R&D Engineer

Our solutions are a key part of most industries - electronics, medical research, renewable energy, food production, infrastructure and many more. Working with us means working with the latest technologies and groundbreaking, sustainable innovations.

Join us on our journey for a better tomorrow.

At Atlas Copco/Gamma Vacuum we believe that there is always a better way. This spirit drives us to provide leading edge technology, innovative and sustainable products, as well as best in class service to our customers around the globe.

That's where you come in - we believe our people make it happen. We provide a collaborative, inclusive and flexible work environment along with competitive compensation and comprehensive wellness & benefits programs.

Gamma Vacuum is seeking a Full Time, On-Site, R&D Engineer in our Shakopee, Minnesota Product Company. The R&D Engineer will be responsible for working closely with engineering, production, and marketing teams to develop new products and customize exisiting ones.

Main Responsibilities:

• Develop new products and technologies from concept to production
• Design complex mechanical components, assemblies, and systems
• Create engineering drawings, reports, and presentations
• Conduct thorough analysis, build prototypes, develop test plans, and conduct tests to verify and validate new designs
• Conduct designed experiments and process collected data to comprehensible records and overviews
• Align with cross-functional team including electrical engineering and software engineering to ensure designs integrate into overall system architecture
• Collaborate closely with other departments including manufacturing and project management to communicate needs, clear project roadblocks, accomplish tasks, and align work with company priorities
• Manage own time and lead projects when required
• To use rigorous problem-solving techniques and methods using appropriate tools and methods
• Participate in technical design reviews, providing feedback to enhance quality and performance

Education level:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science or equivalent working experience.

Knowledge areas/Skills:

• Strong understanding of engineering principles including mechanics, thermodynamics, and materials science and the ability to intuitively and effectively utilize them
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• HW/SW/Measurement knowledge, quality tools experience
• Effective communication skills with ability to articulate complex technical concepts across the organization
• Able to prioritize several concurrent projects and multitask.
• Action-oriented self-starter, able to work in a fast-paced environment with accuracy/efficiency
• Preferred: experience running projects.
• Preferred: experience with vacuum systems
• Preferred: experience CAD software (e.g. CREO)
• Preferred: experience with design simulation including finite element analysis

Diverse by nature and inclusive by choice
Bright ideas come from all of us. The more unique perspectives we embrace, the more innovative we are. Together we build a culture where difference is valued and we share a deep sense of purpose and belonging.