Research And Development Design Engineer Jobs in Washington

Provides for the design, development and/or Implementation of engineering products, methods and processes of a technical nature. This position works independently on moderately complex technical projects while assisting on larger complex projects of a technical nature. May conduct basic and applied research to evaluate materials and equipment for applicability in design and manufacture. May recommend improvements in testing equipment and techniques.

Working Procedure:

• Responsible for the design, development, testing and implementation of engineering processes, methods and products
• Works under supervision and technical oversight on projects or subsystems of a technical nature
• Supports the generation of written documentation in a team environment to include engineering drawings, engineering standards, engineering specifications, technical proposals, test procedures, technical manuals, disclosures and scientific discoveries
• Works as part of integrated product teams with other cross functional professional employees in the execution of engineering functions
• Works independently on small to moderately complex projects or assists on large complex projects of a technical nature
• Receives guidance from, and interfaces with, peers, senior engineers and other professional employees in the execution of engineering functions
• Defines and analyzes the technical requirements for assigned engineering tasks
• Generates, modifies and upgrades mathematical models to predict design performance
• Uses commercial and proprietary simulation tools in developing and evaluating designs
• Plans, schedules and organizes the assignments with guidance
• Acquires information from all relevant sources, including industry and governments standards, handbooks, textbooks and reference manuals
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Follows industry and internal design guidelines and methodologies
• Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems
• Support internal and customer design reviews
• Generates reports, white papers and technical memoranda
• Perform research and analysis of technical issues to develop solutions to meet design objectives
• Works to complete tasks within cost and schedule constraints
• Provide feedback and make recommendations to improve designs and reduce cost and/or schedule
• Conduct testing, develop prototype to validate designs
• Documents the design development
• Support multiple assignments on different design product teams
• Use the infrastructure to accomplish objectives
• Support production, testing and field operations in improving designs
• Applies scientific principles, tools and techniques to achieve practical end results. Tools are objective in nature utilizing quantitative or analytical techniques
• Maintain engineering skills consistent with advances in technology
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, in a related discipline.

Experience Requirement: Minimum of five years of engineering experience. Advanced degree can be substituted for job experience pending review. 

In compliance with state and local laws, the salary range for this role is $92,751-$120,000. The range provided is a general guideline and good faith estimate representative of all experience levels but is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. TCOM considers several factors when extending an offer including, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, a candidate’s experience, education/training, key skills, internal equity, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

TCOM offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, EAP, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, paid time off (PTO), and company-paid holidays. The specific programs, options and eligibility may vary depending on date of hire, classification, and schedule type.