R&D Engineer – Product Development

Newark, NJ

$65,000-$95,000

The R&D Engineer supports new product development through research, documentation, drawings, and structured execution. This role focuses on turning ideas into clear, validated, and launch-ready solutions while collaborating closely with Product Development, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Research concepts, standards, and best practices

• Create and maintain CAD drawings and technical documentation

• Document prototypes, testing results, and decisions

• Support prototyping and validation efforts as needed

• Own R&D workstreams from concept through handoff

• Coordinate cross-functional execution and timelines



Qualifications

• Strong documentation, drawing, and organizational skills

• Working knowledge of CAD and 3D tools

• Familiarity with cabinetry or manufacturing processes

• Ability to manage multiple workstreams

• Clear communicator across technical and non-technical teams

• Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment