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LG Electronics

R&D Engineer Associate

Clarksville, TN · On-site

$63K/yr

In addition, various projects are being carried out in R & D, so management ability is also required. The R&D Engineer should be able to share technical advice and advise the project team members to ...

Metrue, Inc.

R & D Engineers

Hayward, CA · On-site

Co-operate with application engineers/scientists and engineers from technical and quality department to design customized products. Required Qualifications * Master'sor Ph.D.Degree inOptics, EE or ME

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Microporous Products

R AND D ENGINEER

Danville, VA · On-site

Build strong working relationships across R&D, Operations, Engineering, and Quality departments. * Promote effective communication and teamwork during laboratory testing and production trials.

Corteva

R&D Engineer

Johnston, IA

Platform Staffing Group (an STA Group Company) is looking for an R& D Engineer to assist our client in Smart stick V5: Software enhancement, bug fixes, design and implement the groundwork for V6. All ...

Owens Corning

Engineer R & D

Granville, OH · On-site

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Living Safely • Actively participates in R&A monthly safety meetings ... JOB REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor's degree in engineering or science field OR 3 ...

Owens Corning

Engineer R & D

Granville, OH

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Living Safely Actively participates in R&A monthly safety meetings, quarterly ... Bachelor's degree in engineering or science field OR 3-5 years equivalent technical experience.

Owens Corning

Process Engineer R & D

West Chicago, IL · On-site

$78K - $100K/yr

... engineering, or industrial R&D. * Demonstrated experience scaling processes from lab or pilot to production. * Strong working knowledge of DOE, SPC, and structured problem‑solving tools. * Proven ...

Midmark

R+D Verification Engineer II

Versailles, OH · On-site

$126K/yr

JOB SUMMARY: The R+D Verification Engineer II is a part of a team developing new products for the medical, dental and animal health markets. They design, document, and execute verification ...

Paligen Technologies, Inc.

Sr R&D Engineer

Garland, TX

$101K - $139K/yr

Job Title: Sr R amp;D Engineer Job Family: Engineering Company: Paligen Aerospace and Defense, LLC Location: Garland, TX Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and innovative R amp;D Engineer ...

Midmark Corporation

R+D Quality Engineer III

Versailles, OH · On-site

$66K - $86K/yr

The R + D Quality Engineer III leads and enforces product development quality initiatives through identifying, investigating, planning, and conducting activities aimed at insuring robust and quality ...

Owens Corning

Advanced Engineer R & D

Granville, OH · On-site

This engineer position plays a key role in product and process development, customer technical ... Demonstrated commitment to Inclusion & Diversity: our I&D aspiration is that all employees are ...

Midmark

R+D Quality Engineer III

Versailles, OH · On-site

$66K - $86K/yr

The R + D Quality Engineer III leads and enforces product development quality initiatives through identifying, investigating, planning, and conducting activities aimed at insuring robust and quality ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for automotive r&d engineer in the United States is $79,812.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $106,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Automotive R&D Engineer is responsible for researching, designing, and developing new automotive technologies, components, and systems. They work to improve vehicle performance, safety, fuel efficiency, and sustainability through innovation and testing. Their role often involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, using computer-aided design (CAD) tools, and conducting experiments to validate new designs. They stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and advancements to ensure competitive and compliant automotive solutions.

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As an Automotive R&D Engineer, your daily responsibilities can vary from designing and testing new automotive components to analyzing data from prototypes and collaborating with manufacturing teams. Typical projects may involve improving vehicle safety, fuel efficiency, or developing next-generation technologies such as electric drivetrains or advanced driver-assistance systems. You will likely work as part of a multidisciplinary team, interacting with designers, software engineers, and quality assurance professionals. This dynamic environment requires adaptability and a willingness to learn as technologies and project priorities evolve. Being proactive and detail-oriented will help you succeed in the fast-paced world of automotive research and development.

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R&D Engineer Associate

Clarksville, TN • On-site

LG Electronics
Electronics and Appliance Stores • 10K+ employees
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$63K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

We are currently seeking an R&D Engineer to join our Home Appliance Manufacturing team in Clarksville, TN.

$63,000 Annually

The R & D Engineer needs expertise in the development and manufacturing of Home Appliances to provide better value to its customers, and must be able to conduct research and development based on analytical thinking and market understanding. In addition, various projects are being carried out in R & D, so management ability is also required. The R&D Engineer should be able to share technical advice and advise the project team members to assist in identifying, reviewing and resolving problems from a customer perspective and to understand the flow of production, manufacturing and sales of the developed parts or products. And to make predictions and preventive design of the problems that occur at each stage.

Responsibilities:

  • Coaching and support to ensure design and performance from the customer's perspective
  • Effective deployment and management of resources needed to achieve project goals
  • Problems occurring from production and customer perspectives are resolved through active mind and statistical analysis
  • Continuous communication and collaboration with internal staff or teams for successful projects
  • Determine product goals and plan/manage resources accordingly to meet deadlines
  • Design and develop products from concept through design, qualification, and production
  • Use CAD models, 3-D Surface Models, and physical prototypes to show design intent and feasibility of concepts
  • Formulate and adhere to standards and procedures for Product Development

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's in either Mechanical / Electronics / Electrical engineering required
  • Preferred experience with Washing Machines (not required)
  • In-depth knowledge of Solidworks 3D / 2D CAD software
  • Exposure to a variety of manufacturing processes and designing for manufacturability
  • Knowledge of dimensional and tolerance standards and experience in performing tolerance analysis of complex assemblies

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