Engineer II, R&D. Research & Dev. Product Develop (30007597)
Description
Ansell is a leading global provider of protection solutions. Our company designs, develops and manufactures a wide range of protection solutions that meet the ever-changing needs and demands of our markets and industries. Protection is our primary concern as millions of people around the world depend on Ansell in their professional and personal lives.
Our vision is to create a world where people can enjoy optimal protection against the risk they are exposed to. Whether at work or during their leisure time, people require the right protection for the right application.
1.0 EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Requires a BSc in Mechatronic, Mechanical design, 3D modeling, physics, materials science or an engineering discipline.
- A Minimum of 3+ years’ experience: 3D design & Rapid prototyping, industrial R&D in latex goods, rubber, or plastics manufacturing.
- New product development experience.
- Experience in working in a manufacturing environment.
- Oral and written communication skills in English.
- Professional interaction with others.
- Can provide creative, workable engineering solutions.
- Working knowledge of Stage Gate or Project Management/PMP principles.
- Working knowledge of Smartsheet for project tracking.
- Working knowledge of C++, APP android and Arduino, and other programming languages.
- Computer proficient in Solid Works or any other 3D package.
- Creative problem solving and resourcefulness.
- A results orientation.
- Attention to detail.
- Organization and planning skills.
- Proficiency in creative problem solving.
- Cross functional team relations and time management.
- Self-directed, willing to work with minimal supervision.
2.0 IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
R&D Manager
3.0 POSITIONS REPORTING TO THIS POSITION
None
4.0 GENERAL FUNCTIONS
The R&D Engineer develops, analyzes, experiments, conducts investigations, presents mechanical designs and has the programming knowledge for different platforms in favor of the rapid prototyping and Robotic program in R&D México. This position will manage and coordinate assigned NPD, PPM and R&D projects to develop products and technologies that meet or exceed customer needs within the GBU.
This position will lead or support new product commercialization and launch efforts including testing and evaluation, development, procurement, scale up and start-up of new products and processes. The R&D Engineer will work very closely with R&D Managers, other Engineers, Specialists, and Interns as well as a variety of cross-functional team members, Ansell manufacturing facilities, suppliers and strategic external partners.
The responsibilities for this position are centered on 3 key areas of focus: “Excellence, Expediency, Execution”
- Support the development projects of Engineers, Managers, Directors, and Specialists.
- Coordinate cross-functional new product development teams aligned with NPD initiatives.
- Provide general oversight, maintenance and housekeeping for R&D assets.
- Comply with site safety regulations.
- Act as Project Manager or Project Technical lead for IGBU R&D projects as assigned.
- Assist in the identification and evaluation of technologies with application to support product development and research initiatives across GBU verticals.
- Assist in fabrication and/or procurement of molds and product prototypes through outside vendors.
5.0 RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITIES OF THE POSITION
This position interacts with:
- R&D Managers
- R&D Engineers
- R&D Chemists
- GBU Product managers
- Marketing
- Operations and support management
- Global engineering
- Global suppliers, contractors and laboratories
Limits of authority:
- Communicate with R&D Managers, R&D 3D Modeling Engineer, Knitting Specialist and Chemist.
- Uses of technology equipment, 3D Printer, 3D Scanner and haptic devices.
- Plan trials with local operations management.
- Optimize prototypes and materials/process developments for the local conditions.
Primary Location: Mexico-Juarez-Juarez
Work Locations: MX Juarez Isaac Newton #1650 Parque Industrial Antonio J. Bermudez Juarez 32470
Job: Research & Dev
Organization: Global Product & Marketing
Schedule: Full-time
Job Type: Standard
Job Level: Associate
Job Posting: Sep 24, 2024, 1:20:06 PM