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Entrylevel Research And Development Engineer Jobs in Kalamazoo, MI

Western Michigan University

Research Associate

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

$57K - $60K/yr

Position Details Posting Summary College College Of Engineering/App Sci Executive Area Provost & VP ... Research experience in power electronic system design, development, fabrication, integration and ...

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Socket.dev

Production Engineer

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

$70 - $110/hr

Tekna's cross functional teams include Design Engineering, Industrial Design, CAD, Procurement ... Liaising with suppliers, customers and research and development staff. * Research, purchase, and/or ...

Socket.dev

Quality Engineer (Manufacturing)

Vicksburg, MI · On-site

$85 - $120/hr

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIESNew Product Development * Performs Quality function assignments during ... Provides functional and technical knowledge and research in support of manufacturing operations in ...

Apidel Technologies

Staff Engineer

Portage, MI · On-site

Staff Engineer, Engineering - Individual Contributor Technical Responsibilities: Conduct or design ... Work cooperatively with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing and Project ...

Stryker

Product Safety Engineer

Portage, MI · On-site

$69K - $110K/yr

Work with Research and Development (R&D) teams to define and implement a product safety program plans for large, complex development programs for the Product Engineering business unit within Stryker ...

PARKER HANNIFIN CORP

Engineer II- Systems

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

$70 - $95/hr

Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated ... May research, develops, and manage activities related to international business development ...

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Parker

Engineer II- Systems

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated ... May research, develops, and manage activities related to international business development ...

Parker

Asst Manufacturing Engineer

Kalamazoo, MI

$69K - $88K/yr

... development opportunities. Working with some of the industry's most brilliant minds, your ... Reduces set-up and run times by researching and assisting in determining the tool and fixture needs ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for entrylevel research and development engineer in Kalamazoo, MI is $91,106.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,100.00 and $110,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entrylevel Research And Development Engineer vs Entry-level Mechanical Engineer?

AspectEntrylevel Research And Development EngineerEntry-level Mechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering or related field; some roles may prefer internships or project experienceBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline; internships are common
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, product development teams, innovation centersDesign offices, manufacturing plants, testing facilities
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, R&D departments, manufacturing firmsMechanical design firms, automotive, aerospace, manufacturing industries

While both roles require a bachelor's degree and involve engineering work, the Entrylevel Research And Development Engineer focuses on innovation, product development, and research activities, often in lab settings. In contrast, the Entry-level Mechanical Engineer typically works on designing, testing, and improving mechanical systems in manufacturing or industrial environments. Understanding these differences helps job seekers target the right roles based on their skills and career interests.

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Research Associate

Western Michigan University

Kalamazoo, MI • On-site

$57K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Position Details
Posting Summary
College
College Of Engineering/App Sci
Executive Area
Provost & VP Academic Affairs
Department
Electrical & Computer Engr
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S1701P
Job Type
Full Time, Regular
Pay Type
Exempt/Salaried
Pay Grade
R4E
Campus Location
WMU-Kalamazoo - Main Campus
Salary Range
Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.
Number of Vacancies
1
General Summary
Contributes to and conducts research or scholarship on assigned projects in the field of power electronics, electric drives, and controls for transportation electrification applications.
Major Duties
  • Implements research projects as specified in the project plan.
  • Collects data in accordance with ethical and technical principles.
  • Applies appropriate quantitative, statistical, and/or qualitative methods for analysis and interpretation of data.
  • Writes peer reviewed papers and manuscripts for submission to professional and/or scientific journals or reports to the sponsoring agency and presents them at meetings and conferences.
  • Writes research grant proposals and completes project administration.
  • Collaborates with researchers, scholars and other stakeholders as relevant to the project.
  • May contribute to applications for external funding as a co-principal investigator.
  • May present at professional conferences and meetings in the relevant field.
  • May have lead responsibility for discrete components of a larger project under the general direction of a senior or principal investigator.
  • Leads the system design, optimization, and integration activities of the project under the supervision of the principal investigator.
  • Mentors graduate students.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Doctoral or terminal degree in electrical engineering with a power electronics emphasis from an accredited institution or ABD with a graduation date of October 15, 2026.
  • Some relevant experience.
  • Knowledge of the research or scholarship process, data collection, analytical and statistical methods.
  • Clinical, laboratory, training or field skills appropriate to the grant or contract.
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct research or scholarship independently or in a team.
  • Research experience in power electronic system design, development, fabrication, integration and control.
  • Electromechanical energy conversion system control experience.
  • Nonlinear control system experience.
  • Grid connected energy conversion system experience.
  • Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient office software skills, including word-processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.

Desired Qualifications
  • Research experience in power electronic system design, development, fabrication, integration and control.
  • Ability to simulate power electronic systems using PSpice, MATLAB Simulink, PSCAD and/or PLECS.
  • Ability to independently develop code on embedded platforms for power electronic systems.
  • Hands-on experience with wide band-gap devices and/or high frequency magnetics.

Special Instructions to Applicants
  • In the cover letter submitted, discuss how your background aligns with the required and desired qualifications for this position.
  • External applicants should use the WMU - Application.
  • Internal applicants should use the WMU - Internal Application.

Additional Position Information
  • This is a terminal position that will end June 30 2027 with the possibility to renew until June 24, 2028.
  • Grant funded position with a salary range of $57,178 - $60,000.
  • Research Staff pay grades and rates are available at: https://wmich.edu/hr/research-associate
  • Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to:https://wmich.edu/hr/benefits-research

Physical requirements and working conditions
  • Office or other indoor work with minimal physical demands such as occasionally lifting/moving materials less than 25 pounds.
  • Work is generally performed in a well lit, temperature-controlled indoor environment with occasional exposure to the outdoors and/or any number of elements.
  • Works with high voltage systems in confined spaces such as electric vehicle chassis.
  • Works in dynamometers that generate noise during testing.
  • Works with test vehicles.

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