R&D Engineer

Circuit Check is an American company with approximately 250 employees and operations in the U.S., Canada, UK, Mexico, China and Malaysia. Headquartered in Maple Grove, MN, we are one of the largest manufacturers of custom functional test systems and in-circuit test fixtures for automatic test equipment in the USA. Since 1979, manufacturers have relied on us, not only for test fixtures, but also for the innovative engineering that leads to successful new product development.

We have a great new opportunity for a R&D Engineer to join our talented team. In this role, you will manage custom electro-mechanical design of semi-automated and automated test equipment projects from design through the in-house manufacturing build process considering costs, time limitations, planning, and other technical factors.

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Analyzes engineering proposals, process requirements, and related technical data to determine feasibility of product proposal considering costs, time limitation, planning and other technical factors; consults with sales and customers as needed to satisfy customer objectives.
• Applies engineering principles to develop effective designs for products, associated and subsystems components, and structures which satisfy project requirements and can be produced by existing manufacturing methods.
• Prepare or directs preparations of product or system layout and detailed drawings.
• Ability to work directly with and in the machine shop.
• Ability to improve machining practices by continuing the implementation of CAMWORKS to replace the existing Gibbs software for CNC control. Ability to create “G” code to implement the manufacture of products on the Excellon drill machines.
• Directs and coordinates manufacturing or building of prototype product or systems.
• Prevents or eliminates defects in new or existing products.
• Researches and solves complex technical problems either independently, or by conferring with internal colleagues or consulting with outside experts.
• Develop and maintain expertise in selected technical areas and act as a resource to others in the group.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred (Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Tech) or 2-Year Mechanical Design Degree and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Design and/or Electro-mechanical Manufacturing experience a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Basic electrical (low voltage) knowledge required.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects at a time while paying strict attention to detail.
• Technical competence, including the ability to create engineering drawings and designs using SolidWorks, Inventor or other 3D design package. Ability to work with CAMWORKs, or Gibbs cam. Ability to work with AutoCAD.
• Solid analytical skills; able to resolve complex technical problems with innovative solution.
• Experience utilizing an ERP system preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Capacity to deal with a high workload and deadline pressure.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee

If you enjoy a challenging, fast paced environment with flexible schedules and casual attire, we welcome your application.

Circuit Check offer competitive wage and benefits including health; dental; PTO; paid holidays; company paid life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability; and matching 401(k) plan.

NO STAFFING AGENCIES

Circuit Check Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• mechanical engineering: 3 years (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)