Senior Staff Engineer, Textiles, R&D Technology & Platform Group

Velcro USA Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, New Hampshire, Manchester
95 Sundial Avenue (Show on map)
Feb 12, 2025
It's a great time to join Velcro Companies! Summary of Position Responsibility: Using Engineering procedures standard for research and development, carries out assignments associated with research, design, development, support or manufacturing of specific parts, processes, or components ofproducts. Independently evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications. Under the general direction of a functional manager, with moderate latitude for self-direction, operates in one or more areas of responsibility within the R&D Technology & Platform Group with a focus on Textiles. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Applies advanced engineering and scientific principles to determine and evaluate technical feasibility for challenging projects; Solves complex customer problems using a variety of technologies. Serves as global project/technology leader; leads brainstorming meetings across the organization and gets buy-in from cross functional partners. Acts as an individual contributor, core team or technical lead for a specific project. Accountable for the completion of assigned deliverables in accordance with approved schedules. Authors documentation and participates in activities in support of design control. Independently plans, performs & prioritizes tasks that are complex in nature, in alignment with corporate goals. Analyzes and interprets data, identifying trends and formulating the next steps, while effectively performing trade off analysis, if required by the function. Leads, designs and/or develops one or more of the following: new test methods, specifications, technical apparatus, software and processes for complex components and functions. Identifies product defects and recognizes outliers in results. Able to explain and document product defects and their impact. Effectively communicates technical information to a multidisciplinary team in the form of documentation, presentations and technical summaries and promotes collaboration. Technical expertise in (2) areas and emerging as a subject matter expert. Provides technical guidance to and/or supervision of other group members and cross-functional technical teams. Able to mentor others. Provides technical support for or leads Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) or complaint investigations. Independently generates predictable schedules for activities related to the function, understanding cross-functional dependencies. Recommends and leads implementation of improvement initiatives to aid department practices. Contribute to a culture of innovation by proactively generating novel concepts for new products and enhancements to current product performance. Ensure compliance with company quality and safety policies, procedures, and practices as well as with all local, state, federal regulations. Other duties may be assigned or required for the performance of this position. Knowledge & Experience (Minimum Job Qualifications): Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Math, or related field and 11 years' experience or master's degree and 9 years' experience. Minimum 9 years of experience in product development with an emphasis on various aspects of engineering design and development. Superior project management skills and experience; proven success in understanding project financials and determining product cost drivers. Extensive proven success in delivering projects to commercial expectations. Strong statistical analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Creative Problem Solving, and Critical Thinkingskills. Strong in Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEA) and Design of Experiments methods. Ability to work well independently or collaboratively in teams. Experience working in cross-functional teams; ability to work and thrive in a team environment. Superior time management, communication, and interpersonal skills Proven success coaching and mentoring others. MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word) Ability to travel domestically and internationally; 10% Travel Textile Expertise: Strong knowledge of textile science, design and related performance characteristics Strong communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams (R&D, production, quality) to drive process improvements and ensure textile solutions meet customer and regulatory requirements Capable of managing multiple textile development projects, from initial concept through commercialization, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and technical goals. Skilled in optimizing textile processes, with experience in weaving, knitting, non-woven production, and finishing techniques. Experience in setting up, operating, and troubleshooting roll-to-roll and batch processing equipment for textiles, including coating, laminating, dyeing, and precision cutting processes. In-depth understanding of textile testing methodologies, including tensile strength, abrasion resistance, moisture-wicking, and breathability testing, as well as interpreting data to ensure compliance with stringent specifications. PERKS OF BEING PART OF OUR TEAM: At Velcro USA Inc., we truly value our employees. We strive to support each and every employee by providing a safe and healthy work environment, challenging and rewarding careers, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Velcro USA Inc. offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and generous time-off designed to meet the needs of our workforce. Advancement and growth opportunities are offered and encouraged to all employees. Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical and Prescription Coverage (HSA and HRA Options) Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Flexible Spending Accounts Award Winning Wellness and Incentive Program Life Insurance Short- and Long-Term Disability Business Travel Accident Insurance Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) Saving Plan with generous 5.5% Company match and Immediate Vesting Time-Off Benefits Paid Vacation Time Paid Sick Time Paid Parental Leave 13 Paid Company Holidays Other Benefits and Programs Tuition Reimbursement Program Financial Wellness Benefit - Smart Dollar Employee Recognition Programs Employee Resource Groups Charitable or Educational Matching Gift Program Employee Referral Bonus Program Velcro Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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