R&D Engineer
- Pay
- Monthly
- Location
- Portland, TN · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Listed
- 30 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- SolidWorks
- finite element analysis
- 3-D solid modeling CAD
- stage-gate product development
Also useful
- Kaizen
- Lean Manufacturing
Primary Responsibilities
This position will be responsible for designing and developing products and product families Organizes and leads stage-gate projects for new product development Develops new products for residential and commercial construction industry Communicates effectively with internal team members and customers Evaluates and designs products and processes for maximum performance, functionality, etc. Produces concepts and prototypes effectively through Solidworks, 3-D printing, machine shops, production teams, etc. Carries out laboratory testing for design verification and validation, product performance, etc. Demonstrates ability to translate business objectives into strategic and tactical project goals Relies on engineering logic and principles to plan and accomplish goals Operates in a manner consistent with the mission of the department and business Uses a wide degree of creativity and latitude to accomplish tasks Occasional travel with overnight stays Meet all safety requirements Skills Required: 3-D solid modeling CAD experience (preferably Solidworks) Finite element analysis experience (preferably Solidworks Simulation) MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project Knowledgeable with manufacturing processes, materials science, laboratory and measuring equipment, technical drawings, Proven ability as a self-starting, motivated leader Project leadership and teamwork Ability to manage projects from concept to market introduction Proven ability to manage multiple assignments/tasks at one time Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Education & Experience required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (BSME) or related field Minimum 2 years In-tern, co-op or on the job experience Education & Experience preferred: Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques 3-5 years prior and related experience Solidworks experience
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity. At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation - including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career's website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)
About the Company
Based in Portland, Tennessee, Gastite has been a pioneer in fuel gas piping for more than twenty years and continues to set the standard in the industry with product innovations, superior technical support, and world-class customer service. The FlashShield+ system is a safe, time-saving and efficient method of installing piping for natural gas and liquefied propane gas.
It utilizes corrugated, semi-rigid stainless steel tubing (CSST) with polyethylene jacketing and fully integrated, all-metal components. We offer a comprehensive system of fittings and accessories from our patent pending XR3 Series Fitting, to our exclusive modular stub system, to our regulators, mounting hardware and protection devices.
Gastite also has available a complete line of polyethylene tubing and accessories for direct burial applications. Our products offer contractors and design engineers one-stop shopping for all their fuel gas-piping needs. This is why we say that at Gastite, the system is the solution.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics.
From Smiths Group's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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