical information to leadership.
• Self-starter who demonstrates a sense of urgency in delivering results.
• Ability to listen effectively and build constructive working relationships.

Preferred Job Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Experience in a research and product engineering environment.
• Experience with hydraulic component and system design, test, and/or manufacturing.
• Analytical modeling and GD&T experience, ANSYS and MATLAB software familiarity.
• Familiarity with Excel techniques for efficient data management.
• Mechanical hands-on aptitude displayed through personal hobbies/projects.

Quality Requirement:

Employees will participate in understanding, implementing, and maintain the Company Quality
Policy in accordance with AS9100 and ISO 9001 requirements.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

Employees will be required to move throughout the building to collect, handle, and process
production and prototype hardware.
Attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of this position. Up to 10% travel

RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC/RBCP) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components, and essential systems for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries.  Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and components requiring sophisticated design, testing, and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace and defense markets.  RBC currently has 56 facilities, of which 37 are manufacturing facilities in ten countries and the market capitalization is approximately $6.2 billion.

In 2015, RBC acquired Sargent Aerospace and Defense.

Founded in 1920, Sargent Aerospace & Defense leverages 100 years of expertise as a premier global supplier of precision engineered customized components that directly contributes to the safe operation of countless commercial and military aircraft, rotorcraft, submarines, and land-based vehicles.

At Sargent, our mission is to secure our future by making the challenging a reality.  We achieve this by delivering high quality products and services that meet customer requirements and exceed customer expectations through employee development, customer focus and continual improvement.

Sargent’s continuing investment in people, assets, technology, and process quality ensures excellence and is integral to the company’s commitment to customers and their end-users. As we grow, we will continue to root our culture through our core values of Integrity, Respects & Values People, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Results Focus and Continual Improvement.

Dedication to our core values. Our must haves…

• Integrity - We do the right thing the right way. Our ideal candidate is ethical, honest in all interactions, delivers good news and bad, and follows through on commitments. Key Skills & Abilities is fair, credible, confidential, fiscally responsible, and accountable for decisions and actions.
• Respects and Values People - We encourage and bring out the potential of others. Our ideal candidate embraces diversity, recognizes, and supports the accomplishments, talents, and development of others. Key Skills & Abilities is committed to the building of strong relationships and creates an environment of trust and mutual respect.
• Customer Focus - We act with excellence in each and every interaction.   Our ideal candidate builds strong internal/external customer relationships and goes above and beyond to deliver high quality products and services on time, every time.  Key Skills & Abilities is responsive with strong customer service skills, product, and job knowledge to provide excellent customer satisfaction.
• Teamwork - We are better together.  Our ideal candidate is inclusive, engaged and collaborative, sharing information, ideas, and experiences to accomplish goals, improve decision making and leverage capabilities. Key Skills & Abilities is a dependable team player, demonstrated through attendance and punctuality, works well with others, and has strong communication skills (both oral & written) to keep all stakeholders informed.
• Results Focus - We focus on the outcome, not the obstacle. Our ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic with a results/performance driven track record in a fast paced, changing, and challenging environment. Key Skills & Abilities is adaptable, works with a sense of urgency and high level of initiative and demonstrates a commitment to quality with attention to detail.
• Continual Improvement - We encourage and drive innovation. Our ideal candidate must be naturally curious, passionate, and never satisfied with the status quo.  Key Skills & Abilities is innovative and has a problem-solving mindset that provides and implements CI ideas.

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