Research and Development Engineer Jobs in Austin, TX

A Research and Development (R&D) Engineer in the manufacturing engineering industry is responsible for creating and implementing new technologies, processes, and equipment to enhance production efficiency, quality and safety. They conduct extensive research, perform simulations and experiments, and analyze data to develop innovative solutions or improvements to existing manufacturing systems. R&D Engineers work closely with other engineers, technicians, and stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of projects, from conceptualization to production. They also ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.

Important skills for an R&D Engineer include a strong foundation in engineering principles, proficiency in using relevant software and technology, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work collaboratively in a team. They should also possess excellent communication skills, project management abilities, and attention to detail. Certification as a Professional Engineer (PE) can be beneficial, and a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or a related field is typically required. Prior roles that could lead to an R&D Engineer position in the manufacturing engineering industry may include roles as a Manufacturing Engineer, a Process Engineer, or a Design Engineer.

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SR Hardware Systems Development Engineer

  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING We care deeply about transforming lives with AMD technology to enrich our industry, our communities, and the world. Our mission is to build great products...

System Development Engineer, GES NA Ops Engineering

  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago

Engineering, or another STEM field - 4+ years' experience as a project engineer, process engineer, project manager, manufacturing engineer, or related occupation. - 2+ years' experience directly managing...

Platform Development Engineer, Manufacturing Systems

  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago

Tesla is building applications to enable manufacturing, with an eye towards reliability, availability, scalability, speed and security. We're a diverse team composed of Controls Automation...

Sr. Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer

  • Austin, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 19 days ago

equivalent, Virtual commissioning using Process Simulate, WinMOD, 3D Emulate or equivalent Software Project experience using and designing electrical, pneumatic and network systems. using Eplan, AutoCAD, SolidWorks...

Sr. Hardware Development Engineer, Hardware Engineering Services

  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 7+ years experience in server technologies such as, thermal, mechanical, power, and signal integrity PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Master's degree in mechanical engineering, thermal...

Hardware Development Engineer, Hardware Engineering Services

  • Austin, TX
  • 27 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 27 days ago

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 4+ years experience in server technologies such as, thermal, mechanical, power, and signal integrity PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Master's degree in mechanical engineering, thermal...

Supplier Development Engineer 4

  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Previous experience in the areas of Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Lean Manufacturing, and Process Control Concepts, Design of Experiments (DOE), Process Validation and product/process Failure Mode...

R&D Engineer, Sr Architect

  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago

R D Engineer, Sr Architect Austin, Texas, United States Category: Engineering Hire Type: Employee ID 9566 Base Salary Range $184000-$277000 Date posted 03/06/2025 Gomathi Sridhar Administration,...

Sr. Systems Development Engineer - SRE, Kuiper

  • Austin, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 45+ days ago

DESCRIPTION Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable...

Lead Manufacturing Development Engineer, Energy Products

  • Austin, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 45+ days ago

Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer....

Sr Mechanical Test Development Engineer

  • Austin, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 60+ days ago

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design engineers, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to ensure product compliance with specifications and standards....

Systems Development Engineer, Tech Deploy- Systems Integration

  • Austin, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 60+ days ago

Work hard. Have fun. Make history. Our overall mission is simple: we want Amazon to be the place where our customers can find, discover, and buy anything online. Whatever our customers want, we...

Test Development Engineer

  • Austin, TX
  • 90+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 90+ days ago

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design engineers, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to ensure product compliance with specifications and standards....

Manufacturing Controls Development Engineer

  • Austin, TX
  • 90+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 90+ days ago

Tesla's key technological advantage lies in its powertrain products: battery packs, drive units, and power electronics and energy products (Superchargers, Powerwalls, Megapacks). The Powertrain...

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Research and Development Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Research and Development Engineer Jobs in Austin, TX

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Research and Development Engineers in Austin, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.0%
Master's Degree
32.8%
Doctorate Degree
11.9%
Associate's Degree
4.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
High School or GED
1.5%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Research and Development Engineers in Austin, TX
2-4 years
42.5%
8-10 years
16.8%
4-6 years
15.3%
1-2 years
8.9%
Less than 1 year
6.1%
6-8 years
5.8%
10+ years
4.6%



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