Product Development Engineer

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

• You'll be working on cross-functional teams with materials & process development, test lab, operations and product line management personnel.
• This is an exciting opportunity for you because you will be developing the next generation of V & CVT belts, applying new technologies to drive market leadership in a core product line.
• You'll have opportunities to work on global projects with team members in Asia, Europe & North America.
• You will experience working in office, laboratory & manufacturing environments.
• You will be a part of the Global Innovation Team reporting to the Manager of V & CVT Belt Development.

• Applying new and existing material technologies, designing, testing & validating new V & CVT belts.
• Leading cross-functional teams, utilizing broad knowledge of engineering principles to complete assigned development projects.
• Integrating process capability and product designs to deliver high quality products to diverse end market

• Minimum 5 of years R&D experience or 1-3 years R&D experience specific to Gates product lines preferred
• Bachelor's degree in engineering. Mechanical, chemical or materials science preferred.
• Strong technical, analytical and problems solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) including: Design of Experiments, FMEA, SPC and Weibull is beneficial.
• Up to 25% travel allotment
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

PAY & BENEFITS

• Full-Time
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
• Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
• 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

While we expect the best, we also want to give you the best. That's why at Gates we provide an environment where people can succeed from our policy of 'Dress for your Day' (yes - that means you can wear jeans), health club reimbursement, to your ownership of your work/life balance and more. Visit www.gates.com/careers to learn more.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

At Gates, we believe that we are better together. Proximity has been important to our success over the years as there are critical items that are simply better when done together. One of those critical items is efficient collaboration. We cannot underestimate the power of informal conversations and connecting face-to-face with our coworkers.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

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