Research and Development Engineer jobs in Fort Worth, TX
Research and Development Engineer conducts research and development activities for an organization. Applies research theories, principles, and models when conducting experiments and research activities. Being a Research and Development Engineer summarizes research results and communicates findings to internal and external bodies. Assesses the scope of research projects and ensures projects are on time and within budget. Additionally, Research and Development Engineer develops technical documentation for all projects. May require an advanced degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Research and Development Engineer work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. To be a Research and Development Engineer typically requires 4-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Development Engineer
- KI Industries
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El Marqués, TX
FULL_TIME
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About KI Industries Inc.
KI Industries, founded in 1964, specializes in the design and manufacture of decorative plastic and die cast components for the automotive and appliance industry. Our attention to aesthetics and technical expertise creates components that our customers know will provide their end consumers with a high-quality interface experience. Those elements, in combination with our outstanding customer service and passion for delivering high quality product, make KI a trusted leader in the decorative parts industry. KI Industries is headquartered in Berkeley, Illinois, USA; we also have a regional office and production facilities in Asia and two manufacturing facilities in Querétaro, Mexico. Our wide global footprint provides extensive opportunity for growth and expansion. Across all our locations KI strives to find talented individuals who are highly motivated to work in a fast paced yet rewarding work environment. We seek creative, hard-working, and innovative personnel who will believe in the KI brand and the service & products we provide. For further information, please visit our website at www.kiindustries.com.
About the Job
As a Development Engineer at KI Industries Inc., you will play a crucial role in managing part design, tooling development, and painting activities for plastic injection molded highly decorative parts. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure compliance with KIMx guidelines and uphold the standards established at Plant 3 and Plant 6. You will have the chance to contribute to the enhancement of product quality and innovation in a rapidly evolving industry. This position is a full-time opportunity.
Responsibilities- Manage, control, and promote the KPIs, objectives, and goals of the department, while also advocating for KPIs of KI México.
- Oversee the implementation of new paint processes within the KI paint lines.
- Design and track tooling modifications, as well as implement improvements to production tools to enhance quality and compliance.
- Ensure timely repairs and modifications to supplier's external tools in accordance with proposed designs.
- Monitor paint quality through inspections, data analysis, and implementation of corrective actions.
- Support simultaneous design of parts, tools, and processes.
- Maintain up-to-date 3D and 2D drawings of mold and plastic parts in the system.
- Anticipate and recommend solutions to capacity, quality, and tool life issues, implementing solutions as necessary.
- Promote the implementation of 5S in manufacturing plants.
- Participate in RFQ/Team Feasibility Review meetings and DFM meetings for new projects.
- Record and update mold specification sheets to address tooling issues between suppliers and companies.
- Advise management on developments affecting profitability, schedule, costs, and customer relationships.
- Assist in tool sampling, inspection, and validation of new or modified tools.
- Collaborate with QA on tooling subcontractor facility surveys and manufacturing processes to ensure quality control and technical requirements are met.
- Prepare and present reports on paint department performance and cost metrics.
- Complete all required documentation of tooling in the internal system and in IQMS.
- Demonstrate proficiency in reading prints, providing correction recommendations, and utilizing measurement methods.
- Address design decision-making challenges, often involving direct customer interaction.
- Manage tooling corrections or modifications effectively.
- Support and understand the internal client to accurately define their needs.
- Ensure compliance with delivery times to meet customer expectations.
- Estimate costs accurately to maintain profitability.
- Effectively manage performance of both external and internal suppliers to maintain quality standards.
Qualifications- 5 years of experience in a similar position.
- Fluent in Spanish and English.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
- Advanced skills in, CAD, SolidWorks and PTC Creo.
- Comprehensive understanding of tool design principles.
- Thorough theoretical and practical knowledge of engineering resins and injection molding processes, including conventional gas assist.
- Demonstrated proficiency in identifying and addressing various plastic materials and their painting requirements.
- Familiarity with effective 8D problem-solving techniques.
- Ability to interpret GD&T, part geometry, and recommend design modifications to optimize part molding processes.
- Capable of determining optimal gating methods, cooling requirements, estimated cycle time, secondary operations, and packaging needs.
- Experience in designing experiments and conducting DOE, with proficiency in follow-up capability studies and measurement methods.
- Knowledgeable about mold construction techniques, different tool steel variables, and proficient in recommending mold correction procedures for tool enhancement.
- Skilled in machine setups, starts and stops, mold care, and vigilant process monitoring.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
- 1 Month Ago
Corporate Culinary Research and Development Manager
- Mimi's Cafe
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Fort Worth, TX
FULL_TIME
- The Corporate Culinary Research and Development Manager is responsible for assisting in the management and coordination of culinary operations within the company. This includes maintaining high-qualit...
- 27 Days Ago
Principal Engineer, Ocular Health Pilot Aseptic Program Specialist
- U341 Alcon Research, LLC. Company
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Fort Worth, TX
FULL_TIME
- At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recogni...
- 20 Days Ago
Research & Development Scientist, Electrochemistry – Cleburne, TX
- Sachem Inc
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Cleburne, TX
FULL_TIME
- DescriptionResearch & Development Scientist, Electrochemistry – Cleburne, TXSACHEM, Inc. is a privately held chemical science company with a strong focus on the development of high purity, high perfor...
- 1 Month Ago
Project Engineer - Land Development
- Manhard Consulting, Ltd
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Fort Worth, TX
FULL_TIME
- Job Summary: Responsible for land development, residential, industrial, retail, mixed-use, healthcare, educational and recreational design technical tasks including, but not limited to: conceptual sit...
- 10 Days Ago
Site/Land Development Engineer
- Jacobs
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Fort Worth, TX
FULL_TIME
- Our People & Places Solutions business – reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do – the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions ...
- 11 Days Ago
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Sr Mechanical Engineer - Handley Station, Fort Worth, TX
- Constellation Energy
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Fort Worth, TX
- COMPANY OVERVIEW As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is a company purposely-bui...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Senior R&D Packaging Engineer, Ocular Health, Vision Care
- Source One Technical Solutions
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Fort Worth, TX
- Job Description Job Description Global Ocular Medical Device Company is seeking a Senior R&D Packaging Engineer, Ocular ...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Senior Optical Engineer
- Spectral Md Inc
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Dallas, TX
- Job Description Job Description Spectral MD, Inc. (SMD) is a medical device company headquartered in Dallas, TX. We have...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Packaging Engineer
- Saviance
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Fort Worth, TX
- Serving as Ocular Health (OH) packaging equipment and lab owner. - Leading and performing packaging equipment validation...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Optical Engineer
- Rose International
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Fort Worth, TX
- Date Posted: 04/04/2024 Hiring Organization: Rose International Position Number: 461703 Job Title: Optical Engineer Job ...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Procurement Manager
- Fujifilm
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Fort Worth, TX
- Overview: Who We Are FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc., is a global leader in chemical solutions which enable ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
ESAB Summer Intern
- ESAB
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Denton, TX
- Job Description: As an intern at ESAB, you will be part of a team that values your passion, curiosity, and willingness t...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Quality Engineer, Medical Device and Pharmaceutical Packaging
- Medisca
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Irving, TX
- Medisca is a global corporation with locations throughout North America, Australia, and Europe, that contributes to heal...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Fort Worth, Texas
Fort Worth is located in North Texas, and has a generally humid subtropical climate. It is part of the Cross Timbers region; this region is a boundary between the more heavily forested eastern parts and the rolling hills and prairies of the central part. Specifically, the city is part of the Grand Prairie ecoregion within the Cross Timbers. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 349.2 square miles (904 km2), of which 342.2 square miles (886 km2) is land and 7.0 square miles (18 km2) is covered by water. It is a principal city in the Dallas–Fort Worth metropl...
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Income Estimation for Research and Development Engineer jobs
$107,902 to $141,020
Fort Worth, Texas area prices
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